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Academic Year 2004/2005


Arranging and Composing for Jazz Orchestra
MUSC 304 SP

An examination of techniques of arranging composing and orchestration for the jazz orchestra. The language of the jazz orchestra will be analyzed from all relevant perspectives.

MAJOR READINGS

Baker, David, ARRANGING AND COMPOSING
Garcia, Russell, THE PROFESSIONAL ARRANGER COMPOSER
Strum, Fred, CHANGES OVER TIME: THE EVOLUTION OF JAZZ ARRANGING
Wright, Rayburn, INSIDE THE SCORE

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Familiarity with notation and harmonic nomenclature is essential.

COURSE FORMAT: Seminar

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NONE    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: NONE Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-21-2005


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