John H. Davenport III

Residential Faculty - Director of Instrumental Studies

Music and Dance

Office: PAC 57 - Room: PA 324

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM11:00 AM - 2:00 PM11:00 AM - 2:00 PM11:00 AM - 2:00 PM11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
By appointmentBy appointmentBy appointmentBy appointmentBy appointment

Classes Taught

Fall 2024

MHL145 American Jazz and Popular Music 3 Credits

The study of cultural and social contributions to the evolution of American jazz and popular music from the mid-1800's to present. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
13843

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 13843 Students may contact instructor at: john.davenport.iii@mesacc.edu

MUE109 Brass Methods I 1 Credits

Practical class with emphasis on techniques of playing and teaching brass instruments including embouchure, breath control, tone, and literature. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
33783
Dobson Campus

TBA

In Person
Lecture/Lab
08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024
MoWe
2:15 PM – 3:30 PM

Closed

MUP161 Community Band 1 Credits

Emphasis on college/community participation and the preparation of band literature for public performance. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15394
Dobson Campus

Performing Arts Center Instrum

In Person
Lecture/Lab
08/22/2024 – 12/13/2024
Th
7:10 PM – 9:50 PM

Class Started

MUP162 Band 1 Credits

Designed to emphasize instrumental techniques and the preparation of all styles of band literature for ensemble performance. Includes public performances. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
13938
Dobson Campus

Performing Arts Center Instrum

In Person
Lecture/Lab
08/20/2024 – 12/13/2024
TuTh
2:30 PM – 4:25 PM

Closed

Notes: Class 13938 This section is for brass players only. For auditions or other information please contact instructor at : john.davenport.iii@mesacc.edu

Fall Flex Start 2024

MHL145 American Jazz and Popular Music 3 Credits

The study of cultural and social contributions to the evolution of American jazz and popular music from the mid-1800's to present. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
13892

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
09/03/2024 – 12/13/2024

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 13892 Students may contact instructor at: john.davenport.iii@mesacc.edu

MHL204 Hip-Hop Music and Culture 3 Credits

A history of Hip-Hop's musical and artistic elements and how cultural, social, political, and economic conditions have shaped its evolution.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107, or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14871

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
10/14/2024 – 12/13/2024

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 14871 Students may contact instructor at: john.davenport.iii@mesacc.edu

Spring 2025

MHL204 Hip-Hop Music and Culture 3 Credits

A history of Hip-Hop's musical and artistic elements and how cultural, social, political, and economic conditions have shaped its evolution.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107, or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27695

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025

Open

25 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 27695 Students may contact instructor at: john.davenport.iii@mesacc.edu

MUP161 Community Band 1 Credits

Emphasis on college/community participation and the preparation of band literature for public performance. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28168
Dobson Campus

Performing Arts Center Instrum

In Person
Lecture/Lab
01/16/2025 – 05/09/2025
Th
7:10 PM – 9:50 PM

Open

25 of 30
Seats Available

MUP162 Band 1 Credits

Designed to emphasize instrumental techniques and the preparation of all styles of band literature for ensemble performance. Includes public performances. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26692
Dobson Campus

Performing Arts Center Instrum

In Person
Lecture/Lab
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025
TuTh
2:30 PM – 4:25 PM

Open

35 of 45
Seats Available

Spring Flex Start 2025

MHL145 American Jazz and Popular Music 3 Credits

The study of cultural and social contributions to the evolution of American jazz and popular music from the mid-1800's to present. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26722

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/27/2025 – 05/09/2025

Open

18 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 26722 Students may contact instructor at: john.davenport.iii@mesacc.edu

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