MUSP1760

Introduction to Improvisation

Improvisation is a central feature of many Western musical styles. This course offers students the opportunity to learn how to improvise in jazz, blues and rock. In a hands-on manner, students are introduced to the fundamental concepts of improvising. No prior experience is necessary, and there is no prerequisite, but you should have at least some experience playing an instrument or singing. In addition to extensive in-class performance, accompaniment recordings are provided for practice outside class.

Course overview

Department
Music Performance
School
MCAS
Credits
0

Requirements fulfilled

No source-backed degree requirement is attached to this course yet.

Official evaluation summary

4.79 / 5

Based on 25 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-07-23. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

  • Eric L Kniffin
    Fall 2026
  • Eric Kniffin
    Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Spring 2023, Fall 2022, Spring 2022 · Official rating 4.82/5

Sections

  • Section 01
    Fall 2026 · Eric L Kniffin · Lyons Hall 409 M 06:00PM-06:50PM · Offered