LACC Jazz Improvisation Music 251-1 Syllabus Fall 2013
LACC Jazz Improvisation Music 251-1 Syllabus Fall 2013
LACC Jazz Improvisation Music 251-1 Syllabus Fall 2013
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<strong>LACC</strong> <strong>Jazz</strong> <strong>Improvisation</strong> <strong>Music</strong> <strong>251</strong>-1 <strong>Syllabus</strong> <strong>Fall</strong> <strong>2013</strong><br />
Barbara Laronga, Instructor<br />
Contact: larongb@lacitycollege.edu<br />
Class Time: Mon. & Weds., 3:30-4:55pm<br />
Room: DH309<br />
Office Hours: Weds. 3:00-3:30 DH207<br />
Class Objectives: (SLO)<br />
Prerequisite: <strong>Music</strong> 101<br />
Students perform assigned scales and patterns, and improvise over assigned chord<br />
progressions, and standard <strong>Jazz</strong> repertoire applicable to specific scales and chords.<br />
Level 1 –<br />
Basic <strong>Jazz</strong> Rhythms, Ear Training and Articulations<br />
Major Bebop Scales<br />
Dominant Bebop Scales<br />
Blues Scale<br />
12 Bar Blues Chord Progression<br />
Chord Comprehension to 7ths<br />
Cycle 5 Patterns in Major, Minor and ii-V7<br />
Standard Swing, Bebop and Blues Styles<br />
Requirements:<br />
Prerequisite: <strong>Music</strong> 101<br />
Must have the ability to perform at an intermediate level on their instrument. Audition may<br />
be required if Instructor notices deficiency in the first few classes.<br />
Textbook: The Real Book, in your instrument’s key, unless you want to transpose<br />
Grading:<br />
Midterm 30%<br />
Final 30%<br />
Attendance 15%<br />
Assignments 20%<br />
A = 90 – 100% B = 80 – 89% C = 70 – 79% D = 60 – 69%
Attendance<br />
You may be dropped from the class if you have 2 or more absences. Tardiness is<br />
unacceptable and will be graded as follows: 2 tardies = 1 absence. If you stop attending class<br />
but do not drop the class, you may receive a failing grade.<br />
Important! Drop Date Information<br />
The deadline to drop without a “W” is the last day of Week 2 (of the semester), which is<br />
Sunday, September 8 th for <strong>Fall</strong> <strong>2013</strong>. Dropping after Week 2 will result in a “W” on your<br />
transcript. Effective since July 1, 2012 students now have just 3 attempts to pass a class. If<br />
a student gets a "W" or grade of "D", "F", “I”, or "NP" in a class, that will count as an attempt.<br />
A student’s past record of course attempts district wide will also be considered. If you think<br />
you will not be able to complete this course with a C or better, drop by Sunday,<br />
September 8th. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to talk to me. You may<br />
also see a counselor in the Counseling Center in AD 108.<br />
Students with Disabilities<br />
Students with a verified disability who may need authorized accommodation(s) for this<br />
class are encouraged to notify the instructor and the Office of Special Services (SSV 100,<br />
323-953-4000, ext. 2270) at the beginning of the semester. All information will remain<br />
confidential.<br />
Cell Phone Policy<br />
Cell phones are to be turned completely off during rehearsals and performances. Leaving<br />
the rehearsal to answer phone is only acceptable if pre-arranged with the director and only<br />
in the case of an emergency. If you violate this policy, you will be dismissed from class and<br />
receive an absence for the day.<br />
Environment of Learning<br />
Any student who creates any kind of disturbance during class will be removed and further<br />
disciplinary action may be taken.<br />
If you need help paying for books and other college expenses,<br />
call the Financial Aid Office at<br />
(323) 953-4000 extension 2010,<br />
or see them at Student Services Village room 117<br />
http://www.lacitycollege.edu/stusvcs/finaid/
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