Overview
Jazz Arts from Manhattan School of Music is one of the first conservatories in the U.S. to acknowledge the prime importance of jazz as an art form.
Systematic and rigorous conservatory training, combined with a myriad of performance and networking opportunities in New York City, make this program one of the richest of its kind for young jazz musicians.
Student Ensembles
Every concert season, guest soloists are featured in concert with our large ensembles, providing enriched performance experiences for students. Recent guest soloists include Paquito D’Rivera, NEA Jazz Masters Candido and Dave Liebman, Randy Brecker, Jon Faddis, Joe Lovano, Bob Mintzer, and vocalists Jane Monheit, Roberta Gambarini, and Judi Silvano.
- Studio Orchestra
- Jazz Orchestra
- Composer’s Big Band
- LatinX Jazz Orchestra
All students in the Jazz Arts degree programs are required to fulfill their ensemble requirement as outlined in their course sequence plans and as assigned by the associate dean of the Jazz Arts Program.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Jazz Harmony/Counterpoint
- Jazz Ear Training
- Jazz Required Piano
- Jazz Music History
- Humanties Core
- Jazz Improvisation
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Late applications are accepted on a case-by-case basis depending upon the program and various circumstances.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Music Musicology View 2339 other Bachelors in Music in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- If your first language is not English, you will be required to take our in-house English Assessment during audition week
- We recommend that you upload unofficial transcripts and proof of degree(s) to the online application for the initial phase of the admission process. You must submit your transcripts in the original language and in English.
- All applicants who have completed their online application and passed prescreening (if applicable) must audition in order to be admitted to MSM.
- If you are offered admission to MSM, you will receive details on how to apply for a student visa with your acceptance. You will be required to apply for the SEVIS Form I-20.
Tuition Fee
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International
51500 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 51500 USD per year during 48 months. -
National
51500 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 51500 USD per year during 48 months.
Living costs for New York City
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.