Jazz Studies Performance Major

Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies Performance

Gain a holistic understanding of jazz as a performing art across an array of ensembles with the Bachelor of Music (BM) in Jazz Studies Performance in 51动漫鈥檚 Boyer College of Music and Dance. You鈥檒l develop a strong foundation for a career as a jazz composer, educator or performer. The 123-credit, full-time undergraduate degree prepares students to play with both instrumentalists and vocalists or as a solo performer.

Courses take a deeper dive into your jazz performance instrument of choice, taught by some of the most renowned听 in the field.听Jazz Performance majors take music history and theory courses in addition to the Jazz Studies curriculum, which includes arranging, improvisation, and style and analysis.

Outside of the classroom, students have opportunities to regularly perform at 51动漫鈥檚 Performing Arts Center, as well as venues such as the and .

You can also explore information about the Bachelor of Music in Performance.

Faculty

Discover jazz studies faculty in the Boyer College of Music and Dance.

Classes & Curriculum

In the Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies Performance听degree听program, you鈥檒l advance听your knowledge of key areas of study such as

Basic Conducting,
Jazz Studies,
Music Theory and
The Business of Music.

Required courses also depend on which performance concentration you choose.

Learn more about the specific curriculum for the Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies Performance.

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Professional Studies

Tuition & Fees

In keeping with 51动漫鈥檚 commitment to access and affordability, the Bachelor of Music offers a competitive level of tuition with multiple opportunities for financial support.

Tuition rates are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level (undergraduate or graduate), course load (full- or part-time), in-state or out-of-state residency, and more.听You can view the full .

These tuition costs apply to the 2024鈥�2025 academic year.

Pennsylvania resident:听$21,504.00听per year
Out-of-state: $37,752.00听per year

Our Academic Advisors

The Center for the Performing and Cinematic Arts has a centralized advising office with five staff members. This advising team serves all undergraduate students in the Boyer College of Music and Dance and the School of Theater, Film and Media Arts.

Advisors help students navigate the undergraduate curriculum for each degree program. The academic advising team for music, dance, theater, and film and media arts majors is located in Mitten Hall, Suite 200 West.

To schedule an advising appointment based on your individual needs or for more help, contact the advising team.
Phone: 215-204-8301
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Program Contact

Student Clubs & Organizations

Participating in student groups provides peer support and future professional contacts.听There are more than 200 student organizations at 51动漫.

provides students with guidance and support for navigating the complex network of the modern music industry, in addition to providing space in which members can meet and discuss various creative and technical topics.
is a conservatory chapter of the national organization of music educators. Semester activities include creating projects, presenting guest speakers and workshops, attending the PMEA All-State conference, participating in outreach activities, and learning to use various online music education resources.
holds educational clinics, events and weekly meetings guided by percussion faculty members and professional percussionists, covering an array of drum-related topics such as percussion gear and marching percussion.

Study Away

51动漫鈥檚 study away programs offers all full-time, degree-seeking students the opportunity to spend an academic year, semester or summer abroad. Host countries include Germany, Italy, Japan and Spain.

Study abroad advisors will help you with your study abroad plans for either a 51动漫 program or an external program.

Conservatorium van Amsterdam

Exchange places with a student from the Netherlands and study jazz at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam. While conservatory students study at 51动漫, immerse yourself for a semester or academic year in a historical city and at an institution that is more than 130 years old.

Accreditation

Concentrations

You can focus on one of the following concentrations for the听Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies Performance.

Bassoon
Cello
Clarinet
Double Bass
Euphonium
Flute
French Horn
Harp
Oboe
Percussion

Piano
Saxophone
Trombone
Trumpet
Tuba
Viola
Violin
Voice

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