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MUS 354 - Jazz Improvisation II


Description:
Intermediate basic jazz improvisation techniques for upper-division wind, percussion, guitar, acoustic bass, and keyboard instruments. May be repeated for credit.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: MUS 246, MUS 255, and MUS 353.

Credits: (1)

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

  • Demonstrate chord/scale relationships on their instrument at an intermediate level.
  • Aurally recognize, read and write chord/scales at an intermediate level.
  • Aurally recognize, read and write chord progressions at an intermediate level.
  • Demonstrate guide tones in all 12 keys on their instrument at an intermediate level.
  • Transcribe rhythm, melody and harmony at an intermediate level.
  • Demonstrate transposition of melodies and compressions on their instrument at an intermediate level.
  • Demonstrate memorization of all assigned jazz standards at an intermediate level.
  • Demonstrate competent improvisation concepts over chord changes at an intermediate level.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
10/16/2008

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