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Jazz History I (210-1-1)

Instructors

John McDonough

Meeting Info

RCMA 1-180: Tues, Thurs 2:00PM - 3:20PM

Overview of class

Non-technical, chronology from first recordings (1917) through early ‘40s peak popularity. Rise of major soloists from Armstrong through Christian; early New Orleans and Chicago music and convergence with commercial dance bands (Henderson, Ellington, Goodman); role of race in context of rigid social segregation. Emphasis on the pre-1942 repertoire (see www.jazzstandards.com). Non-jazz majors welcome. Knowledge of the American Song Book useful.

Registration Requirements

Non-Bienen and non-Jazz majors may register with permission of the instructor. Contact Prof. John McDonough (john.mcdonough1@northwestern.edu) to request registration permission.