MUSJAZZ 2101 - Jazz Musicianship 2A

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2016

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Jazz theory, improvisation and arranging will all be delivered in this course through study of relevant texts, audio and video files, musical scores and transcribed solos. Theory and improvisation will be closely linked through practical application of technical exercises including scales and chords to the blues and standard jazz tunes and song form. Jazz arranging explores techniques of rhythmic, melodic, harmonic and textural elements for small and medium-size jazz ensembles. Practical application is made of the study of the rhythm section, mixed five-horn section, sketch score and score layout. Score reading, study of styles of contemporary arrangers and composers and the use of notation software are also included.

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Course Details

Course Code	MUSJAZZ 2101
Course	Jazz Musicianship 2A
Coordinating Unit	Elder Conservatorium of Music
Term	Semester 1
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	3 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Prerequisites	MUSSUPST 1001, MUSSUPST 1002
Incompatible	MUSJAZZ 2400A, MUSJAZZ 2500A
Assessment	Transcribed solo analysis 10%, Blues project 10%, Two-part counterpoint 10%, Major unison project 20%, Composition assignment 10%, Exam 40%

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Mr Dusty Cox

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes



2.1 COURSE Learning OUtcomes

1.
Develop practical skills on instrument/voice to execute jazz
language in various tunes list tunes as an extension from skills acquired in
Musicianship Fundamentals.

2.
Develop awareness and general knowledge of solo
construction.

3.    Develop a practical application of
tendencies and patterns in the jazz repertoire through investigative study of
advanced melodic and harmonic concepts..

4.    Develop
skills in creative jazz soloing and group interplay.

5.    Develop
skills in specific styles including bebop, swing, contemporary and modal tunes.

6.    Develop
critical problem solving through study of transcribed solos and critical
listening through audio and video files.

7.    Develop
awareness and practical skills in African-American rhythms and awareness of
rhythm section accompaniment

8.    Develop
knowledge and understanding of the concepts and the processes involved in
creating arrangements for small to medium-sized ensembles.
9.    Develop a thorough understanding of
orchestration for small to medium-sized ensembles
10. Create original jazz compositions
and arrangements for small to medium-sized ensembles

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Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

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