MUSIC 107 - Jazz Improvisation Pt I

Institution:

City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College

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Description:

Fundamentals of improvisation; performing improvised solos, both on standard chord changes and original compositions. Topics covered include: ear training, II-V-I progressions, substitutes of the Ii-V-I progression, simple blues, bebop scales, intervals and random chord exercises which lead to altered dominants and more contemporary concepts. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Music 101, or Consent of Department Chairperson. (The student should have a basic level of playing ability on a particular instrument. Co-registration in Music 135 required.) 1 lecture and 2 lab hours per week. 2 credit hours.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

ccc.edu/colleges/wright/pages/default.aspx

Phone Number:

(773) 777-7900

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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