1. California State University Northridge
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  3. Bachelors
  4. BM Music Jazz Studies

BM Music Jazz Studies

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

California State University Northridge

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Music option in Jazz Studies includes courses in improvisation, theory, history and composition, with an emphasis in performance (entrance audition required). Capstone experience: one-hour recital. The Jazz Studies option offers a wide range of ensembles, including the Jazz A Big Band, Studio Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Lab Big Band, Latin Jazz Ensemble, Vocal Jazz Ensemble: Upscale, and two avant-garde groups: NuVeau Art Ensemble and NuJazz Performance Ensemble, featuring original student compositions and creative ensemble configurations.

Program Key Stats

$4932 (Annual Cost)



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Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

Minimum GPA 3.0 or average of 'B' grades, English language efficiency proof, Proof of financial support, All official transcripts, Copy of the passport, Must have studied English for four years,Mathematics for 4 years, Social science for 2 years, and science for 2 years before applying,Earn a qualifying eligibility index

Career Options

  • Music Therapist
  • Music Composer
  • Instrumentalist
  • High school music teacher
  • Music Journalist

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