USC Schedule of Classes

Fall 2024

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Beginning Piano

Section 45403

  • Note: For all courses in the Keyboard Lab (MUS 213), students are required to use their own headset, comprising headphones with an attached boom microphone. Headsets must have a 1/8" (3.5mm) wired TRRS connector to work with the lab controller system. Compatible headsets can be found in the USC bookstore. Students can also purchase these online etc. Examples include the following models: Logitech H111, Logitech H151, Logitech G332, and Yamaha HPH-250m.
  • Session Dates (session code 001)
    First day of classes:
    Monday, August 26, 2024
    Last day to add:
    Friday, September 13, 2024
    Last day to change to Pass/No Pass:
    Friday, September 13, 2024
    Last day to drop without a mark of "W" and receive a refund:
    Friday, September 13, 2024
    Last day to withdraw without a “W” on transcript or change pass/no pass to letter grade:
    Friday, October 11, 2024
    Last day to drop with a mark of "W":
    Friday, November 15, 2024
    Last day of classes:
    Friday, December 6, 2024
    End of session:
    Wednesday, December 18, 2024


  • Book List Prices and book list are subject to change.
    • Matz. Piano 101 Pop:Popular Music from Movies, TV, Radio & Stage to Play for Fun!. (Required)
      ISBN: 9780739051467
      New: $10.99
      Used: $8.25
      Rental: $7.14 (New), $4.40 (Used)
    • Lancaster. Alfred's Piano 101 (Bk 1)(Wbk). (Required)
      ISBN: 9780739002551
      New: $30.99
      Used: $23.25
      Rental: $23.24 (New), $13.64 (Used)
    Purchase from USC Bookstore
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