MUSC 2057 Jazz:A Listener's Introduction
This is a course designed to introduce students to the American multicultural indigenous musical art form of Jazz. It explores the origins of Jazz and traces the various style periods historically taking into consideration the cultures from which it grew including the Creole and European cultures. Students will learn the key elements of Jazz such as improvisation and learn how to listen to jazz. Major artists, styles, recordings, and developments will be covered. (3 lect.) HUM
Major Topics
- Jazz Improvisation
- Origins of Jazz
- Early Jazz
- Swing
- Bebop
- Cool
- Hard bop
- Avant-Garde and Free Jazz
- Jazz-Rock Fusion
- Contemporary Jazz
Outcomes
In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:
1. Evaluate the influence of Jazz music on the culture of the United States.
2. Evaluate the influence of American racial inequality on the development of Jazz.
3. Identify the impact Jazz has on the quality of life.
4. Compare and analyze compositional characteristics of varied composers and style periods.
5. Identify stylistic characteristics of Jazz by listening.
Other Information
Any information placed here must be adhered to by all instructors:
Evaluation tools must include 3-5 page research papers on one composer/performer per style period