MUS 244 - History of Jazz and Popular Music

Institution:

Columbus State Community College

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Description:

This course surveys the origins and development of jazz, the uniquely American musical idiom. 19th century origins of jazz, Dixieland, Chicago sound and evolution of the 1920s and 1930s big bands, cool jazz, and the influence of jazz on other popular music of the 20th century will be explored through listening to recordings by major innovators and studying the written forms. Ability to read music is assumed.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.cscc.edu/

Phone Number:

(614) 287-5353

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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