MUTH 365 - Jazz Improv II

2 hours
This course covers advanced techniques in jazz improvisation and is a continuation to Improv I. Topics include the same five areas of study as Improv I: learning various jazz improv concepts and techniques; listening to examples of these concepts; practicing the concepts; learn and do solo transcriptions; demonstrate knowledge and use of these concepts. Students exhibit the skills and techniques by playing solos which are either written or performed spur of the moment. Topics include more advanced scales and techniques such as Dominant altered scales, tritone substitutions, harmonic reharmonization in improv, use of alternate modes. Prerequisite(s): MUTH 265 and successful completion of MUAP 225. UG