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MUSC396
Jazz Orchestra
MUSC396 FA
Crosslistings: AFAM396
| Section | Class Size | *Available | Times | POI | Prereq |
|---|
| 1 | 15 | 0 | Times: .T.T... 1:10PM-2:30PM; | Yes | No |
*The number of spaces listed as available is based on class seats open for
the Blue Add phase of registration. Some seats may be taken in previous
phases while others may be held out for subsequent phases of registration.
(Last Updated on Tue Aug 10 05:00:30 EDT 1999
)
This course is an intensive study of large-ensemble
repetoire composed by Duke Ellington, Charles Mingus, Thad
Jones, Fletcher Henderson and others. A year-long
commitment to rehearsal of the compositions as well as
listening and reading assignments will culminate in a
second-semester public concert. Permission of instructor
required. Interested students should audition at the first
class, bringing a Drop/Add slip. This course may be repeated
for credit.
MAJOR READINGS
Several books concerning the composers lives
and their musical works as well as materials concerning the
overall idiom.
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Intensive practice and
rehearsal of the compositions as well as class presentations
of the readings.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
This course is only
for those with commitment. Skill and experience are highly
desirable but consistant practice and commitment is the
biggest prerequisite. ALL INTERESTED STUDENTS SHOULD GO
TO THE FIRST CLASS WITH A DROP/ADD SLIP.
COURSE FORMAT: Performance Studio
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: UG Credit: 1.00
Gen Ed Area & Dept: HA MUSC
Prerequisites:
None
- Section 01
- Hoggard, J
- Times: .T.T... 1:10PM- 2:30PM;
- Grading Mode: A/F
- Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 1, Jr: 1, So: 1, Fr: 1
- Major Preference Given
- Permission of Instructor Required.
Last Updated on MAR-22-1999
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