MUSI 9A - Jazz Piano I

    Recent Professors
    James Schneider
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    1.5
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of MUSI 9A
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is an introduction to jazz piano. Students gain the ability to play basic jazz piano arrangements from lead sheets in a variety of jazz styles using knowledge of jazz harmony, jazz piano techniques, and improvisational skills. Improvisational skill is developed through the application of provided scale choices and techniques for melodic development.
    Usually Held
    Tue 6:30pm–7:20pm, Tue 7:30pm–9:20pm