MUSC 1036 - IMPROVISATIONAL STRATEGIES

Institution:

Western Wyoming Community College

Subject:

MUSIC

Description:

Introduction to improvisation in a variety of musical styles. Topics will include: Blues Scale uses; pentatonic scales superimposed over Major 7th, Minor 7th and Dominant 7th chords; modes derived from : Major, Harmonic Minor, and Melodic Minor; chord/scale relationships including: secondary dominants, Sub V7 and Modal Interchange chords; common diatonic melodic patterns, chromatic approach note patterns and standard harmonic patterns all of which will explored through tunes drawn from a variety of styles. Additionally, there will be required readings and listening assignments. These various components will lead to a semester project that will include: research, analysis and performance components. May be taken twice for credit.

Credits:

1.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.wwcc.wy.edu

Phone Number:

(307) 382-1600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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