MUS 412 - An Introduction to the History of Jazz

Institution:

Governors State University

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Description:

Surveys American jazz music from a historical and cultural context. Explores the various modes of musical expression characterizing the contributions made by Africans and African Americans to American culture. Covers early jazz of the nineteenth century to the postmodern era of today.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.govst.edu

Phone Number:

(708) 534-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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