MHST 517 - Selected Topics in Jazz

Institution:

The New England Conservatory of Music

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Description:

Investigates a range of topics relating to the history, politics, sociology, personalities, and performance practices of jazz. Previous topics have included "The Life and Music of Duke Ellington," "Thelonius Monk: High Priest of Jazz," "Charlie Parkand the Bebop Tradition," "John Coltrane, Jazz Messiah," and "Jazz in the Moviethe Movies in Jazz." Topic for the term will be posted in the schedule of courses during registration. Course requirements include a research project and written report as well as brief written or oral responses to reading and listening assignments. (2 credits) Coleman

Credits:

2.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

necmusic.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 585-1100

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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