Jazz Studies, M.M.

1. A maximum of twelve hours of undergraduate courses:

A maximum of twelve hours of undergraduate courses can be taken by students who have deficiencies in the following areas: Jazz Theory, Jazz Arranging, or Jazz Improvisation.

2. Successful completion:

Successful completion of a major jazz composition and arrangement for large and small ensembles for the Master of Music in Jazz Studies (Composition Track)

3. Successful completion:

Successful completion of the lecture/recital for the Master of Music in Jazz Studies (Performance Track)

4. Students must complete:

Students must complete a minimum of 33 semester hours (Graduate Courses) with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher.

5. Completion of the following core courses (16 total hours):

• APPL 5000 - Applied Instrumental/Vocal (2)
• JAZZ 5030 - Jazz Pedagogy (2 credit hours)

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• JAZZ 5071 - Jazz Ensemble (1)

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• JAZZ 5081 - Vocal Jazz Ensemble (1)

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• JAZZ 5100 - Jazz Improvisation (2)
• JAZZ 5200 - Jazz Styles and Analysis (3)
• JAZZ 5700 - Jazz Arranging (3)
• MUSL 5900 - Research Seminar (3)

6. Additional Requirements:

Demonstrated reading proficiency in foreign language approved by the department or demonstrated competency in computer music technology application. Competency in computer music technology applications may be demonstrated either by examination or the completion of MUSL 5300 - Technology in Music (2)  with at grade of B or above.

7. Successful completion:

Successful completion of the performance and analysis of selected jazz standard literature orchestrated for small ensembles presented in the lecture/recital format. Performance majors must meet the minimum standard of jazz improvisation based on the following forms, (blues, “Rhythm” changes, and standard song form. (Performance Track)