MUSC 1531 Jazz Ensemble

1 credit
Expands students’ musical repertoire through practical, real-world experience in the field of jazz and popular music. Emphasis on the commercial aspects of jazz performance, including improvisation, combo work and basic arranging/adaptation skills necessary in the secondary-school classroom or on the professional stage. Open to all students upon an informal audition or recommendation of the instrumental director. Prerequisite: Qualifying audition. Note: Students who receive financial aid from any source including federal or state aid or veterans’ or military benefits may be personally responsible for the tuition/fees for this course when repeating it for credit. Contact the Office of Financial Aid or the Veteran’s Services Representative in the Office of Academic Records for more information prior to registration.