MSC 3024 - Jazz: From Its Origins to The Present

Institution:

CUNY Bernard M Baruch College

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Description:

3 hours; 3 credits This course traces the history of jazz from its beginnings to the present day. Social and commercial factors are discussed in tracing the development of this truly American music from European and West African influences. Listening examples are drawn from blues, ragtime, and Dixieland through swing, bop, and "modern" styles to pop and rock. Prerequisite: MSC 1003 or 1005.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.baruch.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(646) 312-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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