MUS 316 - Jazz Theory and Composition

Units: 3
Study of jazz harmonic theory and composition for small jazz ensembles. Topics include the analysis of standard jazz repertoire and compositions by jazz composers, jazz applications of tonal harmony, reharmonization techniques and chord substitution, and idiomatic song forms.

Prerequisites: MUS 112.
Equivalent Quarter Course: MUS 3040.
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
Grading: A-F grading only.