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Jazz Performance Major

Code MAAAKM

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About this Major

Recognised as one of the strongest jazz degrees in the southern hemisphere, this major has produced many nationally and internationally renowned jazz musicians since its inception over thirty years ago.

The strength of the course lies in the focus on live-performance outcomes that encourage creativity and individuality at every stage. Repertoire and improvisation skills are central, and are taught in a scaffolded manner alongside engaging academic units within each year of the degree. All students participate in a variety of ensembles; from big bands to jazz trios, and explore a diverse range of swing styles, modern grooves and everything in between. The jazz performance major has a global outlook; incorporating a visiting artist schedule of interactions and workshops that are second to none, international study tours and exchange opportunities, whilst priding itself on award-winning faculty staff, collectively holding immense professional knowledge that is on offer and available to students year-round.

Code

MAAAKM

Availability & Campus

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Joondalup
Mount Lawley
South West
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Details

Structure

Year 1 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS1391Jazz Principal Study 115
MUS1341Ensemble Studies 115
MUS1381Jazz and Contemporary Musicianship 115
Year 1 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS1362Jazz Principal Study 215
MUS1342Ensemble Studies 215
MUS1382Jazz and Contemporary Musicianship 215
MUS1390Music History: Chasin' the Trane - Modern Jazz Takes Hold15
Year 2 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS2363Jazz Principal Study 315
MUS2343Ensemble Studies 315
MUS2383Jazz and Contemporary Musicianship 315
MUS2390Music History: Kind of Blue - from Louis Armstrong to Miles Davis15
Year 2 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS2140The Music Business15
MUS2364Jazz Principal Study 415
MUS2344Ensemble Studies 415
MUS2384Jazz and Contemporary Musicianship 415
Year 3 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS3365Jazz and Contemporary Principal Study 515
MUS3345Ensemble Studies 515
Year 3 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS3366Jazz and Contemporary Principal Study 615
MUS3346Ensemble Studies 615

For more detailed unit information for this Major take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.

Student handbook

Notes

Important notes

  • Students may be required to undertake study outside of the standard Monday to Friday, Semester/Trimester timetable (e.g. early start, weekend courses, etc).

Learning Outcomes

  1. Undertake sustained, high-level independent practice in a chosen music specialisation with reference to its underlying principles and its relationship to history, society and culture.
  2. Think critically to conceptualise and synthesise musical ideas to inform creative practice.
  3. Think creatively to identity, analyse and resolve musical and conceptual problems.
  4. Use digital technologies and music-related literacies skills to successfully assimilate and evaluate relevant information from multiple sources.
  5. Communicate clearly and coherently in a range of modes relative to context and audience.
  6. Adopt a global outlook and respect for cultural diversity, including an enhanced understanding of the music and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait peoples.
  7. Adopt effective teamwork and leadership skills in various settings according to relevant standards of ethical conduct, sustainable practice and professional accountability.
  8. Exercise self-reflection, judgement and responsibility in developing artistic practice and individual learning in response to diverse professional contexts.

Career Opportunities

Possible future job titles

Musician, Arranger, Performer, Music Teacher, Music Administrator, Soloist, Ensemble Member

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