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Master of Music Jazz Pedagogy

1 Year On Campus Masters Program

West Virginia University

Program Overview

The program is designed to prepare students for independent jazz teaching, public school teaching, college or university studio or group teaching, ensemble coaching and the teaching of jazz improvisation and pedagogy at the college of university level.Applicants are required to sight-read both musical notation and chord changes. Applicants should be prepared to play common jazz scale forms and improvise in a number of jazz and contemporary styles. In addition, applicants may choose additional music that best reflects their technical ability, overall musicianship, and musical interests. The applicant should demonstrate their versatility and creativity.

Program Key Stats

$24372 (Annual cost)



76 %

Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

Resume/CV, 3 Letters of recommendation, Repertoire List, Personal Statement

Career Options

  • Arranger
  • performer
  • or teacher
  • Musician

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