MUSC 1090 - Jazz Improvisation

Credit Hours: 2.00
(2 contact hrs)
This course covers the principles and application of jazz theory, giving beginning improvisers the necessary musical theoretical tools they will need as a performing musician. Center Campus.

Prerequisites:
None

OUTCOMES AND OBJECTIVES
Outcome 1: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate personal expression in performing jazz.

Objectives:

Identify chord structures and function.
Apply melodic patterns and development to chord progressions.
Apply the principles of jazz theory in such a way as to render creative, spontaneous, musical statement through his instrument. (Improvise).
Read and prepare lead sheets for combo‐group performance.

COMMON DEGREE OUTCOMES
(Bulleted outcomes apply to the course)

1. The graduate can integrate the knowledge and technological skills necessary to be a successful learner.

2. The graduate can demonstrate how to think competently.

The graduate can demonstrate how to employ mathematical knowledge.

4. The graduate can demonstrate how to communicate competently.

The graduate is sensitive to issues relating to a diverse, global society.

COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE

Chord types
Jazz scales related to chord types
Common formula and cycle of fifths
Blues chord progressions and blues scales
Turn backs
Melodic development
Chord function in a tonal area and chord substitution
Harmonic schemes on standard tunes
Concept of ‘swing’ rhythmic interpretation
Analyze a recorded jazz solo
Ear development
Original project

Primary Faculty
Cook, Thomas
Secondary Faculty

Associate Dean
Ternullo, Annette

Official Course Syllabus - Macomb Community College, 14500 E 12 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48088