Associate of Applied Science in Music and Technology: Guitar Concentration
Push your musical and technical skills to the next level. Learn to maximize your guitar performance skills.
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Overview
This guitar degree, the Music and Technology Associate Degree: Guitar Concentration, offers the intermediate guitar student a fully immersive, nonstop music atmosphere. It’s designed to cater to those who are passionate about mastering the electric guitar and understanding the nuances of contemporary styles.
The Music and Technology Degree caters to the modern musician who, in order to thrive in today’s competitive music business and the music industry, wants to develop both their technical skill on an instrument and acquire an in-depth understanding of the writing, recording, mixing, and mastering process.
This degree in guitar ensures that students are well-prepared for a career as a touring musician or a guitar performer in various musical styles.
If you’re looking to push your musical and technical skills to the next level through specially designed guitar degree courses and a rigorous curriculum, then the Music and Technology Associate Degree: Guitar Concentration is perfect for you.
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The Atlanta Institute of Music and Media offers a degree in Music and Technology that provides students with a dynamic learning environment to develop both their technical expertise and creative artistry.
The curriculum blends classroom instruction, hands-on lab work, and real-world experience—giving students the opportunity to perform live on stage and train in state-of-the-art recording studios. This immersive approach prepares students to excel as modern musicians, producers, and performers in today’s competitive music industry.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
| INT100* | Performance I | 4 |
| INT200* | Performance II | 4 |
| INT300 | Performance III | 4 |
| INT400 | Performance IV | 4 |
| INT301 | Studio Performance | 4 |
| INT145* | Music Theory Essentials I | 3 |
| INT245* | Music Theory Essentials II | 3 |
| GTR130 | Reading I * | 1 |
| GTR230 | Reading II * | 1 |
| GTR330 | Reading III | 1 |
| GTR430 | Reading IV | 1 |
| GTR120 | Scales I | 1 |
| GTR220 | Scales II | 1 |
| GTR320 | Scales III | 1 |
| GTR420 | Scales IV | 1 |
| RCD100* | Pro Tools 101 | 2 |
| RCD101* | Critical Listening Skills | 1 |
| RCD130* | MIDI: Synthesis and Sequencing | 4 |
| RCD140* | Introduction to Audio Production I | 3 |
| RCD150* | Skills Lab | 1 |
| RCD200* | Pro Tools 110 | 2 |
| RCD240* | Introduction to Audio Production II | 3 |
| RCD430* | Music Business | 1 |
| RCD530* | Portfolio for Web Media | 3 |
| Total | 54 | |
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
| GTR910 | Group Lesson I (elective instrument) | 2 |
| GTR920 | Group Lesson II (elective instrument) | 2 |
| GTR930 | Group Lesson III (elective instrument) | 2 |
| GTR940 | Group Lesson IV (elective instrument) | 2 |
| INT345 | Music Theory Essentials III | 3 |
| INT445 | Music Theory Essentials IV | 3 |
| RCD205* | Studio Interconnect Basics | 2 |
| RCD220* | Studio Acoustic Basics | 1 |
| RCD300 | Pro Tools HD 201 | 2 |
| RCD320 | Electronic Music Production | 4 |
| RCD340 | Introduction to Music Production | 4 |
| RCD350 | Introduction to Live Sound | 2 |
| RCD400 | Pro Tools HD 210M | 2 |
| RCD410 | Science and Art of Mastering | 1 |
| RCD435 | Methods of Mixing | 5 |
| RCD550 | Video Production I | 2 |
| RCD560 | Video Production II | 2 |
| Total | 41 | |
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
| HUM110 | Creative Writing | 3 |
| HUM115 | English Composition | 3 |
| HUM120 | Music Appreciation | 3 |
| MAT110 | Accounting | 3 |
| MAT120 | Mathematical Modeling | 3 |
| SCI110 | Principles of Electronics | 3 |
| SCI120 | Physics of Sound | 3 |
| SOC110 | Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
| Total | 24 | |
Career Opportunities
A guitar degree from AIMM, one of the premier Atlanta music colleges, opens up various career paths. The music industry is vast, and with the comprehensive training from AIMM, students are well-prepared to navigate it.
Admissions Process
Once you’ve completed all the steps in the following process, your Admissions advisor will guide you on housing options, FAFSA follow-up, and orientation.
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Step 1: Complete Your Online Application
Create your AIMM account, fill out the online application, and submit it for admissions consideration—all from your student portal.
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Step 2: Apply for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Use the FAFSA link in your application portal to apply for financial aid. We encourage all students to apply to help fund their education.
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Step 3A: Complete the Music Production Entrance Exam
If you’re pursuing the Associate of Applied Science in Music Production and Audio for Media or the Certificate in Music Production, complete your entrance exam directly in your application portal.
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Step 3B: Complete the Entrance Exam and Submit Your Video Audition
If you’re applying for the Associate of Applied Science in Music and Technology or the Online Certificate in Music and Technology, complete your entrance exam and upload your video audition from your portal. In-person auditions are also available by request.
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Step 4: Request and Submit Your Transcripts
Request your official transcripts from your high school, GED program, or college and have them sent directly to AIMM. You’ll find transcript submission instructions in your application account.
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Step 5: Stay Tuned for Your Admissions Decision
Once you’ve completed your application and submitted all materials, you’ll receive your admissions decision from our team.
FAQ's
Degree Programs: Tuition for AIMM’s degree programs is approximately $39,000.
Additional costs such as books, supplies, and living expenses may vary depending on individual needs and housing arrangements.
Degree Programs: Designed to be completed in 24 months of full-time study.
Actual completion times may vary depending on course load and transfer credits.
AIMM maintains at least a 70% job placement rate, ensuring that graduates are well prepared and connected to professional opportunities after completing their program.
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