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MUSC 376 - Jazz Improvisation

(3 credits)
Prerequisite: MUSC 365 or consent of instructor
This course combines historical, analytical and performance study of jazz. It will teach the beginning improviser the fundamentals of jazz improvisation: applying jazz harmony with elements of jazz theory, memorization of tunes and prepared materials, idiomatic phrasing/articulation with “time-feel” development, learning to listen and analyze jazz recordings, and learning to develop improvised solos with expressiveness and creativity. This course is designed for vocalists and all instrumentalists. Offered alternate spring semesters.