The study and application of advanced techniques in jazz improvisation in a combo setting with emphasis on concert performance. This course may be re-elected for additional credit. Students study intermediate level compositions. Technical level of scales and exercises increases to include minor scales and major arpeggios. Ensemble playing is included.
Students study intermediate level compositions.
Technical study continues with minor scales, and major and minor arpeggios. Students will learn music printing techniques and use digital keyboards to enter and play back musical scores. Minimal facility in performance on an electric guitar or electric bass. An introduction to sight reading notation, interpretation of chord symbols, study of major and minor scales and their related modes, discussion of jazz concepts regarding tone quality, rhythmic feel and phrasing as applied to the electric guitar and electric bass. For guitar, chord voicings and their rhythmic interpretation.