Maricopa Community Colleges  MUP163   19956-99999 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 05/23/95
MUP163 19956-99999 L+L 1 Credit(s) 3 Period(s)
Jazz Ensemble
Practical and performance experience in various jazz styles. Open to all students on the basis of auditions. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: None.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
MUP163   19956-99999 Jazz Ensemble
1. Perform a variety of jazz literature. (I)
2. Increase range on chosen instrument. (II)
3. Increase ability to sight read. (II)
4. Improve improvisational skills. (II)
5. Participate in concerts. (III)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
MUP163   19956-99999 Jazz Ensemble
    I. Jazz literature
        A. Early jazz
        B. Swing
        C. Cool
        D. Bop
        E. Hard bop
        F. Free jazz
        G. Modal jazz
        H. Rock-jazz
        I. Funk
      II. Technique
          A. Increasing range
          B. Developing embouchure
          C. Increasing sight reading ability
          D. Improving improvisational skills
        III. Concerts
            A. Local (school)
            B. Community
            C. Out of state (possible)
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