Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies Composition - Violin 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 123-credit program equips graduates for professional opportunities in jazz composition, performance, and education, as well as creating works for various ensemble sizes. As a Temple undergraduate, you'll immerse yourself in Philadelphia's rich jazz legacy, following in the footsteps of legends like John Coltrane, Dizzy Gillespie, and Grover Washington. Many alumni establish successful performing careers in the city. Through masterclasses, visiting artist workshops, and performances with nationally acclaimed musicians, you'll refine skills in jazz analysis, arranging, composition, and improvisation. Distinguished past instructors have included percussionist Adam Nussbaum, saxophonist Gary Smulyan, and vibraphonist Warren Wolf. The curriculum includes specialized training on your primary instrument through private instruction and culminates in a senior recital. With its intimate learning environment, the Music Studies Department provides personalized mentorship throughout your academic journey.