MUSC 105 - Survey of Jazz Music

Institution:

Raritan Valley Community College

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Description:

This course is a survey of Jazz music which gives an overview of its development and repertory. Students will gain an understanding of Jazz as an art form, from its roots in Dixieland to Swing, Bebop, Cool Jazz, Hard Bob, Fusion and current trends. Major innovators and cultural contexts will also be explored. Students will be required to attend and critique off-campus Jazz performances.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.raritanval.edu

Phone Number:

(908) 526-1200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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