Jazz

MUA 167/367/567 - Section 001 & 002 JAZZ COMBO

1 Credit Hour
Rehearsals: Section 001 - MW/12PM.
Section 002 - TR/12:30PM
Instructor: Prof. Christopher Kozak, Prof. Mark Lanter, Mr. Daniel Western(GTA)
Moody Music Building, Room 201
205-348-6333, 205-348-1473 (fax)
ckozak@music.ua.edu
Prerequisite: Audition Required.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

The Jazz Combo's are performance groups that explores the repertoire for the small group or"combo," with emphasis being placed on the portion of the jazz repertoire known as the "Jazz Standards." These groups are for any level of improviser. An audition is required for placement.

COURSE GOALS & OBJECTIVES:

To increase the student's skills in sight reading, improvising, theory, ensemble playing, stylistic concepts, etc. All combo assignments are made based on the students level of proficiency, specifically the ability to improvise.

PROCEDURES:

The following is expected of ALL members of the ensemble:

PENCILS

FORMAT:

Once combo assignments are made, the rehearsal schedule will be set. Each combo will rehearse one hour twice a week. All tunes will be memorized for rehearsal and performance. It is strongly recommended that soloists utilize the Improvisation Lab for additional work on their respective solos.

GRADING PROCEDURES & POLICIES:

Grading will be based on the student's preparation, musicality, attitude, attendance, and overall ability to work within the structure of the ensemble.

GRADING SYSTEM:

The student's final grade will be drawn from grades received for each component of the course:

Grades:

95%-100% = A

90%-94% = A-

86%-89% = B+

82%-85% = B

79%-81% = B-

75%-78% = C+

71%-74% = C

68%-70% = C-

64%-67% = D+

60%-63% = D

57%-59% = D-

0%-56% = F

ATTENDANCE POLICY:

Attendance of all classes and performances is expected. Two absences from class will result in lowering the final grade by one letter. Extended absences will result in dismissal from the ensemble. Any extenuating circumstances must be immediately discussed with Chris Kozak.

POLICIES:

The overall policy of the course is to be prepared for all rehearsals. The rehearsals are for ensemble work, not individualized practice. Always take your music with you for personal practice! REHEARSALS WILL ALWAYS START ON TIME.

I reserve the right to change personnel if the musicians are not meeting the expectations of the ensemble.

PERFORMANCES:

Jazz Standards Combo (an off-shoot of the Jazz Ensemble) performances are not listed below. A schedule can be found at the Jazz Standards Combo section.

November 15th	7:30 PM	UA Combo's Fall Concert	Moody Music Concert Hall
	Tech:	4-7PM
April 1st	7:30 PM	UA Combo's Spring Concert	Moody Music Concert Hall
	Tech:	2-7PM
Be advised that the Jazz Combo's will go on some run-outs and/or perform for Convocation during the academic year. I will notify you immediately as these are scheduled.

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