MUSC397

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MUSC397

Jazz Orchestra MUSC397 SP

Crosslistings: AFAM397

Section	Class Size	*Available	Times	POI	Prereq
1	12	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 05:00:21 EDT 1999 )

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. Interested students should audition at the first class; bring a Drop/Add slip. Permission of instructor required. This course may be repeated for credit.

MAJOR READINGS

Several books concerning the composers lives
and their musical work 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

ALL INTERESTED STUDENTS SHOULD ATTEND THE FIRST CLASS WITH A DROP/ADD SLIP. This course is only for those with commitment. Skill and experience are highly desirable but consistent practice and commitment is the biggest prerequisite.

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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