Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies Composition - Viola in Philadelphia United States | Temple University

Enhance your jazz expertise through Temple University's Boyer College of Music and Dance with a Bachelor of Music (BM) in Jazz Studies Composition. This comprehensive 123-credit program equips graduates for professional opportunities in jazz composition, performance, instruction, and ensemble work across various group sizes. As a Temple undergraduate, you'll immerse yourself in Philadelphia's rich jazz heritage, following in the footsteps of legends like John Coltrane, Dizzy Gillespie, and Grover Washington who shaped the city's musical landscape. The program fosters deep understanding of jazz analysis, arranging, composition, and improvisation through masterclasses, performances, and lectures featuring nationally acclaimed artists and educators, including past guests like percussionist Adam Nussbaum, saxophonist Gary Smulyan, and vibraphonist Warren Wolf. Jazz Composition students receive specialized training on their chosen instrument through private instruction and senior recital opportunities. The intimate Music Studies Department provides personalized faculty mentorship throughout your academic journey.