MUSI2003 Jazz Techniques
The course will build upon the skills learnt in the prerequisite course, MUSI 2024: Jazz Theory. Students will aplly these skills practically, and widen their use to help gain a fuller understanding of the genre and other styles (e.g. blues, r&b, latin, rock) involved in contemporary commercial music.
Co-ordinator: Dr Andy Fisher
Module Details
Title: Jazz Techniques
Code: MUSI2003
Year: 2
Semester: 2
CATS points: 15 ECTS points: 7.5
Level: Undergraduate
.
Students will be required to participate practically on instruments or voice during the workshops and assessments.
Study time allocation
Contact hours: 2
Private study hours: 10
Total study time:
12
hours
Teaching and learning methods
One two-hour lecture per week including workshops and tutorials.
Assessment methods
Three improvisation assignments (10%, 15% and 15%)
One arranging assignment (30%)
Three transcription exercises (10% each)