Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | JAZZ | ||
Code | MUSI341 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr LC Davies Music Lawrence.Davies@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2022-23 | Level 6 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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To broaden and deepen students’ understanding of jazz |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Knowledge and understanding of established narratives of the history of jazz and associated ideologies |
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(LO2) Awareness of key themes in jazz history and relate these to specific examples |
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(LO3) Ability to investigate, critique and evaluate specific moments within jazz history |
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(LO4) Identification of aspects of continuity and change in the development of jazz |
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(LO5) Be able to conduct independent research, using a variety of sources, and present findings appropriately |
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(S1) Conduct independent research |
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(S2) Ability to read and think critically |
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(S3) Independently develop original projects/research with clear and focussed aims and objectives |
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(S4) Construct logical arguments based on research and interpretation |
Syllabus |
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This module will cover the following topics: Overview – beginnings to bebop, and some key themes Overview – bebop and beyond, and some key themes. The Original Dixieland Jazz Band: race, recording and globalisation Louis Armstrong, the jazz soloist Duke Ellington, the jazz orchestra Swing swing swing – Benny Goodman’s Carnegie Hall Jazz Concert The dance bands – jazz as popular music. Dancing and listening: swing to bebop in context Miles Davies and John Coltrane: Kind of Blue and A Love Supreme ‘We Insist!’ – jazz, nationalism and politics Listening for gender in jazz Is Jazz Dead? |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture; online asynchronous (60 minutes, 12 weeks) Teaching Method 2 - Seminar; face-to-face synchronous (60 minutes, 12 weeks) Teaching Method 3 – Asynchronous online directed activity (120 minutes, 12 weeks). |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
12 |
12 |
24 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 102 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 126 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Essay There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When): Semester 1 | 0 | 40 | ||||
Presentation There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When): Semester 1 | 0 | 60 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |