Theory of Jazz Improvisation
MUSC 210
Fall 2022
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01
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| Crosslisting:
AFAM 386 |
| Course Cluster and Certificates: Social, Cultural, and Critical Theory Certificate |
This course concentrates on the vocabulary of improvisation in the African American classical tradition. Rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic knowledge will be approached through the study of scales, chords, modes, ear training, and transcription. Theoretical information will be applied to instruments in a workshop setting. Intensive practice and listening are required. This course may not be repeated for credit. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA MUSC |
| Course Format: Performance | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: MUSC103 |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (AFAM-MN)(AFAM)(CSCT)(MUSC) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
TBA
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Examinations and Assignments:
Regular aural, performance, and written assignments, with two larger projects incorporating, analysis, and/or composition. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Students should have familiarity with basic music vocabulary and analysis as per Music 103. The course is geared toward committed jazz students. Permission of instructor is based on assessment of skills and commitment. If you are unsure of your preparedness to enroll in this course, please email instructor at nbaerman@wesleyan.edu |
| Instructor(s): Baerman,Noah Times: ..T.R.. 10:20AM-11:40AM; Location: RHH003; |
Permission of Instructor Required
Enrollment capacity: 20 | Permission of instructor approval will be granted by the instructor during pre-registration through the Electronic Portfolio. Click "Add to My Courses" and "To request a POI electronically, click here" to submit your request. |
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