MUS 137 - Jazz Improvisation I

Institution:

William Paterson University of New Jersey

Subject:

Description:

A workshop course aimed at helping the student evolve an individual style of improvisation. Emphasis on chord scales, interpretation of chord symbols, notation, harmonic and melodic analysis techniques, transposition, and common jazz figures and patterns. Ear training and analysis of improvised solos. One weekly class meeting in lecture format, one in performance groups.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.wpunj.edu

Phone Number:

(973) 720-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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