Jazz Drum Set Fundamentals

ILPD-112

In this course, students learn elements of jazz drumming including time keeping, comping, independence, vocabulary, and soloing. Also included is a brief history of the drum set and its function in modern and traditional jazz. Other topics covered include 4/4 & 3/4 swing (jazz waltz), common song forms, basic brush technique, and a list of common standard tunes.   

Credits
1
Prerequisites
Overall ensemble rating 2
Required Of
None
Electable By
All percussion principals
Semesters Offered
Fall, Spring, Summer
Location
Boston
Department
PERC
Course Chair
Yoron Israel
Taught By
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