From Practice to Performance
West Valley College offers a variety of instrumental classes and ensembles that perform at a high level. Our courses are designed with students in mind. We want you to be successful in reaching your musical goals. If you want to strengthen your foundation work, or partake in advanced study, West Valley College is the place for you.
We are the only community college in South Bay and one of very few in California to offer one hour, 1:1 instruction once per week with stellar music faculty through our Applied Instrumental Music program.
Classes Requiring Auditions
- Applied Instrumental Music
- Jazz Ensemble
- Symphonic Band
- Symphony Orchestra (Winchester Orchestra)
In addition to CTE Certificates, the Performing Arts Department offers a comprehensive professional program designed to provide a wide variety of musical experiences for the student seeking to transfer to a baccalaureate program in performance or music education for a career as a musician or music educator.
See potential career opportunities and salary projections on our Program Mapper:
Instrumental Ensembles and Performance Classes
The classes below do not need an audition:
- Chamber Music
- Guitar Class
- Jazz Combo
- Jazz Improvisation
- Piano Class
Additional Ensembles and Performance Classes
The listed Choir and Vocal Music classes below are open to all students:
- Concert Choir
- Chamber Singers
- Musical Theater and Opera Scenes
- Beginning Voice Class
- Intermediate Voice Class