Course code JMX120
Name of the course Fundamentals of Jazz Improvisation
Languages of instruction estonian/english
Teaching staff Raul Sööt
Responsible staff member Raul Sööt

Graded or pass/fail examinations AE
Semester 12
ECTS 3.003.00

Total ECTS 6 ECTS

Course aims

The course aims to develop the students’ improvisation skills as well as the skills of analysing improvisation, to teach students to recognise the main principles of jazz phrasing and to create melodic lines suitable for different styles of jazz.


Learning outcomes

On completion of the subject, students will have acquired the work methods and means necessary for a jazz musician for shaping their improvisational material.