MUSI218

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History of Jazz

College/School

School of Liberal Arts

Course Description

A survey of the major movements in jazz from Dixieland through Bop, including the avant garde movement of the late '60s and early '70s. Focus on the major jazz artists: Louis Armstrong, Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, and John Coltrane. A consideration of the social and psychological implications of jazz. Lectures, recordings, readings, and performances when possible.

Grade Modes

Pass/Fail (P), Standard (S)

Course Attributes

Liberal Arts (LA)