Performance seminar. Analysis, preparation, and performance of jazz swing (up-temp) and lyrical (ballad) songs, and scatting. Readings of musical scores. Audition required.
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.