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2.00 Credits
Explores the history of jazz singing from its roots in early African-American music through Louis Armstrong to contemporary jazz singers. From the mainstream to the avant-garde, important individual contributions as well as larger trends will be examined. The mutual influences of the vocal and instrumental traditions on one another, and the influence of jazz singing on other styles such as pop and Brazilian music will be considered. Classes and coursework include reading, listening, lectures, videos, and guest lecturers. (2 credits) Eade
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to the theoretical concepts formulated by George Russell. Analysis of jazz and non-jazz compositions. Prerequisite: JS 378. (2 credits) Schwendener
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3.00 Credits
Continuation of JS 455T. Prerequisite: JS 455T. (2 credits) Schwendener
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3.00 Credits
Fundamental topics in jazz composition and arranging are introduced through the analysis and imitation of models drawn from the jazz repertory. Topics include jazz harmony, reharmonization, voicing, writing for rhythm section, and writing for two and three horns. Prerequisite: JS 378. (2 credits) Schaphorst
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3.00 Credits
After studying each of the sections of the ensemble independently, an arrangement for jazz orchestra is developed through the analysis of works from the jazz repertory. Topics include form, counterpoint, and recomposition, encompassing both traditional and innovative approaches to writing for the jazz orchestra. Continuation of JS 473T. Prerequisite: JS 473T. (2 credits) Schaphorst
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3.00 Credits
Selected topics in the history of jazz improvisation are studied through listening, transcription, and analysis of improvised solos and accompaniments, and composition of solos in the styles of such past jazz artists as Louis Armstrong, Sidney Bechet, Coleman Hawkins, Lester Young, Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and a number of more recent figures. Prerequisite: JS 378. (2 credits) Faculty
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3.00 Credits
Study of the styles of selected composers through listening, transcription, and analysis of jazz compositions, and composition of pieces in the style of historic composers including Don Redman, Duke Ellington, Billy Strayhorn, Thelonious Monk, Lennie Tristano, Horace Silver, Sun Ra, Ornette Coleman, John Coltrane, and Wayne Shorter. Prerequisite: JS 378. (2 credits) Faculty
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3.00 Credits
Studies the work of improvisers and composers working in "free jazz" and theavant-garde styles of 1958 to the present through listening, transcription, analysis and composition. Prerequisite: JS 378. (2 credits) Faculty
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3.00 Credits
Study of direction, function, and purpose of melodic line. Identification of tensions in chord changes and construction of melodies involving these tensions. Examination of the use of upper structure triads in improvisation and sightsinging; transcription of solos from records. Prerequisite: JS 264 or by placement exam. (2 credits) Garzone
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2.00 Credits
Focuses on developing and expanding students' artistic sensibility through performance and discussion. Integrates advanced aural, theoretical, compositional and performance skills into individual aesthetics. Provides insights into concert preparation, career strategies, and development of repertoire. (2 credits) Faculty Graduate Curriculum Studio (JS 500) Cla ssroom Instruction
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