MU 3110Jazz Theory

Catalog

Cat. I This course examines harmonic and melodic relationships as applied to jazz and popular music composition. Students are introduced to a wide range of jazz improvisational performance practices. Topics include compositional forms, harmonic structures, major and minor keys, blues, modal jazz, and re-harmonization techniques. Students are expected to have a basic knowledge of reading music. Credit is not allowed for MU 4624 or MU 2730 and MU 3730.]