MUS163 — Jazz Theory and Improvisation I
Jazz Theory and Improvisation serves as an essential tool to music majors in the professional world. During this course, majors will learn the techniques of jazz soloing, extended harmony, and basic jazz composing techniques. Specifically, the study of blues scales and ii / V / I progressions are included within the curriculum. The student will synthesize basic jazz scales into effective jazz solos. Students must play an instrument.