January 24 - May 09, 2022
Jazz Theory II; for credit
Continuing Education • 290 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02115 Organized by New England Conservatory of Music Preparatory School and School of Continuing Education
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About this event
Description
A continuation and expansion of the analytic principles and jazz vocabulary introduced in Jazz Theory I. Class topics include modern harmonic movement, modal hierarchies, chord substitutions, alternate modes, compound chords, chromatism, and improvisational pacing of theoretical concepts. The class will use recordings of well-known jazz pieces to demonstrate theory concepts. Students will spend much time analyzing compositions and improvisations by jazz masters, and composing.
Prerequisite: Jazz Theory I
If you have any questions regarding the Jazz Theory II class please contact the NEC Continuing Education office at (617)585-1701.
Course Sub-Category
Jazz
Location
TBD
Instructor
James Stewardson
Age and Gender
Ages 18-255 · Co-Ed