Portland-State-University 2016-2017 Bulletin

Mus 425 Instrumental Jazz Arranging

In-depth study and application of the fundamentals of composing and arranging for small to large jazz ensembles. Subjects included are history, transposition, instruments, forms, harmonic and melodic construction, rhythm section, voicing, moving harmonization, score and part preparation, vocal arranging techniques, rehearsal techniques, and MIDI applications. Instructor approval required. This is the second course in a sequence of three: Mus 424, Mus 425, and Mus 426.

Credits

2
  • Up one level
  • 400