course descriptions
 

           
     

Course Details

MUS 253  Big Band
   
Lecture: 00 Lab: 02
Clinical:  00 Credit: 01
   
Components:  None
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites:   None
   
This course includes the Big Band instrumentation of five saxes, four trumpets, four trombones, and four-piece rhythm section (bass, piano, drums, and guitar). Emphasis is placed on learning the repertoire specifically written for Big Band instrumentation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills needed to participate in performance of Big Band music.
This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.