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John H. Davenport III
Residential Faculty - Director of Instrumental Studies
Office: PAC 57 - Room: PA 324
Office Hours
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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| 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| By appointment | By appointment | By appointment | By appointment | By appointment |
Classes Taught
Fall 2025
| MHL145 | American Jazz and Popular Music | 3 Credits | ||||
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The study of cultural and social contributions to the evolution of American jazz and popular music from the mid-1800's to present. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
22539 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/25/2025 – 12/19/2025 |
Open 15 of 22 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| MTC180 | Computer Literacy for Musicians | 3 Credits | ||||
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Instruction in basic computer literacy, including generic applications and music-specific programs with hands-on experience. Ability to read music notation required. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC101, or MTC105, or Corequisites: MTC105, or permission of Instructor. |
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| General Education Designations: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
22714 |
Dobson Campus ST28 103 |
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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08/26/2025 – 12/19/2025 |
TuTh |
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM |
Closed |
| MUE111 | Guitar Methods | 1 Credits | ||||
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Practical class with emphasis on both classical and popular techniques, methods, materials, solo/ensemble literature and repertoire used in all levels of guitar. Instructional approaches to the guitar as both a harmonizing instrument and in an ensemble setting. Prerequisites: None. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
33278 |
Dobson Campus TBA |
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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08/26/2025 – 12/19/2025 |
TuTh |
1:00 PM – 2:15 PM |
Open 3 of 16 |
| MUP161 | Community Band | 1 Credits | ||||
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Emphasis on college/community participation and the preparation of band literature for public performance. Prerequisites: None. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
23900 |
Dobson Campus Performing Arts Center Instrum |
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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08/28/2025 – 12/19/2025 |
Th |
7:10 PM – 9:50 PM |
Open 42 of 50 |
| MUP162 | Band | 1 Credits | ||||
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Designed to emphasize instrumental techniques and the preparation of all styles of band literature for ensemble performance. Includes public performances. Prerequisites: None. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
22634 |
Dobson Campus Performing Arts Center Instrum |
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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08/26/2025 – 12/19/2025 |
TuTh |
2:30 PM – 4:25 PM |
Open 3 of 25 |
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Notes: Class 22634 For auditions or other information please contact instructor at : [email protected] |
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Fall Flex Start 2025
| MHL145 | American Jazz and Popular Music | 3 Credits | ||||
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The study of cultural and social contributions to the evolution of American jazz and popular music from the mid-1800's to present. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
22588 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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09/08/2025 – 12/19/2025 |
Open 20 of 22 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| MHL204 | Hip-Hop Music and Culture | 3 Credits | ||||
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A history of Hip-Hop's musical and artistic elements and how cultural, social, political, and economic conditions have shaped its evolution. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107, or permission of Instructor. |
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| General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L] | ||||||
| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
23464 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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10/20/2025 – 12/19/2025 |
Open 5 of 25 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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