MUSC 140C: Jazz Improvisation-III
San Jose State University
Continuation of MUSC 140B in greater depth and complexity: advanced transcription projects, style analysis, developing personal improvisatory style, advanced rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic techniques. Emphasis will be placed on complex jazz compositions-primarily those of Wayne Shorter, Chick Corea, and Tom Harrell. Seminar 1 hour/activity 2 hours. Pre/Corequisite(s): MUSC 2A, MUSC 2B, MUSC 6, and MUSC 40A; or equivalent.
Average GPA: 3.81
Grade distribution records: 33 students across 3 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A | 29 | 87.9% |
| A- | 1 | 3.0% |
| C+ | 1 | 3.0% |
| C | 1 | 3.0% |
| C- | 1 | 3.0% |
Based on 33 student grade records across 3 terms and 2 professors.
Instructors
- Jonathan Thomas Dryden 22 students, Average GPA 3.73
- Aaron J Lington 11 students, Average GPA 3.97