Program Recognition
•Bullet: Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)
Training
•Bullet: BM in Jazz Studies combining jazz performance with analytical, historical and theoretical study
•Bullet: Jazz faculty include David L. Anderson (jazz ensembles) and Glenn Ginn
Performance & Productions
•Bullet: MSU Jazz Ensemble I is the premiere big band (membership by audition) and frequently performs with internationally renowned guest jazz artists at festivals on campus, across Kentucky and beyond
Notable Alumni
•Bullet: Matt Hornbeck (BM Jazz Studies, 2008) — Los Angeles freelance guitarist and studio musician whose recordings were licensed by AMC for Turn and by CBS for The Briefcase
Professional Development
•Bullet: Graduates perform, record and teach across the region and nationally
