Join De Anza Ensembles!
Play Your Part: Join a Music Ensemble at De Anza! 🎷🎻🎙️Whether you’ve been playing for years or are eager to pick up an instrument or sing again, there’s a place for you in our music family! Join Concert Band & Chamber Orchestra, De Anza Chorale & Vintage Singers, or Jazz Ensemble & Combos this quarter.
- Open to all majors & skill levels — beginner-friendly, with solo & leadership perks for advanced players
- Perform in the world-class VPAC theater every quarter
- Free instrument access & private practice rooms with pianos for enrolled students
- Earn college credit while making great music and lifelong friends
About the Department
Welcome to Music at De Anza
Find Your Sound. Earn Your Degree.
Whether you are training for a conservatory, planning to transfer to a university, or exploring your creativity, the De Anza Music Department (part of the Artistic Expression Village) is your launchpad. We provide a comprehensive, nurturing environment where diverse musical traditions meet academic excellence.
New! Associate Degree for Transfer (Starting 2026)
We are proud to offer the Music ADT, a streamlined pathway designed to guarantee your admission to the California State University (CSU) system. By declaring this major, you ensure that every credit counts toward your future.
Applied Music: Individual Instruction
Personalized mentorship is key to musical growth. We now offer Applied Music courses, providing focused instrument lessons to help you master your craft.
Academic Programs & General Education
- Comprehensive Musicianship: A two-year series covering theory and musicianship—the core foundation for all music majors.
- General Education & Electives: Explore courses in Songwriting, Electronic Music, and Music Appreciation.
- Introductory Classes: Beginner-friendly group classes in keyboard, guitar, and voice.
Performance Ensembles
Performance is the heartbeat of our department. Open to both majors and non-majors, our ensembles connect you with the community and bring your coursework to life.
- Instrumental: Concert Band, Chamber Orchestra, and Mariachi.
- Vocal: Chorale (large chorus) and Vintage Singers (chamber chorus).
- Jazz: Instrumental performance groups and improvisation combos.
Technology & Innovation
Our Electronic Music Program provides professional music production experience. You will work with industry-standard hardware and software to master sound design, recording, and composition. Our lab was updated in 2025 with brand-new iMacs, including Pro Tools and Logic Pro licenses.
Student Success & Support
We are committed to your success. The department offers tutoring, faculty mentoring, and student-led study groups to ensure you feel connected and supported throughout your journey.
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