Music of Coltrane, Mingus, and Coleman
MUSC 270
Fall 2011
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01
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| Crosslisting:
AFAM 385 |
The goal of this course is to introduce students of music to three restructural masters whose creativity and decisions have shaped creative music evolution since the Second World War. Instruction for this course will seek to provide a historical, scientific, and synthesis perspective that gives insight into the work of each musician. |
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Essential Capabilities:
Interpretation, Writing |
| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA MUSC |
| Course Format: Lecture | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: None |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
TRI AXIUM WRITING Book 1 to 3
MINGUS (Brian Case)
COLTRANE (Bill Cole)
Selected target readings will be put on reserve (as part of the evolving material base of the class).
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Examinations and Assignments:
Listening assignments are required and 4 papers, including final exams. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Open to all students. Music majors will be required to demonstrate an extended understanding of class material. |
| Instructor(s): Braxton,Anthony Delano Times: .M.W... 01:10PM-02:30PM; Location: RHH003; |
Permission of Instructor Required
Enrollment capacity: 50 | Permission of instructor will be granted during the drop/add period. Students must submit either a ranked or unranked drop/add request for this course. |
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