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Course Criteria
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2.00 Credits
Improvisational styles, techniques, and devices are studied. Intervallic improvisation, and advanced pentatonic concepts are addressed, as well as study of the pioneers of jazz improvisation through recorded solos that mark turning points of improvisation. Topics include melody embellishment, improvising in phrases, silence, time-feel, pacing, syncopation, chord tone soloing, dynamics, non-harmonic triads, contracting and expanding chord duration, tri-tonic cells, sustaining peak points, and unaccompanied soloing. Formerly MU 625 Prerequisites & Notes Open to Masters in Jazz Studies only. Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs
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2.00 Credits
Improvisational styles, techniques, and devices are studied. Intervallic improvisation, and advanced pentatonic concepts are addressed, as well as study of the pioneers of jazz improvisation through recorded solos that mark turning points of improvisation. Topics include melody embellishment, improvising in phrases, silence, time-feel, pacing, syncopation, chord tone soloing, dynamics, non-harmonic triads, contracting and expanding chord duration, tri-tonic cells, sustaining peak points, and unaccompanied soloing. Formerly MU 626 Prerequisites & Notes Prerequisite: MUSC 631 Open to Masters in Jazz Studies only. Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs
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2.00 Credits
Other conditions for enrollment in this course: Students must be graduate degree or diploma candidates in music or pass a proficiency examination. Introduction to the elements of musical bibliography. Basic bibliographic materials are stressed, and a series of topics are investigated that are designed to further the student's ability to use the library at the graduate level. Topics include music encyclopedias and dictionaries, collected editions and editing, periodicals, general bibliography, histories of music, introduction to biographies, thematic catalogs, bibliographies of music theory and analysis, discographies, and iconography. Formerly MU 501A Prerequisites & Notes Open to majors in the School of Music only. Restricted to students enrolled in graduate programs. Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs
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5.00 Credits
Practical, hands-on study of writing about music, musicians, and the music industry for consumer, trade and academic periodicals; books, videos, DVDs and other multimedia projects. Students learn library and Internet research techniques, how to acquire and foster industry contacts, interview methodology, how to best utilize archival resources, the writing "marketplace" and the "business of writing," formulation of a marketable idea, magazine writing and editing, the periodical and book submission process, professional guidelines and insights for composing video/ DVD narration and voice-overs. Formerly MU 5Prerequisites & Notes Open to majors in the School of Music only. Restricted to students enrolled in graduate programs. Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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2.00 Credits
Hands-on exploration of music technology applicable to performer, composer, and arranger with focus on fluency with MIDI sequencing including MAX to create interactive live performance situations. Students work with modular digital multi-tracks and edit and create original sounds for synthesizers and samplers. Hard disk recording using Pro-Tools III and Digital Performer, SMPTE and synchronization in the studio, and composition and sound design for film, video, and theater are also explored. Training in notation software is an integral and essential aspect of the course: after the first month, assignments for all graduate courses require use of professional notation software. Formerly MU 615 Prerequisites & Notes Open to Masters in Jazz Studies only. Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs
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2.00 Credits
Hands-on exploration of music technology applicable to performer, composer, and arranger with focus on fluency with MIDI sequencing including MAX to create interactive live performance situations. Students work with modular digital multi-tracks and edit and create original sounds for synthesizers and samplers. Hard disk recording using Pro-Tools III and Digital Performer, SMPTE and synchronization in the studio, and composition and sound design for film, video, and theater are also explored. Training in notation software is an integral and essential aspect of the course: after the first month, assignments for all graduate courses require use of professional notation software. Formerly MU 616 Prerequisites & Notes Open to Masters in Jazz Studies only. Credits: 2 cr, 2 hrs
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1.00 Credits
Provides hands-on experience in a variety of professional settings - rehearsals, performances, meetings with producers, and in-studio projects such as recording, arranging, or project coordination. The program is developed by the graduate advisor and major teacher in conjunction with the student to select topics and experiences most relevant and beneficial to that particular student's education. Formerly MU 620Prerequisites & Notes Open to Masters in Jazz Studies only. Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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1.00 Credits
Provides hands-on experience in a variety of professional settings - rehearsals, performances, meetings with producers, and in-studio projects such as recording, arranging, or project coordination. The program is developed by the graduate advisor and major teacher in conjunction with the student to select topics and experiences most relevant and beneficial to that particular student's education. Formerly MU 621Prerequisites & Notes Open to Masters in Jazz Studies only. Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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1.00 Credits
This course is designed to prepare students to teach all aspects of a jazz curriculum including arranging, theory, history, improvisation and managing various ensembles, including rehearsal techniques and such. A review of teaching strategies, methods, and available materials is conducted. Basic Computer technologies for the creation of teaching materials are included. Each student rehearses with a UArts ensemble. Outreach activities with area public schools are developed. Formerly MU 516 Prerequisites & Notes Open to majors in the School of Music only. Restricted to students enrolled in graduate programs. Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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1.00 Credits
A graduate seminar in which various aspects of study, including musical development and accomplishment, are correlated with critical, aesthetic, and historical components. Additionally, artistic and professional issues are researched and discussed. Various approaches to the preparation of the graduate recital are explored and progress toward a successful performance is closely monitored. Topic selection, research, and writing of the graduate thesis are evaluated through weekly critiques. Formerly MU 627 Prerequisites & Notes Open to Masters in Jazz Studies only. Credits: 1 cr, 1 hr
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