MUS 136: Jazz Theory

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Units: 4

Hours: Lecture, 3 hours; extra reading and listening to music tapes, 3 hours

Catalog page 497

Prerequisites: MUS 030A; MUS 031A or MUS 031B or MUS 031C; or consent of instructor

Description: Examines concepts and practices in harmony, melody, rhythm, and form as they relate to jazz and other popular idioms. Provides basic ear training for the recognition of changes in traditional jazz tunes, primary blues forms, modulations, and classic jazz bridges.

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Enrollment History (from UCR Banner, not catalog)
Year F W S Su Total
2025-26 16/25 16/25
2024-25 16/25 16/25
2023-24  8/25  8/25
2022-23 17/25 17/25
2021-22  4/25  4/25
2020-21  7/25  7/25
2019-20 21/25 21/25
2018-19 20/30 20/30