James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2000

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MU2213:04

All That Jazz 2

Townsville

Prerequisites: MU2203

26 lectures. Second semester.

Staff: Dr S Campbell.

Builds on the general jazz history. The subject provides a focus on the elements of jazz and improvisation (form, texture and harmony) employed by numerous artists in varying jazz styles.

Learning Objectives:

  1. a deeper appreciation of the various styles of jazz;
  2. an understanding of the manner in which jazz has developed throughout the 20th century;
  3. a knowledge of the musical tools used by artists in different jazz styles;
  4. an enhanced knowledge of jazz forms, harmony and timbre.

Assessment by mid-semester aural examination (25%); end-of-semester aural examination (25%); essay (2,500 words) (50%).

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