MUSJAZZ 2102 - Jazz Musicianship 2B
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2023
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code MUSJAZZ 2102 Course Jazz Musicianship 2B Coordinating Unit Elder Conservatorium of Music Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites MUSSUPST 1001, MUSSUPST 1002, MUSJAZZ 2101 Incompatible MUSJAZZ 2400B, MUSJAZZ 2500B Assessment 3 x Voicing assignments 5% each, Major five horn project 25%, Harmonic analysis assignment 10%, Composition assignment 10%, Exam 40% Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Mr James Muller
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES 1. Develop practical skills on instrument/voice to execute jazz language in various tunes list tunes as an extension from skills acquired in Jazz Musicianship 2A. 2. Develop awareness and general knowledge of solo construction beyond standard song forms. 3. Develop a practical application of tendencies and patterns in the jazz repertoire through investigative study of advanced melodic and harmonic concepts beyond bebop and swing. 4. Develop skills in creative jazz soloing and group interplay in a modern context. 5. Develop skills in specific styles including bebop, swing, ballads, contemporary and odd time signatures. 6. Develop critical problem solving through study of transcribed solos and critical listening through audio and video files. 7. Develop awareness and practical skills in African-American rhythms and awareness of rhythm section accompaniment including linear drumming.University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1, 2, 3, 4, 7 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
2, 3, 4 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
7, 8, 9 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
8, 9, 10 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
7 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
The ‘required text’ for theoretical and improvisational aspects of this course is in part provided primarily by the Lecturer, delivered in class and through distribution of practical exercises in Sibelius files via email and MyUni. For the arranging component, ‘Jazz Arranging Techniques’ by Gary Lindsay (www.lindsayjazz.com)Recommended Resources
RECOMMENDED RESOURCES Campbell, Gary Expansions & Triad Pairs Baker, David How to Play Bebop I, II, III Bergonzi, Jerry Inside Improvisation Series (all volumes) Werner, Kenny Effortless Mastery ‘Modern Jazz Voicings’ by Ted Pease and Ken Pullig (Berklee Press) ‘Jazz Arranging & Composing - A Linear Approach’ by Bill Dobbins (Advance Music) Recordings of small to medium-sized ensembles led by arrangers such as: Gerry Mulligan, Marty Paitch, Art Blakey, Miles Davis, Bill Holman, Bob Brookmeyer, Oliver Nelson and others. General Reference Hearle, Dan Jazz Language Levine, Mark The Jazz Theory Book 1. CD recordings of 2nd Year Tunes List (provided by the Lecturer) 2. Real Books and Standard Tune fake books 3. CD and DVD recordings of various artists in bebop style Regular listening to performances of works being studied is required. Students can also listen to works through the library's Naxos subscription (see library catalogue, search using Naxos as the title and limit search to ‘electronic resources’. You will be prompted to enter your uni ID number and password to access the Naxos catalogue). There is a wealth of material available for listening (but not downloading). The link to the Naxos catalogue is as follows: http://proxy.library.adelaide.edu.au/login?url=http://uoa.naxosmusiclibrary.com/Online Learning
ONLINE LEARNING This Course Profile will be placed on MyUni together with assignments and other relevant Course information. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Lectures and workshops for theory, improvisation and arranging are teaching and learning modes as well as online access to some shared materials.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
In addition to the required contact hours, students are expected to study the materials presented and apply them to assignments, tunes list tunes and their playing and arranging in general. It is anticipated that students will need to spend 3-4 hours per week in reviewing lecture notes, preparing for tutorials, listening to repertoire, preparing assignments and undertaking suggested readings.Learning Activities Summary
Lecture Content for theory and improvisation: Lectures will be given to outline the following material: Soloing in various styles including swing, bebop, Latin, ballad, contemporary and modal styles at various tempi; harmonic and melodic awareness; knowledge of II V I’s; thematic development; solo line writing; developing listening skills; group interplay; inner hearing; internalizing standard jazz language; cadences; resolutions; tension & release; group awareness; solo structure; solo intensification; recovering from mistakes; constructing synchronized lines; cadenzas; playing ‘outside’ the changes; delivering a ballad melody and solo; modal soloing. Analysis of song forms and transcribed solos, Lecture Content for arranging: Analysis of an arrangement by means of a timeline, study of recordings and scores of contemporary arrangers and composers Chord charts, Calligraphy, Writing swing rhythms Score and Parts Layout Rhythm section arrangements Unisons and Octaves: blending Brass with Woodwinds Jazz Articulations Blending Brass and Reeds Melodic Embellishment Arrange a tune for five horns (blending in unisonsnd octaves) plus rhythm section Two and Three-part horn voicingPlease note: A working knowledge of Sibelius or Finale notation software is requiredSpecific Course Requirements
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
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- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
The exam will include (among other others) melodic and harmonic analysis, and will also include an aural component as well as a practical component demonstrating techniques discussed in class, this is 40% of the course mark. There are five assignments totalling 60% of the course mark including performing a tunes list tune discussed in class, writing a three part voicing in fourths, a four part harmonised melody, a five part harmonsied melody and a major assignment with five horns and rhythm section.Assessment Related Requirements
REQUIREMENTS In this course, penalties apply for any absences which are not formally approved, as outlined in the Conservatorium’s Student Participation and Attendance Leave Guidelines (see following). Leave Application forms are available from the Music Office and can be downloaded from the Music website – see http://music.adelaide.edu.au/study/current/leave.pdf.Assessment Detail
ASSESSMENT (Summative) Task Type Weighting Learning Outcomes Addressed
Perform Piece Formative 10% 1, 2, 3, 6
8-bar, 4-part harmony exercise Formative 10% 4, 5, 6
8-bar, 4-part plus Double Lead exercise Formative 10% 6
5-horn and rhythm section Major Project Formative 30% 3, 5, 6
Exam Summative 40% 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7Submission
Students must be available during the identified University examination periods. Students are not entitled to sit an examination at another time, nor are they entitled to any other concessions if an examination conflicts with a planned vacation or special event.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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