Thomas W. Strawser

Instructor - Applied Music Instruction

Performing Arts and Production

Classes Taught

Fall 2026

MUP102AA Private Instruction: Voice 2 Credits

Private Instruction emphasizing musicianship, literature, technique and performance. Four course sequence designed for university transfer equivalency. Instruction provided on voice, piano, harpsichord, organ, guitar, trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, violin, viola, violoncello, contrabass, bass guitar, percussion, and harp.

Prerequisites: Student must be 18 years or older.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15569
Dobson Campus

Instructor's Office

Private Instruction
Lecture/Lab
08/22/2026 – 12/18/2026

Class Started

Notes: Class 15569 Registration is by department permission only. To register please visit: https://www.mesacc.edu/departments/music/private-instruction

MUP133 Class Voice I 1 Credits

Introduction to the fundamentals of vocal production. Emphasis on breathing techniques, tone production and performances in class of solo vocal literature. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15603
Dobson Campus

MU 3

In-Person
Lecture/Lab
08/25/2026 – 12/18/2026
TuTh
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Class Started

MUP134 Class Voice II 1 Credits

Continuation of Class Voice I including the elements of stage presence and diction.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUP133 or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15604
Dobson Campus

MU 3

In-Person
Lecture/Lab
08/25/2026 – 12/18/2026
TuTh
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Class Started

MUP233 Class Voice III 1 Credits

Interpretive singing through a closer examination of coloring, tone production, dynamics, and tempo indications.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUP134.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15681
Dobson Campus

MU 3

In-Person
Lecture/Lab
08/25/2026 – 12/18/2026
TuTh
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Class Started

MUP234 Class Voice IV 1 Credits

Emphasis on the preparation of solo vocal literature for the purpose of evaluation and the integration of the music with the drama of the music.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUP233 or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15682
Dobson Campus

MU 3

In-Person
Lecture/Lab
08/25/2026 – 12/18/2026
TuTh
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Class Started

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