Composition Class I

Semester 1: Exercises in free composition concentrating in small forms. Individual lessons or small group instruction (no more than 3). Semester 2: Continuation of basic compositional materials with emphasis on larger forms. Prerequisites: MUSIC 312 or equivalent, or consent of instructor. May be repeated for credit.

Composition Class I

Semester 1: Exercises in free composition concentrating in small forms. Individual lessons or small group instruction (no more than 3). Semester 2: Continuation of basic compositional materials with emphasis on larger forms. Prerequisites: MUSIC 312 or equivalent, or consent of instructor. May be repeated for credit.

Jazz Arr & Comp I

Structural analysis of the components used in big band arranging and composition (ranges, styles, woodwinds, brass, rhythm section, etc.). Much in-process writing. Strong theoretical background knowledge of transpositions, and familiarity with the jazz idiom recommended. Some piano skills valuable. Prerequisite: MUSIC 334 or consent of instructor.
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