Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies - Trumpet in Bloomington United States | Indiana University Bloomington

Our institution houses one of the world's premier jazz education programs, where students thrive in an exceptionally innovative and cooperative environment. We provide both bachelor's and master's level programs designed to comprehensively prepare students in all facets of jazz, covering performance techniques, teaching methods, spontaneous composition, historical context, musical arrangement, ensemble participation (from intimate groups to full orchestras), rhythm section mastery, individual instrument instruction, recording studio skills, vocal jazz interpretation, and instructional methodologies. Students learn directly from distinguished educators who bring remarkable professional experience and academic achievements. Our jazz faculty includes renowned researchers, published authors, celebrated composers and performers, Grammy Award recipients, NEA honorees, Pulitzer Prize laureates, and officially recognized Jazz Masters.