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Blues: Analysis and Application

MLAN-251

A study of the evolution of the blues, combined with compositional application of various blues styles. Historical study focusing on the blues as a complete and complex form as well as the basic foundation for other styles. Analysis includes examination of harmonic movement, rhythmic and melodic construction, and lyric content.

Credits

2

Prerequisites

HR-211

Required Of

None

Electable By

All B.M. and P.D. students

Semesters Offered

Fall, Spring

Location

Boston

Department

HARM

Course Chair

George Russell Jr.

Courses may not be offered at the listed locations or taught by the listed faculty for every semester. Consult my.berklee.edu to find course information for a specific semester.