MUS 106 - Introduction to Jazz

Institution:

Harper College

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Description:

Examines the evolution and development of jazz, America's only native musical art form. The study begins in 1851 with the blending of African, European, Haitian, and Creole music and culture in New Orleans, which resulted in the creation of blues and improvisation. The study continues with further development in Chicago, Kansas City, New York, and Los Angeles. The course introduces blues, Dixieland, big band, cool, hard bop, funk, free, and fusion.

Credits:

0.00 - 3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.harpercollege.edu

Phone Number:

(847) 925-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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