Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies - Arranging/Composition

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Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies - Arranging/Composition

  • Objectives The Bachelor of Music (Jazz Studies) provides a broad-based academic background, while developing comprehensive abilities in music, with jazz as the main focus. In keeping with the eclectic nature of jazz, students are exposed to music from diverse cultural sources, historical periods and media. Because jazz is an applied art form, the achievement of specific high standards in vocal and/or instrumental performance, improvisation, composition, and arranging are fundamental goals of the program curriculum, and demonstration of ability in these areas is required of all graduates. Teaching music within the public school system will be a goal for some graduates; to this end, the Jazz Studies program includes all the necessary prerequisites for acceptance into the fifth year Teacher Education Program at the University of British Columbia. While most Jazz Studies graduates who do not enter the public school system as teachers embark upon creative and varied careers as self-employed professionals, the Bachelor of Music (Jazz Studies) also qualifies its graduates who wish to teach at the college or university level for some post-graduate degrees. Since 1995, some graduates from the Jazz Studies program have been admitted into Master's programs at Canadian and American universities in the areas of composition, education, conducting and performance.
  • Academic title Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies - Arranging/Composition
  • Course description Diploma Pre-requisite    Course Credits
    Required:    62.50
    • JAZZ    Jazz Studies Diploma or equivalent transfer    62.50
    Credits    62.50

    Third Year, Fall Term    Course Credits
    Required:    8.00
    • JAZZ 271    Music History I    3.00
    • JAZZ 300    20th Century Theory    3.00
    • PMI 544    Composition    2.00
    Choose 3.00 credits of electives:    3.00
    • University Transferable Elective - excluding Jazz and Music    3.00
    Choose 1.00 credits from the following list:    1.00
    • ENSJ 105    Jazz Choir    1.00
    • ENSJ 135    Jazz Ensemble I    1.00
    • ENSJ 136    Instrumental Ensemble I    1.00
    • ENSJ 140    Percussion Ensemble I    1.00
    • ENSJ 205    Jazz Choir    1.00
    • ENSJ 220    Guitar/Bass Ensemble III    1.00
    • ENSJ 235    Jazz Ensemble III    1.00
    • ENSJ 236    Instrumental Ensemble III    1.00
    • ENSJ 240    Percussion Ensemble III    1.00
    • ENSJ 305    Jazz Choir    1.00
    • ENSJ 306    Jazz Vocal Ensemble I (by audition only)    1.00
    • ENSJ 320    Guitar/Bass Ensemble V    1.00
    • ENSJ 335    Jazz Ensemble V    1.00
    • ENSJ 336    Instrumental Ensemble V    1.00
    • ENSJ 340    Percussion Ensemble V    1.00
    • ENSJ 405    Jazz Choir    1.00
    • ENSJ 406    Jazz Vocal Ensemble III    1.00
    • ENSJ 435    Jazz Ensemble VII    1.00
    • ENSJ 436    Instrumental Ensemble VII    1.00
    • ENSJ 440    Percussion Ensemble VII    1.00
    • ENSM 100    Choir Ensemble I    2.00
    • ENSM 110    Instrumental Ensemble I    2.00
    • ENSM 200    Choir Ensemble III    2.00
    • ENSM 210    Instrumental Ensemble III    2.00
    Choose 3.00 credits from the following list:    3.00
    • ENSJ    Any Large Ensemble    1.00
    • JAZZ 382    Improvisation III    1.50
    • JAZZ 394    Small Ensemble V    1.50
    • JAZZ 494    Small Ensemble VII    1.50
    • MUS 210    Class Woodwinds I    1.50
    • MUS 218    Class Brass    1.50
    • MUS 219    Class Percussion    1.50
    • PMI    Private Music Instruction - Secondary    1.00
    Choose 1.00 credits from the following list:    1.00
    • PMI 576    Jazz Guitar    1.00
    • PMI 577    Jazz Bass    1.00
    • PMI 578    Jazz Piano    1.00
    • PMI 579    Jazz Voice    1.00
    • PMI 580    Jazz Flute    1.00
    • PMI 584    Jazz Saxophone    1.00
    • PMI 585    Jazz Trumpet    1.00
    • PMI 586    Jazz Trombone    1.00
    • PMI 588    Jazz Bowed Strings    1.00
    • PMI 590    Jazz Percussion    1.00
    Credits    16.00

    Third Year, Spring Term    Course Credits

    Required:    6.50
    • JAZZ 273    Music History II    3.00
    • JAZZ 372    Arranging III    1.50
    • PMI 644    Composition    2.00
    Choose 3.00 credits of electives:    3.00
    • University Transferable Elective - excluding Jazz and Music    3.00
    Choose 1.50 credits from the following list:    1.50
    • ENSJ    Any Large Ensemble    1.00
    • JAZZ 383    Improvisation IV    1.50
    • JAZZ 395    Small Ensemble VI    1.50
    • JAZZ 495    Small Ensemble VIII    1.50
    • MUS 210    Class Woodwinds I    1.50
    • MUS 218    Class Brass    1.50
    • MUS 219    Class Percussion    1.50
    • PMI    Private Music Instruction - Secondary    1.00
    Choose 1.00 credits from the following list:    1.00
    • ENSJ 155    Jazz Choir    1.00
    • ENSJ 185    Jazz Ensemble II    1.00
    • ENSJ 186    Instrumental Ensemble II    1.00
    • ENSJ 190    Percussion Ensemble II    1.00
    • ENSJ 255    Jazz Choir    1.00
    • ENSJ 270    Guitar/Bass Ensemble IV    1.00
    • ENSJ 285    Jazz Ensemble IV    1.00
    • ENSJ 286    Instrumental Ensemble IV    1.00
    • ENSJ 290    Percussion Ensemble IV    1.00
    • ENSJ 355    Jazz Choir    1.00
    • ENSJ 356    Jazz Vocal Ensemble II    1.00
    • ENSJ 370    Guitar/Bass Ensemble VI    1.00
    • ENSJ 385    Jazz Ensemble VI    1.00
    • ENSJ 386    Instrumental Ensemble VI    1.00
    • ENSJ 390    Percussion Ensemble VI    1.00
    • ENSJ 455    Jazz Choir    1.00
    • ENSJ 456    Jazz Vocal Ensemble IV    1.00
    • ENSJ 485    Jazz Ensemble VIII    1.00
    • ENSJ 486    Instrumental Ensemble VIII    1.00
    • ENSJ 490    Percussion Ensemble VIII    1.00
    • ENSM 150    Choir Ensemble II    2.00
    • ENSM 160    Instrumental Ensemble II    2.00
    • ENSM 250    Choir Ensemble IV    2.00
    • ENSM 260    Instrumental Ensemble IV    2.00
    Choose 1.00 credits from the following list:    1.00
    • PMI 676    Jazz Guitar    1.00
    • PMI 677    Jazz Bass    1.00
    • PMI 678    Jazz Piano    1.00
    • PMI 679    Jazz Voice    1.00
    • PMI 680    Jazz Flute    1.00
    • PMI 684    Jazz Saxophone    1.00
    • PMI 685    Jazz Trumpet    1.00
    • PMI 686    Jazz Trombone Secondary    1.00
    • PMI 688    Jazz Bowed Strings    1.00
    • PMI 690    Jazz Percussion    1.00
    Credits    13.00

    Fourth Year, Fall Term    Course Credits
    Required:    8.00

    • JAZZ 370    Jazz Styles    1.50
    • JAZZ 410    Conducting I    1.50
    • JAZZ 460    Commercial Relations in Music    1.50
    • JAZZ 472    Jazz Arranging IV    1.50
    • PMI 744    Composition    2.00
    Choose 3.00 credits of electives:    3.00
    • University Transferable Elective - excluding Jazz and Music    3.00
    Choose 3.00 credits from the following list:    3.00
    • ENSJ    Any Large Ensemble    1.00
    • JAZZ 382    Improvisation III    1.50
    • JAZZ 394    Small Ensemble V    1.50
    • JAZZ 494    Small Ensemble VII    1.50
    • MUS 210    Class Woodwinds I    1.50
    • MUS 218    Class Brass    1.50
    • MUS 219    Class Percussion    1.50
    • PMI    Private Music Instruction - Secondary    1.00
    Choose 1.00 credits from the following list:    1.00
    • ENSJ    See third year, fall term for list of available Ensembles    1.00
    Choose 1.00 credits from the following list:    1.00
    • PMI 776    Jazz Guitar Secondary    1.00
    • PMI 777    Jazz Bass Secondary    1.00
    • PMI 778    Jazz Piano Secondary    1.00
    • PMI 779    Jazz Voice    1.00
    • PMI 780    Jazz Flute Secondary    1.00
    • PMI 785    Jazz Trumpet Secondary    1.00
    • PMI 786    Jazz Trombone Secondary    1.00
    • PMI 790    Jazz Percussion Secondary    1.00
    Credits    16.00

    Fourth Year, Spring Term    Course Credits
    Required:    7.50
    • JAZZ 310    Jazz Pedagogy    1.50
    • JAZZ 411    Conducting II    1.50
    • JAZZ 470    World Music    1.50
    • PPMI 844    Private Music Instruction - Performance    3.00
    Choose 3.00 credits of electives:    3.00
    • University Transferable Elective - excluding Jazz and Music    3.00
    Choose 1.00 credits from the following list:    1.00
    • ENSJ    See third year, spring term for list of available Ensembles    1.00
    Choose 3.00 credits from the following list:    3.00
    • ENSJ    Any Large Ensemble    1.00
    • JAZZ 383    Improvisation IV    1.50
    • JAZZ 395    Small Ensemble VI    1.50
    • JAZZ 495    Small Ensemble VIII    1.50
    • MUS 211    Class Woodwinds II    1.50
    • MUS 218    Class Brass    1.50
    • MUS 219    Class Percussion    1.50
    • PMI    Private Music Instruction - Secondary    1.00
    Choose 1.00 credits from the following list:    1.00
    • PMI 876    Jazz Guitar Secondary    1.00
    • PMI 877    Jazz Piano Secondary    1.00
    • PMI 878    Jazz Piano Secondary    1.00
    • PMI 879    Jazz Voice Secondary    1.00
    • PMI 880    Jazz Flute Secondary    1.00
    • PMI 884    Jazz Saxophone Secondary    1.00
    • PMI 885    Jazz Trumpet Secondary    1.00
    • PMI 886    Jazz Trombone Secondary    1.00
    • PMI 888    Jazz Bowed Strings    1.00
    • PMI 890    Jazz Percussion Secondary    1.00
    Credits    15.50
    Total Program Credits    123.00


    JAZZ 103    The Language of Music
    3.00 credits    (4,1,0) hrs    15 wks
    Corequisite: JAZZ 114 and 184
    An examination of the basics of tonal music including the study of the overtone series, intervals, scales, modes, chord symbols, figured bass, roman numeral analysis, melodic inharmonics, phrase structure, diatonic triads and voice leading.

    JAZZ 105    Rhythm Section Writing
    1.50 credits    (2,1,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 103
    Students will undertake the study of score preparation, notation, basic musical terms and articulations, and writing for the rhythm section instruments.

    JAZZ 106    Traditional Harmony and Composition
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 103
    Corequisite: JAZZ 107
    A study of traditional principles of voice leading with harmonic vocabulary extending to the secondary dominant and including tonicization, simple modulation and pivot chords. Binary and ternary forms will be introduced.

    JAZZ 107    Jazz Theory and Composition I
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 103
    Corequisite: JAZZ 106
    An introduction to jazz theory including: chord scales, extended chords, functional analysis of chord progression, primary and secondary root motion, and analysis and composition of music in the style of jazz standards and the blues.

    JAZZ 114    Class Piano I
    1.00 credit    (2,2,0) hrs    15 wks
    Corequisite: JAZZ 103
    This course is designed for students who wish to learn basic keyboard skills. Reading, improvisation, transposition and harmonization are the skills developed during this course and the three subsequent levels. Theoretical concepts are applied at the keyboard and include diatonic triads and sevenths of the major key, all major, minor and modal tetrachords. A weekly lab evaluates material covered in class. Students practise on the department's pianos.

    JAZZ 115    Class Piano II
    1.00 credit    (2,2,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 114
    Corequisite: JAZZ 106 and 107
    A continuation of JAZZ 114. In addition, keyboard sequences, arpeggios and major scales are introduced along with easy original repertoire.

    JAZZ 136    Vocal Jazz Master Class I
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    An introductory course intended to develop the student's solo vocal performance capabilities through exploration of various popular and jazz musical styles. Material is prepared for performance with a keyboard accompanist.
    Note: Successful completion does not guarantee acceptance into higher level vocal courses.

    JAZZ 137    Vocal Jazz Master Class II
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 136
    A continuation of JAZZ 136.

    JAZZ 170    History of Jazz
    3.00 credits    (4,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    A survey of jazz through styles and stylists from its roots in Africa to the present.

    JAZZ 172    Arranging I
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 103; JAZZ 105 and 107 are prerequisites or co-requisites
    A study of four-part block harmonization arranging techniques.

    JAZZ 184    Sight Singing/Ear Training I
    1.50 credits    (2,2,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 103 is a prerequisite or co-requisite
    Aural and sight training concentrating on melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation and sight singing.

    JAZZ 185    Sight Singing/Ear Training II
    1.50 credits    (2,2,0) hrs    15 wks
    Corequisite: JAZZ 106 and 107
    A continuation of JAZZ 184.

    JAZZ 194    Small Ensemble I
    1.50 credits    (0,3,0) hrs    15 wks
    For all instruments, requirements include several hours of rehearsal a week plus a number of performances. The styles studied are varied. Students are expected to develop individual and ensemble performance abilities and a professional attitude to both performance and rehearsal.

    JAZZ 195    Small Ensemble II
    1.50 credits    (0,3,0) hrs    15 wks
    A continuation of JAZZ 194.

    JAZZ 203    Jazz Theory and Composition II
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 106 and 107
    Continued exploration of chord progression and melody including: analysis of popular chord progression, mixed mode chord progression, augmented 6th chords, tonicization, chord scales/harmonic extensions.
    Note: Prerequisites may be waived by permission of instructor.

    JAZZ 204    Jazz Theory and Composition III
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 203
    Continued exploration of chord progression and melody including an analysis of modern jazz chord progression, parallel harmony, 70's jazz theory of modal areas, modern voicing techniques, reharmonization.

    JAZZ 214    Class Piano III
    1.00 credit    (2,2,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 115
    For students who have taken JAZZ 115 or have had previous keyboard experience. Students are introduced to common idiomatic accompaniment patterns as well as four-part chorale studies, keyboard sequences, minor scales and chords. Basic keyboard techniques are emphasized including relaxation, touch, rotation, weight transfer and their musical application in simple repertoire. The lab hour is utilized to develop sight reading skills at the keyboard. Emphasis will be on developing the skills necessary to use the piano as a tool in writing and arranging.

    JAZZ 215    Class Piano IV
    1.00 credit    (2,2,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 214
    A continuation of JAZZ 214 with increased complexity of repertoire and technique.

    JAZZ 236    Vocal Improvisation I
    1.50 credits    (1,1,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 137
    This course is designed to develop the student's scat singing ability through the study and application of chord-scales theory.

    JAZZ 237    Vocal Improvisation II
    1.50 credits    (1,1,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 236
    A continuation of JAZZ 236.

    JAZZ 238    Vocal Jazz Master Class III
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 137
    This course is intended to develop the live performance abilities of the student through the study of jazz repertoire. Students will study style and interpretation and perform with some of Vancouver's top jazz musicians.

    JAZZ 239    Vocal Jazz Master Class IV
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 238
    A continuation of JAZZ 238.

    JAZZ 240    Form and Analysis
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 106 or MUS 101
    A study of complete works exhibiting the most significant formal designs of the 18th and 19th centuries, using a variety of visual means to clarify the roles of harmonic, melodic, and rhythmic structure in the articulation of musical form.

    JAZZ 241    Counterpoint
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 106 or MUS101, JAZZ 240 and JAZZ 203
    A study of 18th century tonal counterpoint and its connections with tonal music in general. Analysis and composition based upon two-part works of J.S. Bach.

    JAZZ 271    Music History I
    3.00 credits    (4,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 106, 170, ENGL 100 or 102 plus one of ENGL 103, 104, 105 or 106
    A chronological exploration of the repertoire, style, and social history of music to 1770 for undergraduate students in the Jazz Studies program. Repertoire will be contextualized both within the framework of European cultural history and in the broader context of world music.

    JAZZ 272    Arranging II
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 172 and 105 and 203 is a prerequisite or a co-requisite
    Arranging projects for various combinations of instruments, plus a study of two and three-part writing.

    JAZZ 273    Music History II
    3.00 credits    (4,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 271
    A continuation of Music History I covering the classical period through the 20th century. As in Music History I, repertoire will be contextualized both within the framework of European cultural history and in the broader context of world music.

    JAZZ 282    Improvisation I
    1.50 credits    (2,2,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 107, 115 and 185
    A course to teach the basics of improvisation on chord changes. The first term will be devoted to rhythmic concepts, basic chord-scale relationships and development of technical exercises for basic chord progressions.

    JAZZ 283    Improvisation II
    1.50 credits    (2,2,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 282
    A continuation of JAZZ 282. This term will be devoted to analysis of chord progressions and more advanced chord-scale analysis. At the end of this term, students should have the basic theoretical knowledge necessary to analyze and learn to improvise on any standard jazz tune.

    JAZZ 284    Sight Singing/Ear Training III
    1.50 credits    (2,2,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 185 and 203 as a prerequisite or co-requisite
    A continuation of JAZZ 185.

    JAZZ 285    Sight Singing/Ear Training IV
    1.50 credits    (2,2,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 284 and 204 as a prerequisite or co-requisite
    A continuation of JAZZ 284.

    JAZZ 294    Small Ensemble III
    1.50 credits    (0,3,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 195
    At this level, the student will receive instruction in ensemble performance for the recording studio. Students will perform and produce under supervision. Live performance will include 'standard' repertoire.

    JAZZ 295    Small Ensemble IV
    1.50 credits    (0,3,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 294
    A continuation of JAZZ 294.

    JAZZ 300    20th Century Theory
    3.00 credits    (4,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 204 and 240
    A survey of compositional techniques and theoretical principles utilized from 1890 to the present, coupled with an examination of various major composers and their musical masterpieces.

    JAZZ 310    Jazz Pedagogy
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 204
    Concepts, methods, and resources; examination and comparison of textbooks, recordings, tapes, and materials related to the study of jazz.

    JAZZ 336    Vocal Improvisation III
    1.50 credits    (1,1,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 237
    A continuation of JAZZ 237. Seats may be restricted to vocal majors.

    JAZZ 337    Vocal Improvisation IV
    1.50 credits    (1,1,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 336
    A continuation of JAZZ 336.

    JAZZ 338    Vocal Jazz Master Class III
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 239
    A continuation of Vocal Jazz Master Class II instruction with more emphasis on individual contribution and responsibility. Seats may be restricted to vocal majors.

    JAZZ 339    Vocal Jazz Master Class IV
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 338
    A continuation of JAZZ 338.

    JAZZ 370    Jazz Styles
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 170
    A follow-up to JAZZ 170. Detailed study of the major figures in jazz from 1940 to the present, such as Charlie Parker, John Coltrane, and Bill Evans.

    JAZZ 372    Arranging III
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 204 and 272
    A study of vocal writing styles and techniques.
    Note: This course is not always offered.

    JAZZ 382    Improvisation III
    1.50 credits    (2,2,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 283
    This course contains both lecture and lab components. Content includes melodic minor modes including the "altered" scale, whole-tone and diminished symmetrical chord scales, chromaticism, and analysis and composition of solos in various styles.

    JAZZ 383    Improvisation IV
    1.50 credits    (2,2,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 382
    A continuation of JAZZ 382. Content will include: exploration of the harmonic resources of scales, chromatic approaches using pentatonic and altered pentatonic scales, 4th chord stacks, polychordal triad relationships, outside playing, and the philosophy of free jazz.

    JAZZ 394    Small Ensemble V
    1.50 credits    (0,3,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 295
    A variety of jazz styles ranging from 'bebop', 'mainstream', and 'current' will be studied, and students will perform, spontaneously, 'standard' repertoire.

    JAZZ 395    Small Ensemble VI
    1.50 credits    (0,3,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 394
    A continuation of JAZZ 394, with further emphasis on spontaneous performance of 'standard' repertoire.

    JAZZ 410    Conducting I
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 204, 215, 240 and 285
    A study of basic conducting techniques.

    JAZZ 411    Conducting II
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 410
    A continuation of Conducting I with emphasis on vocal and instrumental approaches.

    JAZZ 460    Commercial Relations in Music
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    A course involving aspects of the music industry including copyright, contracts, performing rights organizations and the recording industry.

    JAZZ 470    World Music
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 240 and 273, ENGL 100 or 102, plus one of ENGL 103, 104, 105, 106 with a minimum C grade
    A study of the musics of the world outside of the Western European tradition.

    JAZZ 472    Jazz Arranging IV
    1.50 credits    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 372
    This course will give the student a practical understanding of the different techniques used in arranging for large jazz ensembles and vocal ensembles. Students will write their own arrangements and hear them played in class.

    JAZZ 494    Small Ensemble VII
    1.50 credits    (0,3,0) hrs    15 wks
    A jazz performance ensemble for more advanced players. Students will be required to perform in public several times during the semester.
    Note: By audition only.

    JAZZ 495    Small Ensemble VIII
    1.50 credits    (0,3,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: JAZZ 494
    A continuation of JAZZ 494.

    ENSJ 105    Jazz Choir
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Rehearsal and performance in one of Capilano College's Jazz Choirs. The intent of the class is to build group singing abilities in such areas as phrasing, blending and intonation.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 105 is one of the series ENSJ 105, 155, 205, 255, 305, 355, 405, 455.

    ENSJ 120    Guitar/Bass Ensemble I
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Performance in guitar/bass ensemble for the development of sight reading and phrasing skills. Emphasis will be on single-note reading in all areas of the neck. Credit from this course is not applicable to the degree program.
    Note: ENSJ 120 is one of the series ENSJ 120 and 170

    ENSJ 135    Jazz Ensemble I
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Participation in the Capilano College large Jazz Ensemble for development of phrasing and sight reading skills.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 135 is one of the series ENSJ 135, 185, 235, 285, 335, 385, 435 and 485.

    ENSJ 136    Instrumental Ensemble I
    1.00 credit    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Students rehearse in small like instrument ensembles under an instructor's supervision in preparation for a number of performances.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 136 is one of the series ENSJ 136, 186, 236, 286, 336, 386, 436 and 486.

    ENSJ 140    Percussion Ensemble I
    1.00 credit    (4,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    An ensemble comprised exclusively of percussion instruments of both definite and indefinite pitch. Students will develop their sight reading and interpretive skills.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 140 is one of the series ENSJ 140, 190, 240, 290, 340, 390, 440 and 490.

    ENSJ 155    Jazz Choir
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Rehearsal and performance in one of Capilano College's jazz choirs. The intent of the class is to build group singing abilities in such areas as phrasing, blending and intonation.
    Note: ENSJ 155 is one of the series ENSJ 105, 155, 205, 255, 305, 355, 405, 455

    ENSJ 170    Guitar/Bass Ensemble II
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Performance in guitar/bass ensemble for the development of sight reading and phrasing skills. Emphasis will be on single-note reading in all areas of the neck. Credit from this course is not applicable to the Degree program.
    Note: ENSJ 170 is one of the series ENSJ 120 and 170

    ENSJ 185    Jazz Ensemble II
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Participation in the Capilano College large Jazz Ensemble for development of phrasing and sight reading skills.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 185 is one of the series ENSJ 135, 185, 235, 285, 335, 385, 435 and 485.

    ENSJ 186    Instrumental Ensemble II
    1.00 credit    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Students rehearse in small like instrument ensembles under an instructor's supervision in preparation for a number of performances.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 186 is one of the series ENSJ 136, 186, 236, 286, 336, 386, 436 and 486.

    ENSJ 190    Percussion Ensemble II
    1.00 credit    (4,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    An ensemble comprised exclusively of percussion instruments of both definite and indefinite pitch. Students will develop their sight reading and interpretive skills.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 190 is one of the series ENSJ 140, 190, 240, 290, 340, 390, 440 and 490.

    ENSJ 205    Jazz Choir
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Rehearsal and performance in one of Capilano College's jazz choirs. The intent of the class is to build group singing abilities in such areas as phrasing, blending and intonation.
    Note: ENSJ 205 is one of the series ENSJ 105, 155, 205, 255, 305, 355, 405, 455

    ENSJ 220    Guitar/Bass Ensemble III
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: ENSJ 170
    A performance ensemble comprised primarily of bassists and guitarists. Students will develop their sight reading and interpretive skills.
    Note: ENSJ 220 is one of the series ENSJ 220, 270, 320 and 370

    ENSJ 235    Jazz Ensemble III
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Participation in the Capilano College large Jazz Ensemble for development of phrasing and sight reading skills.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 235 is one of the series ENSJ 135, 185, 235, 285, 335, 385, 435 and 485.

    ENSJ 236    Instrumental Ensemble III
    1.00 credit    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Students rehearse in small like instrument ensembles under an instructor's supervision in preparation for a number of performances.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 236 is one of the series ENSJ 136, 186, 236, 286, 336, 386, 436 and 486.

    ENSJ 240    Percussion Ensemble III
    1.00 credit    (4,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    An ensemble comprised exclusively of percussion instruments of both definite and indefinite pitch. Students will develop their sight reading and interpretive skills.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 240 is one of the series ENSJ 140, 190, 240, 290, 340, 390, 440 and 490.

    ENSJ 255    Jazz Choir
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Rehearsal and performance in one of Capilano College's jazz choirs. The intent of the class is to build group singing abilities in such areas as phrasing, blending and intonation.
    Note: ENSJ 2555 is one of the series ENSJ 105, 155, 205, 255, 305, 355, 405, 455

    ENSJ 256    Jazz Vocal Ensemble
    1.00 credit    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    This course includes performance of various styles of a cappella and accompanied vocal ensemble repertoire with an emphasis on jazz literature and small group performance, i.e. one singer per part.

    ENSJ 270    Guitar/Bass Ensemble IV
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: ENSJ 170
    A performance ensemble comprised primarily of bassists and guitarists. Students will develop their sight reading and interpretive skills.
    Note: ENSJ 270 is one of the series ENSJ 220, 270, 320 and 370

    ENSJ 285    Jazz Ensemble IV
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Participation in the Capilano College large Jazz Ensemble for development of phrasing and sight reading skills.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 285 is one of the series ENSJ 135, 185, 235, 285, 335, 385, 435 and 485.

    ENSJ 286    Instrumental Ensemble IV
    1.00 credit    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Students rehearse in small like instrument ensembles under an instructor's supervision in preparation for a number of performances.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 286 is one of the series ENSJ 136, 186, 236, 286, 336, 386, 436 and 486.

    ENSJ 290    Percussion Ensemble IV
    1.00 credit    (4,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    An ensemble comprised exclusively of percussion instruments of both definite and indefinite pitch. Students will develop their sight reading and interpretive skills.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 290 is one of the series ENSJ 140, 190, 240, 290, 340, 390, 440 and 490.

    ENSJ 305    Jazz Choir
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Rehearsal and performance in one of Capilano College's jazz choirs. The intent of the class is to build group singing abilities in such areas as phrasing, blending and intonation.
    Note: ENSJ 305 is one of the series ENSJ 105, 155, 205, 255, 305, 355, 405, 455

    ENSJ 306    Jazz Vocal Ensemble I (by audition only)
    1.00 credit    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    This course includes performance of various styles of a cappella and accompanied vocal ensemble repertoire with an emphasis on jazz literature and small group performance, i.e. one singer per part.
    Note: ENSJ 306 is one of the series ENSJ 306, 356, 406 and 456

    ENSJ 320    Guitar/Bass Ensemble V
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: ENSJ 170
    A performance ensemble comprised primarily of bassists and guitarists. Students will develop their sight reading and interpretive skills.
    Note: ENSJ 320 is one of the series ENSJ 220, 270, 320 and 370

    ENSJ 335    Jazz Ensemble V
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Participation in the Capilano College large Jazz Ensemble for development of phrasing and sight reading skills.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 335 is one of the series ENSJ 135, 185, 235, 285, 335, 385, 435 and 485.

    ENSJ 336    Instrumental Ensemble V
    1.00 credit    (1.33,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Students rehearse in small like instrument ensembles under an instructor's supervision in preparation for a number of performances.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 336 is one of the series ENSJ 136, 186, 236, 286, 336, 386, 436 and 486.

    ENSJ 340    Percussion Ensemble V
    1.00 credit    (4,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    An ensemble comprised exclusively of percussion instruments of both definite and indefinite pitch. Students will develop their sight reading and interpretive skills.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 340 is one of the series ENSJ 140, 190, 240, 290, 340, 390, 440 and 490.

    ENSJ 355    Jazz Choir
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Rehearsal and performance in one of Capilano College's jazz choirs. The intent of the class is to build group singing abilities in such areas as phrasing, blending and intonation.
    Note: ENSJ 355 is one of the series ENSJ 105, 155, 205, 255, 305, 355, 405, 455

    ENSJ 356    Jazz Vocal Ensemble II
    1.00 credit    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    This course includes performance of various styles of a cappella and accompanied vocal ensemble repertoire with an emphasis on jazz literature and small group performance, i.e. one singer per part.
    Note: ENSJ 356 is one of the series ENSJ 306, 356, 406 and 456

    ENSJ 370    Guitar/Bass Ensemble VI
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Prerequisite: ENSJ 170
    A performance ensemble comprised primarily of bassists and guitarists. Students will develop their sight reading and interpretive skills.
    Note: ENSJ 370 is one of the series ENSJ 220, 270, 320 and 370

    ENSJ 385    Jazz Ensemble VI
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Participation in the Capilano College large Jazz Ensemble for development of phrasing and sight reading skills.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 385 is one of the series ENSJ 135, 185, 235, 285, 335, 385, 435 and 485.

    ENSJ 386    Instrumental Ensemble VI
    1.00 credit    (1.33,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Students rehearse in small like instrument ensembles under an instructor's supervision in preparation for a number of performances.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 386 is one of the series ENSJ 136, 186, 236, 286, 336, 386, 436 and 486.

    ENSJ 390    Percussion Ensemble VI
    1.00 credit    (4,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    An ensemble comprised exclusively of percussion instruments of both definite and indefinite pitch. Students will develop their sight reading and interpretive skills.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 390 is one of the series ENSJ 140, 190, 240, 290, 340, 390, 440 and 490.

    ENSJ 405    Jazz Choir
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Rehearsal and performance in one of Capilano College's jazz choirs. The intent of the class is to build group singing abilities in such areas as phrasing, blending and intonation.
    Note: ENSJ 405 is one of the series ENSJ 105, 155, 205, 255, 305, 355, 405, 455

    ENSJ 406    Jazz Vocal Ensemble III
    1.00 credit    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    This course includes performance of various styles of a cappella and accompanied vocal ensemble repertoire with an emphasis on jazz literature and small group performance, i.e. one singer per part.
    Note: ENSJ 406 is one of the series ENSJ 306, 356, 406 and 456

    ENSJ 435    Jazz Ensemble VII
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Participation in the Capilano College large Jazz Ensemble for development of phrasing and sight reading skills.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 435 is one of the series ENSJ 135, 185, 235, 285, 335, 385, 435 and 485.

    ENSJ 436    Instrumental Ensemble VII
    1.00 credit    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Students rehearse in small like-instrument ensembles under an instructor's supervision in preparation for a number of performances.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 436 is one of the series ENSJ 136, 186, 236, 286, 336, 386, 436 and 486.

    ENSJ 440    Percussion Ensemble VII
    1.00 credit    (4,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    An ensemble comprised exclusively of percussion instruments of both definite and indefinite pitch. Students will develop their sight reading and interpretive skills.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 440 is one of the series ENSJ 140, 190, 240, 290, 340, 390, 440 and 490.

    ENSJ 455    Jazz Choir
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Rehearsal and performance in one of Capilano College's jazz choirs. The intent of the class is to build group singing abilities in such areas as phrasing, blending and intonation.
    Note: ENSJ 455 is one of the series ENSJ 105, 155, 205, 255, 305, 355, 405, 455

    ENSJ 456    Jazz Vocal Ensemble IV
    1.00 credit    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    This course includes performance of various styles of a cappella and accompanied vocal ensemble repertoire with an emphasis on jazz literature and small group performance, i.e. one singer per part.
    Note: ENSJ 456 is one of the series ENSJ 306, 356, 406 and 456

    ENSJ 485    Jazz Ensemble VIII
    1.00 credit    (3,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Participation in the Capilano College large Jazz Ensemble for development of phrasing and sight reading skills.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 485 is one of the series ENSJ 135, 185, 235, 285, 335, 385, 435 and 485.

    ENSJ 486    Instrumental Ensemble VIII
    1.00 credit    (2,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    Students rehearse in small like instrument ensembles under an instructor's supervision in preparation for a number of performances.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 486 is one of the series ENSJ 136, 186, 236, 286, 336, 386, 436 and 486.

    ENSJ 490    Percussion Ensemble VIII
    1.00 credit    (4,0,0) hrs    15 wks
    An ensemble comprised exclusively of percussion instruments of both definite and indefinite pitch. Students will develop their sight reading and interpretive skills.
    Note: Performances are a mandatory part of the course.
    Note: ENSJ 490 is one of the series ENSJ 140, 190, 240, 290, 340, 390, 440 and 490.
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