Jazz Arts

The programs of study for Jazz majors are designed to develop skilled performers, composers, and arrangers in preparation for careers in jazz music.

NOTE: Curriculum is subject to change. In case of a discrepancy, the MSM Academic Catalog is the authoritative source of requirements. View the Academic Catalog here.

*Jazz piano majors enroll for JC2161-2162, Jazz Piano Perspectives, in their first year.

**The ensemble requirement consists of participation in large and small ensembles every semester as assigned by the Jazz Department. In large ensembles, Saxophone majors may be assigned to play a saxophone other than their principal instrument.

Students working towards this degree are required to attend five Setting the Stage professional development workshops before graduation.

**The ensemble requirement consists of participation in large and small ensembles every semester as assigned by the Jazz Department. In large ensembles, Saxophone majors may be assigned to play a saxophone other than their principal instrument.

*Students may substitute Advanced Studio Composition and Scoring JC1911-1912 for this requirement.

Please note: Composition students may be assigned to ensembles as required by the Jazz Department.