Paul W. Brewer

Residential Faculty - Music

Music and Dance

480-461-7887

Classes Taught

Fall 2024

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
14671

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024

Class Started

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 14671 Students may contact instructor at: paul.brewer@mesacc.edu

14734

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024

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 14734 Students may contact instructor at: paul.brewer@mesacc.edu

MHL241 Music History and Literature to 1750 3 Credits

In-depth study of music history from the primitive era through the Baroque period.

Prerequisites or Corequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC155 and MTC156, or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
13845

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024

Class Started

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 13845 Students may contact instructor at: paul.brewer@mesacc.edu

MUE107 Woodwinds Methods I 1 Credits

Practical class with emphasis on techniques of playing and teaching woodwind instruments including embouchure, breath control, tone, mouthpiece selection, and literature. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
33782
Dobson Campus

TBA

In Person
Lecture/Lab
08/20/2024 - 12/13/2024
TuTh
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM

Closed

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
14028
Dobson Campus

TBA

In Person
Lecture/Lab
08/20/2024 - 12/13/2024

Class Started

Notes: Class 14028 This section is for woodwind and percussion students. For auditions or other information please contact Paul Brewer at paul.brewer@mesacc.edu

MUP163 Jazz Ensemble 1 Credits

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

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
13939
Dobson Campus

Performing Arts Center Instrum

In Person
Lecture/Lab
08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024
MoWe
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM

Closed

Spring 2025

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

Open

39 of 45
Seats Available

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

Open

18 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Class 26693: Auditions required.

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