MUSI 113 - Survey of Jazz

3 units
3 hours lecture
Recommended Preparation: ENGL 1 eligibility for ENGL 1A or qualification by appropriate assessment
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU, UC

This course focuses primarily on the historical evolution, techniques, sub-styles, and key performers of jazz, and traces its development from its roots in African and African-American folk music traditions to its current place as an important and inclusive force in global music. Important social and historical issues will be covered, including segregation, The Depression, The Great Migration, World War II, and The Civil Rights Movement. Students will learn core musical concepts, engage in directed listening activities, attend live concerts, and discuss the various theoretical, aesthetic, and philosophical ideas that inspire the creation of jazz music

(formerly Music 13)