Improvisation 1 (MUSC 2317)

Improvisation 1 is the first of a two-course sequence for students wishing to do more specialized work in idiomatic improvisation in jazz and other musical traditions.
Course code: MUSC 2317
Credits: 3.0
Length: 45.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=MUSC&number=2317

Prerequisites

MUSC 1403 and 1401 or permission of instructor.
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Additional Information

  • Elements of idiomatic jazz musical language; forms, harmony, melody, rhythm, phrasing, motivic improvisation.
  • Historical perspectives
  • Development of a personal improvisation language
  • Learning forms and songs
  • Practice concepts

1. Practical and/or written examinations that demonstrate ability at or above the final exam and learning outcomes of this course.
2. A successful interview with the Music Department Leader and one other regularized music faculty member

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.