Undergraduate Degrees and Curriculum

Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies

For the student seeking a professional career in jazz and related fields of contemporary music. The curriculum includes weekly private lessons in both jazz and classical music, courses in jazz improvisation, theory, arranging, composition, jazz history, and jazz keyboard skills, plus integrally related courses like sound reinforcement and recording, digital recording and editing, electronic music, and the business of music. There are supportive courses in classical music theory, musicianship, music history, secondary piano, and conducting, as well as a wide choice of theory, history, ethnic and world music electives. General studies in English and academics round out the degree to provide a comprehensive education.

Students present a public recital in the senior year with works representing a variety of historical and contemporary jazz styles and at least one original composition and arrangement. This performance is in addition to the numerous collaborative combo and big band concerts given by all students during each year of study. For more information regarding graduation requirements, please consult the CCM Bulletin.
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Bachelor of Music in Music Education with an Additional Specialization in Jazz

For the student wishing a degree leading to licensure to teach public school music, pre-kindergarten through 12. (This license is reciprocal with 44 other states.) The student takes many of the same courses as Jazz Studies Majors plus Music Education requirements.

Double Major in Music Education and Jazz Studies

Includes all the requirements of both the B.M. in Music Education and the B.M. in Jazz Studies. This course of study generally takes five years to complete.

Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Music

For the student wishing to pursue a more liberal arts oriented program of studies while maintaining their concentration in music. Jazz courses and private lessons in jazz and classical music are available as part of the B.A. in Music degree.

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