MUSIC 204

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Introduction to Jazz

Music College of Fine Arts and Communications

Course Description

Fostering an understanding and appreciation of jazz music within the context of American history and culture.

When Taught

Fall, Winter, Summer

Credit Hours

Min

Fixed/Max

Lecture Hours

Fixed

Lab Hours

Fixed

Other Prerequisites

Non-music major status

Note

For non-music majors. Also offered by BYU Independent Study; enroll anytime throughout year; one year to complete; additional tuition required; register at is.byu.edu.

Learning Outcomes

Title

Honors Intro to Jazz

Learning Outcome

Master a basic vocabulary for describing musical eventsBe able to reproduce a chronology of the most important events (including recordings) in the history of jazzBe able to recognize important styles, pieces, and soloists, by ear