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September 28, 2024 - May 24, 2025

History of Jazz

NEC - Preparatory School • 290 Huntington Avenue BostonMA  02115 Organized by New England Conservatory of Music Preparatory School and School of Continuing Education

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Description

A comprehensive overview of the evolution of American jazz from its roots in African folksong and ritual through the present day. Related topics such as Crossover, Third Stream, Fusion, and jazz-influenced classical music will also be considered. Emphasis will be placed on listening and class discussion, with possible live in-class performances. There will also be reading and listening assignments, plus a class presentation on a live jazz performance of the student's choice.


If you have questions about this class please call the NEC Prep School office at (617)585-1160. Thank you and we look forward to seeing you in class.

Course Sub-Category

Jazz

Instructor

Nick Grondin

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0

When

September 28, 2024 - May 24, 2025

12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

Saturday

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Age and Gender

Co-Ed

Location

NEC - Preparatory School

290 Huntington Avenue BostonMA  02115

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