MUSC 036A - POP–JAZZ THEORY

    Recent Professors
    Brian Carmody
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    20 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    MUSC 001A or MUSC 040 or placement based on the music assessment process
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of MUSC 036A
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Analysis and synthesis of common jazz and pop harmonic progressions and melodies. Study of chord families and functions, the ii-V-I progression with variations and proper voice leading techniques. Major, minor, modal jazz scales, and chord construction: triads through 13ths with alterations. Ear training. Recommended for students interested in jazz and popular music theory. Total of 54 hours lecture.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 12:25pm–1:50pm