MUSA 181 Jazz Theory

Previously MUSC 158. Jazz Theory is required of all students seeking a Certificate in Music Performance-Jazz and suggested for those students interested in Jazz Theory. It continues the integrated approach to musical structure that combines written work, ear training, keyboard skills, and sight singing that was established in Music Theory I and II. Selected topics include the study of typical jazz chord structures, Major, melodic minor, diminished, and whole tone harmonic structure, slash chords, harmonic and melodic analysis, blues forms, and re-harmonization.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

MUSA 124 and MUSA 125, or MUSC 111A and MUSC 111P

Hours Weekly

4