Northern Virginia Community College: The History of Jazz - MUS 225

The History of Jazz - MUS 225 at Northern Virginia Community College

MUS 225 - The History of Jazz: Studies the underlying elements of jazz, concentrating on the socio-cultural and historical development from earliest stages to the present. Explores key figures and significant works instrumental in the development and evolution of jazz.

Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.

3 credits

MUS 225 Detailed Outline

Schedule at Northern Virginia Community College

Summer 2026 ➜

Class #	Section	Credits	Day	Time	Start	Location	Mode
63406	MUS 225-E40M	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2026-05-18	Virtual and NOL	WW
NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus. This is a fast-paced accelerated 1st 8-week course. Starts May 18.
63407	MUS 225-E60N	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2026-06-02	Virtual and NOL	WW
2nd ten-week online course offered by NOVA Online. NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus.

Fall 2026 ➜

Class #	Section	Credits	Day	Time	Start	Location	Mode
85383	MUS 225-40YL	3	Tu	6:00 p.m.-7:45 p.m.	2026-09-08	Loudoun	HY
50% of class time meets in person, on campus; students are expected to attend class in person on the days and times listed on the schedule. 50% of class work is completed online, independently, via CANVAS. Reliable internet access and a computer are required. Thirteen Week Hybrid Course
86472	MUS 225-E50M	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2026-09-08	Virtual and NOL	WW
2nd twelve-week online course offered by NOVA Online. NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. Assignment due dates can be found in the syllabus.Starts September 8.
86473	MUS 225-E60W	3		0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.	2026-09-22	Virtual and NOL	WW
3rd twelve-week NOVA Online Course. NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus. Starts September 22

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