Improvisation in the Latin/Jazz Idiom

Department - PERF
Offered - Fall, Spring
Course number - PSIM-341

Performance and analysis of Latin/jazz music and related song forms. The class will include analysis of source music and its influence on contemporary composers and performers in the idiom. Concentration on samba, calypso, bossa nova, and contemporary Latin grooves. Some of the musicians discussed are Claudio Roditi, Clare Fischer, Chick Corea, and Paquito D'Rivera. The class will include a rhythm section plus varied instrumentation and will perform in a recital at the end of the semester.

Credits: 2
Course Chair: Carl Riley
Prerequisites: Overall ensemble rating 4
Required of: None
Electable by: All