MUSIC 122 - HISTORY OF JAZZ

    Recent Professors
    Christian Coulter
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Difficulty
    4.1Lightout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of MUSIC 122
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3A · IGETC Area 3A · CSU GE Area C1
    Description
    MUSIC 122 traces the evolution of jazz music from its earliest influences in the nineteenth century to current styles. Special emphasis is placed on understanding how to listen for greater enjoyment. Students learn basic elements of music, such as meter, form, and structure,andhowtheelementsofmusicare used in jazz. Students learn to distinguish the instruments used in jazz performance as well as examining the different types of jazz ensembles. Students learn about the leading practitioners of jazz and listen to the masterworks of jazz.