MUS 105 - The History of Jazz

Institution:

Leeward Community College

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Description:

The history of the creation and development of Jazz, America's only indigenous art form. Music styles of blues, dixieland, swing, bebop, cool, modern jazz and jazz/rock fusion will be analyzed and discussed. Seminal figures in Jazz history, e.g. Louis Armstrong, Charlie Parker and John Coltrane, will also be discussed. Rec Preparation: Prerequisite: ENG 21 or ENG 22 and Math 1J with a grade of C or better.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.leeward.hawaii.edu

Phone Number:

(808) 455-0011

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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