Overview

Jazz and Studio Music studies fuse performance, composition and arranging into a program that lets you express yourself musically. With an emphasis on practical skills, the NASM-accredited Music - Jazz and Studio Performance course from University of Memphis will equip you to appreciate and play the wide variety of music demanded of professional musicians today.

Key Facts

Through applied lessons, private instruction and extensive performing opportunities in large and small ensembles, you’ll master your primary instrument and develop new and improved skills to bring out the music inside you. Through performances in the Southern Comfort Jazz Orchestra, Jazz Singers, ComboNation, or the 901 Jazz Band, you’ll emerge from the program well-prepared to launch a successful, multi-faceted career as a musician.

You will enjoy state-of-the-art music facilities and work with a large and diverse community of faculty, students, and industry professionals. You’ll have the opportunity to attend numerous concerts, clinics, and master classes given by students, faculty, and visiting artists that will broaden your experience of jazz music. Additionally, the University’s location allows limitless opportunities to secure performances in various venues.

Outcomes

Jazz and Studio Performance students will master the knowledge of pedagogical methods to assist in the conceptual and technical development of students new to the jazz experience.

Jazz and Studio Performance students will exhibit excellence through technical mastery of their instruments, superior listening ability and the development of a personal conceptual approach to improvisation and composition.

Jazz and Studio Performance students will achieve professional-level artistry and skills as performers through developing original material, technical mastery of their instruments, interpretive skills, and ensemble experience.

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Programme Structure

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Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Credit Awarded for CBSE Students

The University of Memphis proudly recognizes the hard work and academic excellence of CBSE students. Eligible students may receive up to 15 credit hours toward their degree. That is equivalent to a 12.5% saving on cost of education and one full semester of coursework. This opportunity helps students reduce the time and cost required to graduate, enabling a faster path to success.

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Memphis, United States

Disciplines

Music Performance View 713 other Bachelors in Music Performance 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.

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General requirements

No Credential Evaluations are required for undergraduate and graduate students admission for the following year

All students, both freshmen and transfer, must apply online for admission undergraduate students.

Freshman admission is competitive and based upon a comprehensive review of the student’s academic record. The primary factors include the high school/secondary grade point average and demonstrated English proficiency.
Pay the non-refundable undergraduate application fee of $50.
Applicants should upload a copy of their official international transcript or marks sheet (high school/secondary or college/university) to their application portal.
Demonstrated English language proficiency is required of all international students.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

14070 USD / year

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Out-of-State

14070 USD / year

≈ 14070 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

14070 USD / year

≈ 14070 USD / year

Living costs

Memphis

United States

955 - 1582 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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