Paul W. Brewer

Residential Faculty - Music

Music and Dance

480-461-7887

Classes Taught

Spring 2025

MHL204 Hip-Hop Music and Culture 3 Credits

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.

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
27411

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025

Closed

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.

Class 27411 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

MHL242 Music History and Literature 1750 to Present 3 Credits

In-depth study of music history from the Classical period through the Contemporary period.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MHL241 or permission of instructor.

General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26725

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025

Closed

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.

Class 26725 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

MUP162 Band 1 Credits

Designed to emphasize instrumental techniques and the preparation of all styles of band literature for ensemble performance. Includes public performances. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26692
Dobson Campus

Performing Arts Center Instrum

In Person
Lecture/Lab
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025
TuTh
2:30 PM – 4:25 PM

Class Started

MUP163 Jazz Ensemble 1 Credits

Practical and performance experience in various jazz styles. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26693
Dobson Campus

Performing Arts Center Instrum

In Person
Lecture/Lab
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025
MoWe
1:00 PM – 2:15 PM

Class Started

Notes: Class 26693: Auditions required.

Spring Flex Start 2025

MHL153 Rock Music and Culture 3 Credits

History of Rock music and how cultural, social, political, and economic conditions have shaped its evolution. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26726

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025

Open

1 of 25
Seats Available

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.

Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

MHL204 Hip-Hop Music and Culture 3 Credits

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.

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
27597

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025

Closed

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.

Class 27597 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

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