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Course Description

"A study of the evolution of jazz, a continuously evolving form synthesizing many different music styles. Attention is given to its African American origins, historical identifications, antisocial tendencies, political aspects, and subjective effects that have effected cultural change. Emphasis is placed on listening to the works of Armstrong, Ellington, Davis, Gillespie, Parker, Monk, Coltrane, and Mingus. Fulfills the Aesthetic Perspective and the General Education U.S. Diversity requirements."

Requirements

This course is available for undergraduate credit. Students must possess a high school diploma and must be an adult age 18 or older to participate.
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Section Title
History of Jazz
Type
Synchronous
Days
T, Th
Time
10:00AM to 11:45AM
Dates
May 19, 2026 to Jun 30, 2026
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
22.8
Location
  • Emerson College Online
Delivery Options
Synchronous  
Course Fee(s)
Undergraduate Tuition credit (4 units) $4,104.00
Potential Discount(s)
Available for Credit
4 units
Drop Request Deadline
May 12, 2026
Transfer to a Different Course
No transfer request allowed after enrollment. Students may drop a course and re-enroll in a new course prior to the course start date.
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