Jazz Studies, B.A.

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The B.A. in Jazz Studies is designed for students interested in obtaining a wide range of musical experiences with a particular focus on jazz performance or composition. Entrance into the Jazz Studies performance track is determined by audition with the jazz faculty.

For additional programs and courses in this department, see Music .

Major Requirements

Core Music Courses

Jazz Courses

Applied Jazz Lessons

Applied Jazz lessons on primary instrument/voice each semester
- Two credit hours at the 100-level
- Four credit hours at the 300-level

Applied Jazz Piano

MUAL 111 - Jazz Piano (Two credit hours needed)

Additional Requirements

Completion of requisite number of concert attendance. Six concerts per semester while enrolled as a music major, unless student teaching or studying abroad. See department guidebook for additional details.
MUEN 121 participation required each semester.
Six concerts per semester while enrolled as a music major, unless student teaching or studying abroad.

Note:

*See department or music guidebook for additional details.

Additional Requirements for the B.A. Degree

Students must demonstrate elementary competence in a foreign language. For more information, see the B.A. Degree Requirements within the Academic Regulations section of this catalog.

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