MUSC 498: Jazz Combo

Course Description

Ensembles of various sizes designed to acquaint proficient instrumentalists with jazz compositions, arrangements, and improvisational procedures, and to promote a high degree of stylistic and technical competence in performance. Open to all students who have been accepted by audition, with assignments made according to proficiency and instrumentation. Completion of course involves, in addition to the regular schedule of rehearsals, participation in public performances by the ensemble. 1 undergraduate hour. 1 graduate hour. May be repeated in separate terms. Prerequisite: Audition required and/or consent of instructor.