Student Learning Outcomes

JCM Harmony & Analysis (Level One):

a. demonstrate an understanding of the common elements and organizational patterns of improvised music and its aural and verbal analysis.

b. demonstrate a functional understanding of musical forms, processes, and structures.

JCM Harmony & Analysis (Level Two):

a. demonstrate an understanding of the common elements and organizational patterns of improvised music and its aural and verbal analysis.

b. demonstrate a functional understanding of musical forms, processes, and structures.

JCM Harmony & Analysis (Level Three):

a. demonstrate an understanding of the common elements and organizational patterns of improvised music and its aural and verbal analysis.

b. demonstrate a functional understanding of musical forms, processes, and structures.

JCM Harmony & Analysis (Level Four):

a. demonstrate an understanding of the common elements and organizational patterns of improvised music and its aural and verbal analysis.

b. demonstrate a functional understanding of musical forms, processes, and structures.

JCM Ensemble Performance (Two Semesters):

a. demonstrate artistry and technical skills in an ensemble setting featuring jazz/commercial music.

b. demonstrate collaborative competency and knowledge of the ensemble’s repertoire.

Minor Requirements

A total of 18 credits minimum of course work within the Jazz curriculum, 11 of which are from the core requirements. The remaining 7 credits are selected through advisement.

Core Requirements

Total Credits: 18

Restrictions

*Students within the School of Management and outside of the School of Music are eligible for this minor.

*Music Education Majors may use the required Jazz Elective(s) as part of this minor.

*These classes will only apply to students outside of the School of Music.

**These classes will not count toward the Minor in Jazz Studies if a student is enrolled in the Bachelor of Music Industry.