One of the best professors I've ever met.

great teacher. makes class fun. nice guy. more of an effort is needed to make a one on one connection with him since the class is so big, but he always encourages it. i recommend him highly.

He's one of the best students because he will do anything to help you out and he is very understanding that life happens, everyone should take a class of his

Very enthusiastic!!! He is always in a good mood and always excited about singing. He is just great!!!!!

great class and great teacher! He is very enthusiatic about teaching you music and he very nice. No matter if u r a beginner or an expert in singing, he brings the best out of you. You really learn a lot and the songs we sing are fun and great- especially when everyone harmonizes. A must take class.

He is a great teacher and really understanding. I can't wait to take voice 2 with him. He is so fun and energetic. He really cares about you as a student and wants you to reach your potential. I love him.

I took his class and learned so much. I did 4 years of music in H.S. and in 1 semester he taught me more about my range, reading music and breath control than I ever knew. Patient and fun.

i learned sooo much. I also improved alot in my range and breathing control. It's so worth it to take his class.

Excellent and encouraging teacher. Really allows you to learn how to sing and improve no matter if you're a beginner or an expert. Magical experience and lots of happy memories. Everyone should take this class!!! You won't regret it. A MUST TAKE!!!!

Awesome guy, awesome teacher. The man magically gets you to work wonders on your own voice. Crazy. The class is really fun and he's really encouraging.

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Fantastic Professor! Wonderful Conductor. Passionate about his music and just loves his students. He's a funny guy and I like working with Dr. Soto very much =)

Dr. Soto rocks!!! Amazing musician and choir conductor! Never a dull moment with this guy! :D Best class!

Prof. Soto Rocks! He loves what he teaches which makes it that much more fun and entertaining. He can get all over the place at times but makes sure every one understands what he's talking about. It's a must to take this teacher whether your a music major or not, trust me you wont regret it. =0D

Awesome Prof who loves what he teaches and keeps class exciting! First music class ever and somehow managed to learn a few things. lol! Highly recommend. Good luck!

Very energetic and keeps the students involved unlike most OCC teachers because he cares about each student. Soto has power points, great videos and gives reviews before tests! Be sure to get the book too it's helpful!

Great Teacher, was not interested in the material before the class, however after be taught by Dr.Soto i have learned to appreciate classical music and am very glad that i took the class. Thanks Dr. Soto!

This professor made this class very enjoyable. He was very helpful in that he answered any questions that anyone may have had and he welcomed questions without making people feel stupid. I loved that he had people come in to play certain instruments for us that corresponded to the era we were studying. Very enjoyable yet very informative.

Funniest guy ever! Easily, my favorite class of the semester. Is very thorough and truly wants everyone to do well. Despite that it's a lecture, he still gets every one involved. Tests are easy and he always lets you out early. Truly makes you appreciate the music that usually makes you fall asleep!

He is sooooo funny! probably my favorite teacher yet. Always lets you out early, lecutres are online, reviews what you need to know for the test, and wants you to pass

great prof period. I enjoy the class every time, since he makes it fun and he is so enthusiatic about his subject. People learn how to sing quickly no matter what their current experience level is. A must class.

Very laid back, very passionate, and very, very funny. There's no homework, but you have to attend two concerts. Tests aren't too bad, but he gets lazy sometimes and doesn't like to lecture so he speeds through the slides (frustrating) but he always posts the lectures online so it works out. He was absolutely my favorite professor of the semester.

Amazing. Just amazing. I know nothing about music, but you can learn so much. Today was my first class and i didn't expect much, but he is such a funny guy. He makes you like the subject. He lets you out early. Take his class! you will love him. Oh and he got an amazing voice.

I am currently taking Dr. Soto's summer Music class and I think he's great. He's smart, funny and fun. I look forward to his classes every week and I think everyone should take one of his classes!

Dr Soto is a wonderful conductor and very easy to understand. During choir practice he goes through diff exercises that help a great deal learning not only how to warm up the voice but how to read music and remember tone.

I took Music Theory 1. Great teacher, always willing to help when you have a question. He jokes around a lot and he's really funny. Very easy class if you just do all your work.

This is the best teacher EVER!!!He knows what he teaches, he loves what he teaches, and is passionate in what he teaches!!! He is super funny, and makes everybody feel smart when someone ask a question. I'm majoring in science, but because of him I want a minor in music. TAKE MUSIC 100!!!!

One of the coolest teachers I have ever met!!! He really truly cares for his students. He is so funny and makes the class super fun!!! You will never in your college life meet a teacher like Dr. Soto

The best professor someone can EVER take! The class was so enjoyable. I actually looked forward to going to lectures. He is extremely funny, and has an amazing voice. The class is not difficult at all. I studied a day before the exam and got a very high A in the course. Just pay attention and you are good. An excellent professor. Recommended!

He's like a cartoon character so funny and energetic. The class was easy and interesting, loved all the different kind of music you listen to. Tests are easy just study your notes and also there's listening questions on tests, but super easy. Must attend 2 concerts. No hw. He plays the piano so well! Take him, he's a must!!

Everytime Dr. Soto sat down at the piano, I hoped that he would just bang out the intro to Benny and The Jets. That would have made my semester for sure. GREAT CLASS, interesting, he's funny and obviously loves the subject. He's talented. Just don't fall asleep... he WILL approach you and scare you awake! Saw it with my own eyes...

I LOVE THIS TEACHER HAHA. HE IS GREAT. HE IS PASSIONATE ABOUT WHAT HE TEACHES AND YOU CAN SEE THAT IN HIS METHODS. HE IS TALNTED AND FUNNY. HE KEEPS YOUR ATTENTION DURING THE CLASS TIME :) VERY HAPPY THAT I TOOK THIS COURSE

easy classs dnt need the book just the cd's... exams are easy if u listen to the cd..study guide very helpful andd you get out early every day

Really good teacher. Answers questions clearly. A good class to have early in the morning, because it is not too demanding. Gets excited about what he teaches and you can tell he loves what he does. Tests are easy and I never studied except for 30min before class. Textbook not needed, just the cd's. Songs are easy to memorize. TAKE THIS CLASS!

Dr. Soto is AMAZING. He is passionate about what he does and he will always help you when you need it. I have a large music background and I took this class for fun, but I still learned a lot from him. You won't regret taking this class!

He is very passionate about music. Only 4 tests, and you must attend 2 concerts which are at occ, you get extra credit if you bring people. He reviews the class before every test, study guides are on blackboard. You have to memorize songs, composers, terms, etc for every test. Tests aren't too bad as long as you study. Class isn't too bad overall.

Lets just say that if everybody took Music 100 with Dr. Soto; the world will be a peaceful place. Yeah!!! Changing the world with Dr. Soto!!!!!

Music Theory isn't easy, but you'll love it with Dr. Soto

You must call him Dr. Soto or he will get upset but he is the best music teacher I've ever had. He has a mandatory 2 concerts you must attend. The study guides are very accurate and he goes over the answers before the test. He plays the piano very impressively. I totally recommend him.

hes a fantastic teacher, loves what he does, hes pretty hilarious, few witty jokes here and there, theyre funny, test are easy as F^&*, study guide basicly outlines everything, no need for txtbook, youtube all the songs you need to listen to

*This class is all about classical music-Don't get confused!*As Dr. Soto would say "You'll only have a problem if you were dropped on your head as a child". Which is true. For each test he tell you what songs are going to be on there and exactly what you need to know. You're required to go to 2 concerts-kind of a pain but easy points.

Dr. Soto is great, literally the greatest teacher I've ever had. He is passionate about what he does and strives for everyone to understand everything! Obviously, make sure you do your work/practice whatever he tells you. I highly recommend him.

he is quite cool and talented! highly recommend.

This class was great. His tests are easy as long as you follow the study guide. Majority of the test questions are based on identifying the music he plays. Do not buy the book!! Just study from his notes and youtube the songs.

A brilliant professor with a clear passion for music. He is hilarious and very personable, and will spark your interest for classical music, and music in general.

Great speaker. Took what's usually a dry subject (history and appreciation of music) and made it entertaining. Don't get caught texting or talking, he gets a little upset and has asked people to leave lectures for it. Tests are really easy, especially if you take notes based on his study guide, which you can print from day 1.

Dr. Soto is brilliant - going in I thought the class would be boring, but he really makes the subject come alive! The tests are easy: take good notes and have the music pieces memorized, and you'll do fine. Attending two concerts is mandatory for your grade. You don't need the text, but you'll definitely want to purchase the online listening guide.

Great professor! Very funny and extremely helpful. Use his study guide as a guide, and you'll be fine.

Dr. Soto is a very funny guy, you will enjoy this class. I came into the class with a prior interest in classical music, so I may be biased. I thought he was wonderful and his lectures were wonderful. The class itself was pretty easy. My only complaint was the required concerts. And only buy the CD's, you don't need the actual book.

Four tests:medieval/renissance, braoque, classical, and romantic. Don't buy the book or Cd. you can find the songs on youtube. Don't be late to class he will point you out infront of the whole class. Must attened two concerts. Study guide tells you what's on the test, but he does a review the day before. Overall funny and easy class. I got an A

Interesting guy. I bought ebook which i didn't use that often. Baroque exam was pretty harder than other exams. Well.. 3 other exams were totally easy for me.. Easy A if you listen to the music and know it for sure..

Dr. Soto is a great theory 1/musicianship teacher. I've grown so much as a musician through the class. He's always upbeat, hilarious, and fun to be around. If you want to be successful as a musician, take this class (not Navidad's). You need to know Dr. Soto and he needs to know you.

Dr Soto is the most amazing, talented, music crazed and obsessed man I have ever met in my life. His class was enjoyable, relaxing, comical, and I learned a lot! Don't be late, he will call you out. This man is inspirational and could be doing better things that teaching at OCC. We are so blessed to have him! I <3 you Dr Soto! Best class ever!

Reccomended for arts requirement. The tests are not THAT easy, so study. The music is nice to listen to. Dr soto is the kind of person who uses words like "potty". And i wanted to rip my hair out everytime he sang "you are so screwed" to the tune of beethovens 5th symphony. He makes the class interesting though. Watch out for the course assistants.

He is a funny teacher. His class is easy and fun. Just take notes and do the study guides and you'll do good on the tests.

Let me get straight to the point. Dr Soto is an excellent teacher, really goes through and through when it comes to teaching his students. He cares about you just as much as you care about his class, so think about that. MUS180 wasn't hard but it's work. I also have never seen him drink coffee!

I would recommend his class to anyone who's interest in Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque,Classical, and Romantic Music (Although I think that this is not quite common among college students). Overall his class is highly enjoyable, tests are easy if you study for it. I had an amazing time in this class, I hope you guys will enjoy it too.

He is awesome! a real musician! The class is always very interesting. I used to hate to listen to classical music but now, I actually enjoy listening to it. You have to attend 2 concerts. I got 10 extra credit very easily.

Best Teacher Ever!!!!! He is funny and you will get out early almost everyday. He also cracks jokes from time to time and watches videos a lot. Great class and easy A if you listen to the music and remember the name of it.

Cracks a lot of jokes to people that come in late! Do not come late to his exams or his class, or else he will put you on blast. But other than that, easy class! Got extra points for just staying in class, while everyone left during a movie.

study guide on blackboard . He always reviews before the test, so if you didn't pay attention during class - pay attention on the last lecture before the test. Listen to the songs on the study guide ! , the songs are 70 % of the test

Ok, Dr. Soto are an Amazing teacher. He love the students and care about the students. He want to help us success, very nice of him, doesn't make you buy text book, he print them out for you. He is Funny. EASY A if you do and study exactly what he told you. I STRONGLY RECOMMENCE TAKING HIM.

Best teacher ever.Get to know him,he'll make an effort to know you and move mountains to help you.The ones saying he doesn't help were expecting to have their hand held.This is college, not kinder, he'll treat you accordingly.Ask questions, follow up, try your hardest, DON'T BE LATE to class! He doesn't like excuses. Who does?

Dr. Soto is amazing. I just adore him. The class is fairly easy as long as you study. Do not buy the book. Don't miss class and you will be fine. Do yourself a favor and take this class!

Dr. Soto is the best Music professor at OCC, i took his Theory 1 class last Spring and absolutely loved it. I wish he taught higher levels of theory as well! He'll make you work hard and make a better musician in his class, if you're not a Music major then I'd consider taking someone who cares less about his classes.

I start loving classical music after taking his class. The test is very easy in general as long as you can recognize what song is being played. Don't buy the book or CD, you can find the CD in library. Every thing on the test is from his power points and the music is on youtube.

All you gotta do is take notes on whatever he tells you not to take notes on. No need for the book; just study from notes, study guide, and songs. Early semester is a cool breeze. Later semester is a slightly cool breeze. He is humorous and decent to learn from.

Dr. Soto was the best teacher i could have imagined. he made learning music theory fun, interesting and understandable. be ready to laugh everyday you go to his class. he is witty and funny and he makes sure you know whats going on. be ready to study and to work hard or you won't pass. take his class!

One of the easiest classes I have ever taken. Very funny and easy-going Professor. However, dont be late and dont talk during his lecture, he will get mad. Book is not necessary for this course as his tests are mostly from the Power Point slides and Youtube videos. Easy A

This class is really easy. For those that did not receive either an A or a B did not put in the bare minimum of work necessary. Book is not needed, notes in class and his study guide are crucial so attendance is recommended! He's a funny guy but DON'T barge into class late when there's a performance. Don't talk during class either and you're good!

easy class. go to class, take good notes ,attend 2 concerts, 10 min review before exams and you are fine. don't dare to go to class late !!!! this could drive him insanely mad and kick u out.give extra credits very often for attendance since many students rushed thru lectures. TAKE HIM !!!!

TAKE HIM PEOPLE TAKE HIM!!! easy A. he is always willing to help you out. go to class to receive extra credit sometimes and know changes in study guide. the last test was all abt music disguise. if u didn't go to class, u would study all of things on the study guide. that's a lot. beware :)

I never actually had Dr. Soto as an instructor, but I had many dealings with him during my tenure in Chamber Singers. The man is an amazing musician and teacher. In the short time I've known him I have learned an innumerable amount.

He's the best of the best prof. at OCC. Super funny and inspirational. He's always willing to help you, just ask! Lots of laugh every class. For Music 180 (Theory 1), if you don't play any instruments, it's not a class for u. Drop it! Playing piano is a great advantage for you in this course. Enjoy! He's sweet and super passionate!!! Love him!!!

This was my last and my most favorite class I took. Dr. Soto is the most patient and understanding instructor. He made it so exciting. Like he said It should be an easy A unless if you dropped on the head as a child. Study from notes and listen to the music and you will be good to go. If you cant pass better reconsider college seriously.

Great class. I would take it again !!!!.

Easy A class. Ric acts like he is helpful but sometimes he turns out to another guy. He gives extra credits. International students if you never took music in your life you're gonna find it a bit hard. His final exam is the easiest you're probably going to have more than 94 so you just should do good in your mid terms. I recommend him.

Dr. Soto is one of the coolest professor's in this school. He is very helpful and if you miss assignments just go into his office and make them up. He is also very helpful if you ask.

Amazing Teacher! The most fun class I've taken at OCC! You need to keep your tickets from the concerts since they are needed to prove you went! Extra credit if you bring friends. TAKE HIM Comments are true though don't even be like 1 min late to class or you will get yelled at. Soto takes his time very seriously.

Professor Soto was so nice and funny! Music 100 was definitely an easy A and he made music fun and interesting.

Really fun and easy professor and class. For us we had to attend two orchestras throughout the semester for a grade, so expect to shell out 10 dollars. The tests are extremely easy, since he makes study guides for them. After his class i really gained a better appreciation for music, so you might go through the same thing.

Best class ever!! History & Appreciation of Music from dr. Soto is the best class I ever took! I have taken other classes from him including Orchestra & Choir Soto really puts himself into the music and the students. His desire is for you to love music. And it really shows in his teaching.

He's one of those rare professors who actually enjoys the course he's teaching. His tests are very similar to his notes. In addition, his study guides are very helpful. He's nice and kind. I would recommend him to anyone who's considering music.

very easy to get A! so many extra credits if you attend the class.

Took Dr. Soto during an intersession course. I was expecting the class to be easy, but not this easy. 4 tests, graded attendance, no hw. the tests are absurdly easy. I would take him again. He is funny, caring, educated, and will work to give you an A. take him if you want a gpa boost.

I've never had a professor that made me fall in love with different types of music. He's passionate with what he does and the class is very easy. Show up, take the exams, and you'll pass. The tests are ridiculously easy. I will take another music class with him, he's amazing and cares about his students.

Took him during intersession and was literally the easiest class if you study, but beside that he makes the class interesting. One of those professor who truly loves what they're doing. he really got me to respect the classic music. I would definitely recommend him!

I felt that my tears are coming, I shook his hands after my final exam. it was sad because he is my best professor and I never finished this class. If you want to smile, you should choose this class because you will never regret,it is also easy to get A. Extra credit is to go to the concerts on OCC campus. TAKE HIM ! He is AMAZING !

The tests consists of musical trivia that is explained during lecture, and song recognition where you are provided with a clip of a song (that has been shown in class) and you pair it with the composer, type of music, and era. The songs are all on youtube, with all the information I mentioned in the description for home studying.

Ric is very passionate about music. I took a Friday class 9:35-12:45, but he lets out way early. Take notes and he provides a study guide which is great! Do the listening's for his upcoming exam's otherwise you'll do horrible. Overall, he's a great professor and this class is literally an easy A!

His class is very easy A, but you have to be good at listening because you'll have to distinguish the songs from different eras. Overall, I really enjoyed this class and I highly recommend him!

He is one of the most entertaining and funny professors I have ever had and is extremely passionate about his job which makes it more interesting and fun. His class can be challenging but he says almost every day that his goal is to &quot;make you fall in love with music&quot; Highly recommend!

Show up to class, you'll get an A. He says all the time &quot;You'd have to be a complete idiot to not pass&quot; He basically gives you the answers to the test a few days before the exam, sometimes even a hint DURING the exam. Sometimes he'll give you random EC for just being there. He knows his stuff! Just dont be late or disrespectful and you're good.

This is a tough class, no joke, but Dr. Soto makes it so approachable. He cares so much about his students and knows what they're capable of--so be prepared to be pushed out of your comfort zone! Put in the effort, practice outside of class, and go to him for help and questions. You'll emerge a much better musician. He wants you to succeed!

I didn't get to finish the course unfortunately this semester due to a series of miscommunications (no one had told me I needed to take 181 and 180 with the same professor, and then when I dropped 180 to stay in Soto's course he ended up carrying over a lot of info from 180 so I had to drop with a W), but he is SO great, I'll be retaking for sure!

Dr. Soto is an amazing professor. His lectures are engaging and his inclass performances are always exciting. He is one of those professors who truly tries to make students learn and succeed.

Dr. Soto is a good person, amazing personality and hilarious, his lecture is very inspiring, kinda relaxing

I love this man he is literally amazing and hilarious

I'm sorry Dr. Soto. I love your class but all the songs just sound like the same to me :(

There's not enough good things to be said about Ricardo Soto. One of the kindest and funniest professors at OCC. Really cares about his students. Lectures are really engaging. He plays piano for the class often and its great.

Dr. Soto is the man! One of the greatest professors at OCC, he's legendary for being a funny and cool teacher, if you ever get in trouble just go buy him some starbucks and he'll forgive you. I've gotten out of being late several times through that method, though I don't recommend being late because his classes are actually amazing!

He is one of the best professors I've ever had at OCC. Tbh, this class is not easy and you may feel overwhelmed at first because you will have to differentiate the songs! But he made it interesting and enjoyable and he wants you to pass. He is very hilarious but be respectful and come to class and you will do fine. He also gives EC

I had him for History &amp; Appreciation of Music in Fall 2019. Hes a funny and cool dude. The class mainly consists of going to 2 music concerts on campus, 3 easy exams, and a final exam. Hes strict on tardiness and calls on random students to answer questions even in a large lecture room. The class is really easy and he offers some extra credit.

He's the type of professor that you can tell truly loves what he's teaching

AWESOME Professor and HILARIOUS! Dr. Soto provides good feedback, has clear grading criteria, amazing lectures, and he is available outside class.

Without a doubt one of the best professors at OCC! He is hilarious and makes the lectures really entertaining and fun. Would 100% recommend this class to anyone.

show up to zoom meeting, attendance require. camera on for extra cred. very caring professor, loves his job, plays live piano music during class. absolutely love this class and Professor Soto. Quizzes are doable if you put effort.

The tests are easy! You just know the composer and the some and some characteristics.

He started the class w/, "Be ready to fall in love [w/ music]!" Saying he's right is an understatement. Dr. Soto was my voice instructor 20+ yrs ago @ OCC. When I came back, I knew I had to take another class w/ him. He is funny, knowledgeable, and inspirational from the go! I recommend him to anyone who loves music, positivity, and great energy!

Got me-non music major-into classical music. He is a really good lecturer, he helps you out if you're stuck in a problem!!

Excellent professor! Tests are not hard if you pay attention to the lectures. Be sure to come to class everyday, attendance is graded. Professor Soto is kind and really cares about his students.

Just from day 1 of the class, you could tell Dr. Soto is very passionate about music. He made learning about the different eras of music fun but also still educational at the same time. If you enjoy learning and/or listening to music in general or just want quick easy credits, this is the perfect class for you.

Definitely not an easy A you must study but the test arent that difficult the first and last one test are super easy the second and third are doable but you need to be a bit careful. He is very nice but can get a little bit mad at times. DEFINITLY don't try to cheat he get very mad at cheaters.

Amazing teacher. Only 4 exams the first and last are easy. He does drop lowest exam score. Overall a fun class makes you fall in love with music.

Dr. Soto is very kind and passionate about teaching music. His class is joyful and his exams are very easy.

Dr. Soto's MUS100 class was a delightful experience. He is passionate about music and makes the subject engaging, even for non-majors. Attendance is a must, but unstuckstudy helped me prepare efficiently for the straightforward exams.

Professor Soto goes out of his way to help you! He is the nicest instructor ever! I enjoyed his class and still remember the things he taught us!