Paul W. Brewer

Residential Faculty - Music

Performing Arts and Production

Performing Arts and Production

480-461-7887

[email protected]

Classes Taught

Fall 2026

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: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
16227		Online (On Your Time) Lecture	08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026			Class Started
16227	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.

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: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
15548		Online (On Your Time) Lecture	08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026			Closed
15548	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.

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
32258	Dobson Campus PA 229	In-Person Lecture/Lab	08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026	MoWe	2:20 PM – 3:35 PM	Class Started

MUP102BQ	Private Instruction: Saxophone					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
15581	Dobson Campus TBA	Private Instruction Lecture/Lab	08/22/2026 – 12/18/2026			Class Started
15581	Notes: Class 15581 Registration is by department permission only. To register please visit: https://www.mesacc.edu/departments/music/private-instruction

MUP102BZ	Private Instruction: Violoncello					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
15584	Dobson Campus TBA	Private Instruction Lecture/Lab	08/22/2026 – 12/18/2026			Class Started
15584	Notes: Class 15584 Registration is by department permission only. To register please visit: https://www.mesacc.edu/departments/music/private-instruction

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
15641	Dobson Campus PA 229	In-Person Lecture/Lab	08/25/2026 – 12/18/2026	TuTh	2:30 PM – 4:25 PM	Closed
15641	Notes: Class 15641 For auditions or other information students may contact the Music Department office at 480-461-7575.

MUP163	Jazz Ensemble					1 Credits
Practical and performance experience in various jazz styles. Prerequisites: None.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
15642	Dobson Campus PA 229	In-Person Lecture/Lab	08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026	MoWe	1:00 PM – 2:15 PM	Closed

Spring 2027

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], Arts and Humanities [AHM]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
11074		Online (On Your Time) Lecture	01/19/2027 – 05/14/2027			Open 5 of 25 Seats Available
11074	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.

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: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
10527		Online (On Your Time) Lecture	01/19/2027 – 05/14/2027			Open 6 of 16 Seats Available
10527	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.

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
10496	Dobson Campus PA 229	In-Person Lecture/Lab	01/19/2027 – 05/14/2027	TuTh	2:30 PM – 4:25 PM	Open 36 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
10497	Dobson Campus PA 229	In-Person Lecture/Lab	01/20/2027 – 05/14/2027	MoWe	1:00 PM – 2:15 PM	Open 17 of 20 Seats Available
10497	Notes: Class 10497: Auditions required.

Spring Flex Start 2027

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], Arts and Humanities [AHM]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
11220		Online (On Your Time) Lecture	03/22/2027 – 05/14/2027			Open 17 of 25 Seats Available
11220	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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