MUS 131 - Jazz Ensemble I

Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 2
This course is designed for musicians and requires prior knowledge and ability to read music. Students rehearse and perform jazz ensemble music. The course is open to students playing saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, guitar, bass, drums, or percussion. There is one on-campus concert, and additional performances may be required. Students are expected to supply their own instruments in working condition. Concurrent enrollment in MUS 135 - Jazz History and/or MUS 138 - Jazz Improvisation and/or private lessons (MUS 141/MUS 142/MUS 241/MUS 242/MUS 161/MUS 162/MUS 261/MUS 262, or MUS 210/MUS 211) is highly recommended.