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MUSC396

Jazz Orchestra
MUSC396 FA

Crosslistings: AFAM396
SectionClass Size*AvailableTimesPOIPrereq
1 15 0 Times: .T.T... 1:10PM-2:30PM;YesNo

*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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