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Nestled in one of the globe's most dynamic jazz hubs, this program offers elite performance coaching and rigorous academic studies alongside unparalleled music industry access. You'll showcase your talent weekly at iconic performance spaces, receive personalized instruction from world-renowned professors, gain entrepreneurial guidance, and establish yourself in today's jazz scene. As a graduate student, you'll refine instrumental techniques, master jazz vocabulary, and cultivate your unique artistic identity. The program provides extensive performance experiences through 40 jazz groups, collaborations with Film Scoring, Music Technology, and Music Business departments, and appearances at legendary venues like Birdland and the Blue Note. Faculty frequently select graduate students as substitutes or permanent members for professional ensembles across New York City.