MUS 101 - History of Jazz

Description:
History of artistic, cultural, and technological developments in jazz, focusing on important players and performances. Introduction to fundamental musical concepts and methods; emphasis on active listening, social justice, current issues. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring). AH-Aesthetic Experience.

Credits: (5)

General Education Category: AH-Aesthetic Experience. K3 - Creative Expression

General Education Pathways: P3 Perspectives on Current Issues, P4 Social Justice

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Identify and describe selected important historical developments, styles, and performers in jazz history.
Evaluate jazz performances in their historical, aesthetic, and cultural contexts.
Demonstrate knowledge of jazz from the perspectives of aesthetic development, nationalism, race, and gender.
Analyze jazz and related music examples using appropriate terminology, and communicate clearly and thoroughly the student’s descriptions of and reflections on jazz music.
Analyze the ways that technology and industry have influenced the social, cultural, and artistic development of jazz in the past and in contemporary society.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
12/7/17

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