MUSG 13 - Jazz Music History

    Recent Professors
    Manuel T. Faria, John S. Albano, Ken S. Taylor
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    50 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Previously taken ENGL-C1000 (formerly ENGL-01A) is advised.
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of MUSG 13
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3A · IGETC Area 3A · CSU GE Area C1
    Description
    <b><font color="7A0018">Begins Fall 2025</b></font><br> This course presents the history of jazz music from 1890 to the present, including an introduction and analysis of significant jazz artists and their contributions to this American art form. Particular emphasis is given to developing listening skills appropriate to the understanding and appreciation of jazz. In addition, the instructor will discuss international influences and the development of jazz as a world musical form. This course is a listener's guide to the appreciation of jazz and incorporates principles of structure, expression, instrumentation, cultural and social issues integral to jazz music.
    Usually Held
    Mon 5:40pm–8:45pm