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Oct 23, 2026
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MUSC 1146 - Jazz Ensemble
Credits: 0-1
Catalog Description
This ensemble rehearses a variety of jazz literature for study and performance. Ensemble is open to all students. No audition is required. Students must read written standard musical notation for their instrument. Some instruments are available for student use. One to two performances each semester. Weekly scheduled rehearsals. Additional rehearsals may be required. Students may repeat this course to gain a maximum of 4 credits.
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) Goal Area(s) fulfilled: Goal 06C: The Humanities and Fine Arts
Additional fee to student: No
Learner Outcomes
- Perform appropriately within a group setting.
- Make interpretative judgments regarding musical style based on the theoretical, social and historical context of the piece.
- Show sensitivity to the music being created by others.
- Develop an awareness of various jazz styles.
- Develop an appreciation for quality jazz literature.
- Develop an awareness of the differences between group, combo, and solo performance.
- Develop an intelligent, standard, and correct musical vocabulary.
- Improvise solos using stylistically appropriate musical elements such as rhythm, melody, harmony and articulation.
Major Areas of Course Content
- Group and individual study of a diverse variety of jazz ensemble literature
- Concert performances of a variety of jazz
- Study of the historical/social context of the various selections
- Improvisation skills
Credit for Prior Learning Options
No credit for prior learning option is available for this course.
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