MUSIC 235 - American Pop Music/Jazz Theory I

Credit Hours: 2

An introduction to the study of melodic, harmonic, rhythmic, compositional and improvisational concepts found in American music from well-established forms including jazz, blues, musical theatre, rock, rhythm & blues, country, among other emerging subgenre, and their relationship to other world and western art musics. Emphasis is on developing a visual and aural understanding through analysis and listening examples. (Offered fall)
Prerequisite(s): MUSIC 133 and MUSIC 134 (Minimum grade of C is required).