• Class Number 9587
  • Term Code 2960
  • Class Info
  • Unit Value 6 units
  • Mode of Delivery In Person
  • COURSE CONVENER
    • Gregory Stott
  • LECTURER
    • Brendan Clarke
  • Class Dates
  • Class Start Date 22/07/2019
  • Class End Date 25/10/2019
  • Census Date 31/08/2019
  • Last Date to Enrol 29/07/2019
SELT Survey Results

This course extends students' theoretical knowledge of jazz through advanced analysis of a broad range of jazz repertory and creative practices. Students will further develop their skills in the analysis, composition, and arranging of jazz styles, skills which are necessary for pursuing both jazz performance and/or academic research in jazz. Topics covered include (but are not limited to): chord-scale relationships, arranging concepts for jazz and popular instruments in both small and large ensembles, functional analysis of diatonic, chromatic, and modal harmonies.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

Upon successful completion of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
  1. define and describe more complex elements of jazz, including pitch, melody, harmony, rhythm, and form;
  2. apply more complex theoretical knowledge and analytical techniques to jazz repertoire drawing on advanced terminology and nomenclature;
  3. demonstrate advanced understanding of the theoretical foundations of jazz composition and improvisation through either performance or prose exposition;
  4. apply advanced knowledge of instruments common to jazz idioms in creative adaptation, re-harmonisation, and arranging; and
  5. research jazz topics drawing on notated scores, recorded performances, and scholarly sources.

You will have access to Sibelius software in the School of Music lab, but you would be encouraged to consider having your own copy.

Staff Feedback

Students will be given feedback in the following forms in this course:

  • written comments
  • verbal comments
  • feedback to whole class, groups, individuals, focus group etc

Student Feedback

ANU is committed to the demonstration of educational excellence and regularly seeks feedback from students. Students are encouraged to offer feedback directly to their Course Convener or through their College and Course representatives (if applicable). The feedback given in these surveys is anonymous and provides the Colleges, University Education Committee and Academic Board with opportunities to recognise excellent teaching, and opportunities for improvement. The Surveys and Evaluation website provides more information on student surveys at ANU and reports on the feedback provided on ANU courses.

Class Schedule

Week/Session Summary of Activities Assessment
1 Wednesday 9-11am - Theory, composition and arranging concepts
2 Friday 9-10am Aural and improv training, 10-11am history
3 Wednesday 9-11am - Theory, composition and arranging concepts
4 Friday 9-10am Aural and improv training, 10-11am history
5 Wednesday 9-11am - Theory, composition and arranging concepts
6 Friday 9-10am Aural and improv training, 10-11am history
7 Wednesday 9-11am - Theory, composition and arranging concepts
8 Friday 9-10am Aural and improv training, 10-11am history
9 Wednesday 9-11am - Theory, composition and arranging concepts
10 Friday 9-10am Aural and improv training, 10-11am history
11 Wednesday 9-11am - Theory, composition and arranging concepts
12 Friday 9-10am Aural and improv training, 10-11am history 15% Aural quiz (in-class)
13 Wednesday 9-11am - Theory, composition and arranging concepts
14 Friday 9-10am Aural and improv training, 10-11am history
15 Wednesday 9-11am - Theory, composition and arranging concepts
16 Friday 9-10am Aural and improv training, 10-11am history
17 Wednesday 9-11am - Theory, composition and arranging concepts
18 Friday 9-10am Aural and improv training, 10-11am history 20% Essay due
19 Wednesday 9-11am - Theory, composition and arranging concepts. Big Band presentation 20% Big Band composition/arrangement due (presented in class)
20 Friday 9-10am Aural and improv training, 10-11am history
21 Wednesday 9-11am - Theory, composition and arranging concepts. Theory research project and composition folio presentations 20% Theory research project due. In class presentations
22 Friday 9-10am Aural and improv training, 10-11am history
23 Wednesday 9-11am - Theory, composition and arranging concepts. Theory research project and composition folio presentations In class presentations (pt. 2)
24 Friday 9-10am Aural and improv training, 10-11am history 15% Aural quiz (in-class) 10% Listening quick and written responses

Assessment Summary

Assessment task Value Due Date Return of assessment Learning Outcomes
Aural Quiz 1 (wk 6) 15 % 30/08/2019 20/09/2019 1,2
Essay 20 % 04/10/2019 18/10/2019 1,2,3,4,5
Big Band Composition/arrangement 20 % 09/10/2019 23/10/2019 1,2,3,4,5
Theory Research Presentation and Creative Folio 20 % 15/10/2019 30/10/2019 1,2,3,4,5
Aural quiz (wk 12) 15 % 25/10/2019 01/11/2019 1,2
History Listening Quiz (wk 12) 10 % 25/10/2019 01/11/2019 1,2,5

* If the Due Date and Return of Assessment date are blank, see the Assessment Tab for specific Assessment Task details

Policies

ANU has educational policies, procedures and guidelines, which are designed to ensure that staff and students are aware of the University’s academic standards, and implement them. Students are expected to have read the Academic Misconduct Rule before the commencement of their course. Other key policies and guidelines include:

Assessment Requirements

The ANU is using Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website. In rare cases where online submission using Turnitin software is not technically possible; or where not using Turnitin software has been justified by the Course Convener and approved by the Associate Dean (Education) on the basis of the teaching model being employed; students shall submit assessment online via ‘Wattle’ outside of Turnitin, or failing that in hard copy, or through a combination of submission methods as approved by the Associate Dean (Education). The submission method is detailed below.

Moderation of Assessment

Marks that are allocated during Semester are to be considered provisional until formalised by the College examiners meeting at the end of each Semester. If appropriate, some moderation of marks might be applied prior to final results being released.

Assessment Task 1

Value: 15 %
Due Date: 30/08/2019
Return of Assessment: 20/09/2019
Learning Outcomes: 1,2

Aural Quiz 1 (wk 6)

Rhythmic, melodic and harmonic dictation based on drills from weekly classes. Aural examination of complex elements of jazz, including pitch, melody, harmony, rhythm, and form. Identifying and accurately describing theoretical knowledge and analytical techniques relevant to jazz repertoire.

Assessment Task 2

Value: 20 %
Due Date: 04/10/2019
Return of Assessment: 18/10/2019
Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3,4,5

Essay

Research task associated with history and listening session. Research questions will be posted to Wattle

Assessment Task 3

Value: 20 %
Due Date: 09/10/2019
Return of Assessment: 23/10/2019
Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3,4,5

Big Band Composition/arrangement

Large-scale composition/arrangement for Big Band or similar negotiated ensemble. Your arrangement should demonstrate appropriate score and layout conventions, show application of section-writing principles and arranging techniques studied in class, and define the techniques utilised with appropriate clarity and evidence of research. Further details will be posted to Wattle.

Assessment Task 4

Value: 20 %
Due Date: 15/10/2019
Return of Assessment: 30/10/2019
Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3,4,5

Theory Research Presentation and Creative Folio

You will present research findings, and creative outputs arising from research, in the form of an in-class presentation and a folio of creative works. The presentation of 12-15 minutes will include evidence of research and will be accompanied by a total of 2 creative compositions &/or improvisations (documented in recording or live performance - additional to the presentation time). Further details supplied on Wattle.

Assessment Task 5

Value: 15 %
Due Date: 25/10/2019
Return of Assessment: 01/11/2019
Learning Outcomes: 1,2

Aural quiz (wk 12)

Rhythmic, melodic and harmonic dictation based on drills from weekly classes. Aural examination of complex elements of jazz, including pitch, melody, harmony, rhythm, and form. Identifying and accurately describing theoretical knowledge and analytical techniques relevant to jazz repertoire.

Assessment Task 6

Value: 10 %
Due Date: 25/10/2019
Return of Assessment: 01/11/2019
Learning Outcomes: 1,2,5

History Listening Quiz (wk 12)

In-class listening quiz with short form written responses demonstrating historiographical knowledge and knowledge of jazz repertoire and idioms

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a core part of the ANU culture as a community of scholars. At its heart, academic integrity is about behaving ethically, committing to honest and responsible scholarly practice and upholding these values with respect and fairness.


The ANU commits to assisting all members of our community to understand how to engage in academic work in ways that are consistent with, and actively support academic integrity. The ANU expects staff and students to be familiar with the academic integrity principle and Academic Misconduct Rule, uphold high standards of academic integrity and act ethically and honestly, to ensure the quality and value of the qualification that you will graduate with.


The Academic Misconduct Rule is in place to promote academic integrity and manage academic misconduct. Very minor breaches of the academic integrity principle may result in a reduction of marks of up to 10% of the total marks available for the assessment. The ANU offers a number of online and in person services to assist students with their assignments, examinations, and other learning activities. Visit the Academic Skills website for more information about academic integrity, your responsibilities and for assistance with your assignments, writing skills and study.

Online Submission

You will be required to electronically sign a declaration as part of the submission of your assignment. Please keep a copy of the assignment for your records. Unless an exemption has been approved by the Associate Dean (Education) submission must be through Turnitin.

Hardcopy Submission

For some forms of assessment (hand written assignments, art works, laboratory notes, etc.) hard copy submission is appropriate when approved by the Associate Dean (Education). Hard copy submissions must utilise the Assignment Cover Sheet. Please keep a copy of tasks completed for your records.

Late Submission

Individual assessment tasks may or may not allow for late submission. Policy regarding late submission is detailed below:

  • Late submission not permitted. If submission of assessment tasks without an extension after the due date is not permitted, a mark of 0 will be awarded.
  • Late submission permitted. Late submission of assessment tasks without an extension are penalised at the rate of 5% of the possible marks available per working day or part thereof. Late submission of assessment tasks is not accepted after 10 working days after the due date, or on or after the date specified in the course outline for the return of the assessment item. Late submission is not accepted for take-home examinations.

Referencing Requirements

Accepted academic practice for referencing sources that you use in presentations can be found via the links on the Wattle site, under the file named “ANU and College Policies, Program Information, Student Support Services and Assessment”. Alternatively, you can seek help through the Students Learning Development website.

Extensions and Penalties

Extensions and late submission of assessment pieces are covered by the Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure. The Course Convener may grant extensions for assessment pieces that are not examinations or take-home examinations. If you need an extension, you must request an extension in writing on or before the due date. If you have documented and appropriate medical evidence that demonstrates you were not able to request an extension on or before the due date, you may be able to request it after the due date.

Privacy Notice

The ANU has made a number of third party, online, databases available for students to use. Use of each online database is conditional on student end users first agreeing to the database licensor’s terms of service and/or privacy policy. Students should read these carefully. In some cases student end users will be required to register an account with the database licensor and submit personal information, including their: first name; last name; ANU email address; and other information.
In cases where student end users are asked to submit ‘content’ to a database, such as an assignment or short answers, the database licensor may only use the student’s ‘content’ in accordance with the terms of service – including any (copyright) licence the student grants to the database licensor. Any personal information or content a student submits may be stored by the licensor, potentially offshore, and will be used to process the database service in accordance with the licensors terms of service and/or privacy policy.
If any student chooses not to agree to the database licensor’s terms of service or privacy policy, the student will not be able to access and use the database. In these circumstances students should contact their lecturer to enquire about alternative arrangements that are available.

Distribution of grades policy

Academic Quality Assurance Committee monitors the performance of students, including attrition, further study and employment rates and grade distribution, and College reports on quality assurance processes for assessment activities, including alignment with national and international disciplinary and interdisciplinary standards, as well as qualification type learning outcomes.

Since first semester 1994, ANU uses a grading scale for all courses. This grading scale is used by all academic areas of the University.

Support for students

The University offers students support through several different services. You may contact the services listed below directly or seek advice from your Course Convener, Student Administrators, or your College and Course representatives (if applicable).

Gregory Stott
61250263
u9802556@anu.edu.au

Research Interests


Jazz performance, music theory, arranging and composition

Gregory Stott

Monday 10:00 12:00
Brendan Clarke
brendan.clarke@anu.edu.au

Research Interests


Brendan Clarke

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