This course provides playing experience in the field of dance, jazz, and popular music, including at least two public performances a semester required. Improvisation skills, sight reading skills, ear training skills and performance practice skills will be emphasized. Student must audition. This course applies the beginning principles and skills for jazz performance within the jazz combo medium. Improvisation, music theory, stylistic interpretation and ensemble are applied to the appropriate level for the individual student.
Public performance is included as a course requirement.
Student must audition. A select vocal ensemble dedicated to the study and performance in jazz styles arranged for vocal jazz ensemble. Appearances at public and private functions will be made throughout the year. Subsequent enrollment in additional semesters will provide the student an opportunity for additional skill and competency development within the subject matter. Student must audition.