Overview

This Jazz and Contemporary Music programme from Roosevelt University may be used as a jumping-off point for explorations into related music, which students experience in our various ensembles.

The Jazz and Contemporary Music Studies programme at CCPA is in the heart of the downtown area, with ready access to the venues and performance opportunities offered by a major urban setting. The faculty is second to none in the Midwest, with instructors who are both artists and dedicated teachers who will work with you to achieve your musical and professional goals.

Students immerse themselves in the genre with classes that focus on jazz history, recording & performance techniques and instrumental styles. Ensembles are theme-based and explore many areas of jazz-influenced American music, from bebop to Afro-Cuban to Earth, Wind & Fire.

Jazz & Contemporary Music Opportunities

The Jazz and Contemporary Music Studies programme at Chicago College of Performing Arts will prepare you for all of the career challenges faced in this exciting and challenging field, from live shows to home recording, from arranging for a variety of ensembles to composing your own music and finding your distinctive voice.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Jazz Theory

Jazz Piano for Non-Majors

Latin Jazz: Performance and History

Vocal Jazz Ensemble

Building A Career in Jazz

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

National students: Rolling admission, meaning there are no specific deadlines for most programs. Some specialized programs may have specific deadlines

Language

English

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Credits

121 SCH

120-121

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

Music Musicology Liberal Arts View 2679 other Bachelors in Music in United States

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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

Instrumental

Auditions are approximately 15 minutes. Faculty will be able to accompany the in-person auditions but not the virtual auditions. For virtual auditions, students should utilize play-along tracks to simulate the feel of a live performance; faculty will provide constructive feedback as part of the audition process.

Applicants will likely be asked to stop in the middle of selections.All instrumentalists should prepare three jazz standards featuring different styles, moods and tempos. One must be a ballad. Play-along recordings are encouraged.

Sight-reading will be included, and scales may be requested. Drummers will also be asked to demonstrate different musical styles (Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, contemporary grooves, etc.) in various tempos and time signatures, as well as show brush technique.

Vocal

Vocalists should prepare two songs: one jazz standard and one contemporary (non-classical) piece. Accompanist will not be provided.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

33495 USD / year

≈ 33495 USD / year
Out-of-State

33495 USD / year

≈ 33495 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

33495 USD / year

≈ 33495 USD / year

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 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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Jazz & Contemporary Music Opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Living costs

Chicago

Funding

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