HUM 110
Introduction to Jazz · 3 credits · Fall 2026
Requirements
Pre-requisite of a English Proficiency Index Score greater than or equal to 65 is required.
About this course
This course is an introduction to jazz music, its history, and its various styles. Students will learn the rich tradition of jazz that includes New Orleans brass band culture, dixieland, blues, ragtime, boogie woogie, bop, cool, avant garde, fusion, and orchestral jazz. By understanding the critical role jazz has played in the development of US musical culture,and the expressive power of jazz performance, students will gain new insight into music, cultural meaning, and creativity.CUNY Pathways: Flexible Core-Creative Expression
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