This advanced small ensemble of improvisers (The Berkeley Nu Jazz Collective) will explore a range of repertoire including music by innovative jazz composers of the 1960s and 70s, as well as contemporary works and original student compositions and arrangements. Students will be expected to practice, compose, and arrange music for the bi-weekly rehearsals outside of class time, and will be given individual guidance on composing and arranging by appointment.

Invitation by audition only. Please add yourself to the waitlist of this course and sign up for an audition slot here: https://calendar.app.google/nhTkYjwtoq1AxUETA

Participation will be by invitation of the professor based on the audition process and the student's prior experience playing jazz and improvised music. Please sign up for an audition slot here: https://calendar.app.google/nhTkYjwtoq1AxUETA

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