MUSC 5256 - Jazz Studies Administration and Pedagogy uri icon

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  • Surveys approaches, techniques, philosophies and materials available for teaching jazz at both pre-college and collegiate level. Subject areas covered include improvisation, composition and arranging, studio teaching and directing ensembles. Studies the organization and administration of collegiate jazz programs. Topic include curriculum, program philosophy, teaching techniques, funding, teacher training and evaluation. Recommended prerequisite: MUSC 3253. Offered fall terms of even-numbered years.