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Lamont offers exceptional resources for aspiring jazz and commercial musicians, featuring renowned faculty, acclaimed student ensembles, and cutting-edge facilities. Our passionate artist-educators will guide you in building a solid jazz foundation and business mindset while mastering performance, composition, and arrangement skills.
Jazz and commercial music students perform in multiple ensembles each quarter, such as the Lamont Jazz Orchestra and various small groups. With a capped enrollment of 300 students, you'll benefit from intimate class settings and individualized instruction. The program regularly hosts world-class guest artists for workshops and concerts, with past visitors including jazz greats like Ben Wendel, Bob Sheppard, Pat Metheny, Bob Mintzer, and Wayne Bergeron.