Jazz Combo 1

Catalog description

For instrumentalists who want experience in performing and interpreting small-group literature. Covers important aspects of small jazz band development and works of many styles and periods. Emphasis will be on improvisation, stylistic differences, arranging, and common performance practices of the various periods of jazz music. Number of times course may be taken for credit: 4. 54 hours laboratory. Transfer: CSU, UC; C-ID# MUS 180, MUS 185. Enrollment Limitation: Audition required.