Jazz and Class Guitar Methods

Catalog description

This course is an introduction to jazz pedagogy and class guitar methods. Jazz pedagogy includes performance practices of various styles (e.g., swing, Latin, rock), basic concepts for teaching and performing jazz improvisation, jazz band and combo rehearsal techniques, literature selection/programming, rhythm section concepts, and administration. Class guitar explores teaching practices for the non-guitarist. Guitar concepts include various performance styles (rock, jazz/blues, folk & classical), tabulature reading, improvisation, guitar ensemble literature, rehearsal techniques, and administration.