Old Time Music, CSC (221-529-30)

Old Time Music Program Closure

Mountain Empire Community College will be discontinuing the Old Time Music program due to low enrollment and graduation rates. Students enrolled in the program will receive an official notification via email regarding this closure.

To support those affected and ensure students get the classes they need to complete the program, a teach-out plan will be in place through the Spring 2028 semester.

For general inquiries, please contact Jane Jones, jjones@mecc.edu, Dean of the School of Arts, Sciences, & Human Services. For questions related to your program of study, please reach out to Nathan Rasnake, nrasnake@mecc.edu, Academic Advisor.

Program of Study

First Year Fall

SDV 101 - Orientation to 1 Credits
HUM 153 - Introduction to Appalachian Studies 3 Credits
MUS 150 - Old Time String Band 3 Credits
MUS 133 - Recording Systems Services I 3 Credits
Elective Instrument Class 3 Credits

First Year Spring

MUS 218 - Traditional Music and Musicians of Central Appalachia 3 Credits
MUS 290 - Coordinated Internship 1-5 Credits
Elective Instrument Class Credits / Units: 3
Elective class Credits / Units: 3
Elective class Credits / Units: 3

Total Program Credits: 28

Notes and Additional Curriculum Options

Course substitutions may be available (Including courses MUS 195 and 295). Please see an advisor for more information.