The Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance prepares students for careers in Instrumental or Vocal Jazz Performance. This major offers comprehensive course work in jazz solo and ensemble literature and emphasizes public performances and technique.

Students majoring in jazz performance may do so with piano, double bass, saxophone/clarinet, trumpet, trombone, percussion, or guitar as the major instrument. Third- and fourth-year students must present satisfactory public junior and senior recitals as part of the requirements for the Bachelor of Music degree in jazz performance. All students must successfully complete one semester of Conducting