Jazz and Popular Music

Division: Fine Arts, Comm, and New Media

Department: Music

Course: MUSC 3030

Title: Jazz and Popular Music

Prerequisites: Acceptance into the BMCM program.

Description: This course is a survey of the history of Jazz and American Popular Music from the 19th Century to the present day, including Jazz, Country, Blues, R&B and American Popular song. Students will further develop listening skills that help them identify and intelligently talk about jazz styles.

Courses Taught Spring 2026

Courses Taught Fall 2026

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