The Master of Music curriculum focuses on studio and ensemble work, supplemented by academic course requirements in musicology and music theory, as well as electives. Additional study is provided through frequent masterclasses, guest artists, and repertoire classes.
| Jazz Studies (Composition) - Master of Music | credits |
|---|---|
| Studio JS 500 or as assigned by department | 16 |
| Jazz Studies Six credits from: JS 555T, 556T, 570, 579T, 580T, 581T | 6 |
| Musicology | 2 |
| Graduate Theory or Composition | 2 |
| Electives | 10 |
| Total Credits | 36 |
Additional Requirements: 1) Graduate Jazz Theory and Ear Training (JS 057) may be required based on the results of the departmental aural exam given during orientation; passing the exam or the course is prerequisite to the second year of study.2) Promotional at the end of the first year (JS 593) 3) Portfolio Review in second year (JS 697) | |
| Jazz Studies (Performance) - Master of Music | credits |
|---|---|
| Studio JS 500 or as assigned by department | 16 |
| Jazz Studies Six credits from: JS 555T, 556T, 570, 579T, 580T, 581T | 6 |
| Musicology | 2 |
| Jazz Composition for Performers (JS 526) or Jazz Composition and Arranging I (JS 573T) | 2 |
| Electives | 10 |
| Total Credits | 36 |
Additional Requirements: 1) Graduate Jazz Theory and Ear Training (JS 057) may be required based on the results of the departmental aural exam given during orientation; pasing the exam or the course is prerequisite to the second year of study.2) Participation in Small Jazz Ensemble for four semesters (JS 510); Large Jazz Ensemble may also be required 3) Promotional at the end of the first year (JS 595) 4) Recital in second year (JS 699) | |
2009-11-06
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