Program Recognition
•Bullet: A 12-credit-hour certificate open to both music majors and non-majors who complete the prerequisites
•Bullet: Directed by Dr. Timothy J. Zifer, Professor of Music Emeritus
Training
•Bullet: Jazz History (MUS 158), Jazz Theory (MUS 243), Jazz Arranging (MUS 343), and Jazz Improvisation (MUS 245)
•Bullet: Three semesters each of Jazz Band and Chamber Jazz performance ensembles
Professional Development
•Bullet: Music majors gain additional teaching/performing credentials in jazz; non-majors continue musical development in a structured ensemble and coursework setting beyond high school
Degree Flexibility
•Bullet: Admission requires a successful in-person audition and interview with the jazz studies faculty