Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies - Education in Vancouver Canada | Capilano University

Known as one of Canada's premier jazz education centers, CapU's Jazz Studies programs develop your talents in jazz performance, composition, and music teaching within a comprehensive liberal arts framework.
The four-year Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies - Education equips future music teachers with fundamental jazz performance and composition skills while embracing diverse musical traditions.
Aspiring primary or secondary school music educators will gain both musical expertise and teaching methodologies through this program, creating an ideal foundation for pursuing teaching certification.

Program objectives
Demonstrate proficiency in performing, improvising, composing, and collaborating across various jazz styles.
Effectively share musical concepts, knowledge, and experiences with peers and audiences.
Examine, interpret, and transcribe complex musical works featuring advanced harmony, rhythm, and structure.
Retain and apply extensive musical repertoire for jazz performance and creative work.
Combine theoretical knowledge with practical application in performance, improvisation, and composition.
Create academic work demonstrating thorough understanding of music theory and historical context.
Cultivate discipline and dedication when refining performance and compositional abilities.