Overview

Through the curriculum of the Jazz Studies program at University of Hartford, there is historical analysis, perspective, narratives on improvisation, and dialogue concerning the expression of jazz music. Using these practices along with tutelage and cultivation, students will realize their choices to create an individual style.

Goals of the Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz

To examine and explore the history and origins of jazz music and the innovators who propelled the evolution of the art form.

To develop musicianship through jazz theory, ear training, keyboard skills, ensemble playing, composing, improvisation arranging, and in public performance.

To obtain an understanding of elements and structure of music and how they are used in the creation of a jazz performance.

To gain insight on the business of music as a jazz musician.

To focus on professionalism that encompasses punctuality, attention to detail, respect for other art forms and its artists, and a consistent daily work ethic.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

African American Music, 1890–1945

Repertory Building

Piano Keyboard Class

Diatonic Harmony

Elementary Ear Training

Academic Writing

Information Literacy in the Performing Arts

Paranov Performance Hour

Jazz Combo Ensemble

Jazz Keyboard Class

Jazz Transcription

Repertory Building

Jazz Theory

Perspectives on Music History

Paranov Performance Hour

Jazz Combo Ensemble

Everyday Statistics

Contemporary Mathematics

Classicism to the Present

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

More details

Applications submitted after the respective program deadline will be reviewed on a space-available basis.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

West Hartford, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

An application form submitted online.

An official transcript of the secondary school record; official college transcripts, if any.

A letter of recommendation.

Provide Proof of Financial Support.

Provide your Level of English Language Proficiency.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

47052 USD / year

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Out-of-State

47052 USD / year

≈ 47052 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

47052 USD / year

≈ 47052 USD / year

Living costs

West Hartford

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Goals of the Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

West Hartford

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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