Bachelor of Music in Music Education Jazz in Philadelphia United States | Temple University

Gain the expertise to foster musical passion through Temple University's Bachelor of Music (BM) in Music Education Jazz program at the Boyer College of Music and Dance. This five-year interdisciplinary program prepares you for music education careers with a jazz focus, combining applied music training, internships, and jazz studies. You'll explore music theory and history while engaging in practical learning experiences like performance, recording, orchestration, and music arrangement. The curriculum includes specialized education courses covering instrument instruction, rhythm training, rehearsal methods, articulation techniques, and listening skills. The program offers exposure to teaching at various educational levels, from elementary to higher education, including special needs instruction, equipping you to educate diverse student populations. Students complete a concentration area and two teaching placements, with program requirements totaling 158-161 credit hours based on concentration choice.