Creative Music Improvisation 1 (MUSC 3117)
A course for advanced improvisers at an approved level of development. This course consists of in depth exploration of idiomatic repertoire and development of non-idiomatic language. Fundamental vocabularies and mental skills are exercised through solo and group performance.
Course code: MUSC 3117
Credits: 2.0
Tuition: $0
Length: 22.5 hours
Course outline:
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Prerequisites
MUSC 2217 Jazz Improvisation or audition No schedule is currently available. Please check again later.
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Schedule †
MUSC 3117 schedule for programs:
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Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # | Dates | Day/Time/Location | Instructor |
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72407 | September 3, 2024 to December 13, 2024 | See full schedule Delivery: In Person Location: VCC Broadway Building A | Houle, Francois |
Additional Information
- Introduction to musical parameters
- Review of instrumental techniques required for improvisation
- Scale/Chord relationships, alternative modes and harmonic concepts
- Overview of historical paradigm shifts in jazz history
- European and other non-American forms of improvisation
- New contemporary improvisational practices
- Conducting improvisation with sign/body language ("Conduction" or "Comprivisation")
- Graphic scores and other alternative notational strategies
- Psychology of improvised performance
- Performances and Recording
- Presentation of final project/ recording, final exam
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
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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Tuition and Fees are approximate and subject to change. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
† 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.