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A performance/theory course designed to help students acquire and develop basic language for improvisation through the practical application of information learned in 720 • 127-128 Jazz Fundamentals: chords, scales/modes, melody, rhythm, patterns, harmonic progression, and song forms. Incorporates the performance and examination of several vehicle types, including songs drawn from standard jazz repertoire. Special emphasis will be devoted to the performance and analysis of various improvised solos by master musicians. In addition, development of technical facility, listening/hearing skills, sound, and musical awareness will be addressed. Prerequisites: 570.127-128 Jazz Fundamentals and 570.570 Jazz History or placement by the instructor.