Jazz History 1 - JAZZ1021

Jazz History 1 provides the student with a practical understanding of the roots of jazz and the music developed, played and composed from the late 1800s - early 1930s and the historical context in which it was created. The classes will be structured around the use of sound recordings and by practical application. Students will be expected to be able to recognise, write about and discuss the major musical contributors of this period and their music, the cultural and socio-economic influences upon and of this music. Aural examinations will be of the 'Blindfold Test' variety. Students will transcribe notable performances from recordings and will direct ensemble performances of these. A recommended listening list, reading list and audio examples will be provided.

Classes
2hr lecture per week

Assessment
In-class Presentation (30%); Transcription/Performance (30%); Listening Exam (40%)

Additional information
Jazz degree students need to seek departmental permission in order to enrol.