Chabot College
November 1993
Replaced Fall 2006
Course Outline for Music 4
JAZZ STYLES
Catalog Description:
4 - Jazz Styles
3 units
History, trends, and influences of the phenomenon of jazz beginning with pre-Dixieland early 1900's
covering the various eras including Swing, Be-Bop and post Be-Bop to present day. 3 hours
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course, the student should:
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be able to communicate in technical aspects of the art;
value the music as a form of self-expression;
understand the importance of design and form in music;
have improved their listening ability and sensitivity to the various jazz styles.
Course Content:
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African heritage as it relates to European musical influences
Early New Orleans Dixieland
Chicago Dixieland
Swing Era
Be-Bop
Cool Jazz
Funky
Eclectic and Avant Garde
Contemporary jazz practices of European and Asian cultures as influenced by the U.S.
Methods of Presentation:
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Lecture, listening
Concerts
Discussion
Visiting artist performances
Video presentations
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Periodic examinations
Term papers
Class participation
Midterm and final exam
Textbook(s) (Typical):
A Study of Jazz, Paul Tanner, Wm. C. Brown
Special Student Materials:
None
OM:kh Mus4 Revised: 11/1/93