Eugene,
OR,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Music in Jazz Studies - Composition Arranging in Eugene United States | University of Oregon
University of Oregon
|
Eugene United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
32,709
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The University of Oregon provides two Master of Music degrees in Jazz Studies - one focusing on composition/arranging, and the other on instrumental performance. Those selecting the composition/arranging track will engage in advanced jazz arranging classes and receive private instruction in jazz composition. Students opting for the performance emphasis will study advanced jazz repertoire and improvisation techniques, along with individualized performance and improvisation coaching. All Jazz Studies MM candidates, regardless of specialization, participate in university ensembles and complete coursework in jazz teaching methods and graduate-level research approaches.
Beyond core classes, every Jazz Studies MM student must demonstrate proficiency through an exam, conduct a research project with a public presentation, either perform a recital or produce a recording, and successfully defend their work in an oral examination. The program encourages artistic exploration, allowing students to focus on their unique creative pursuits and conduct meaningful research in their areas of interest. Additional details about program expectations and curriculum can be found in the degree requirements and course descriptions available through the links below.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Master's degree applicants: TOEFL score 88 IBT or IELTS score 7.0.
Resume: attach to Application for Graduate Admission
Statement of Purpose: attach to Application for Graduate Admission
Scholarly writing sample: attach to Application for Graduate Admission
Repertoire list (optional): attach to Application for Graduate Admission
Recent concert or recital programs (optional): attach to Application for Graduate Admission
Preliminary audition recording: submit via the Admissions File Upload webpage. Due by December 10. Please review the Graduate Audition Requirements for details.
Second round audition, if selected from preliminary audition recording. Please review the Graduate Audition Requirements for details. Note that any student admitted on the basis of a recorded performance must perform a placement audition upon arrival on campus to begin studies.
In addition, for Jazz Composition and Arranging emphasis, submit two representative scores and recordings of arrangements and/or compositions for jazz ensemble. At least one of these pieces should be scored for a large ensemble (ten or more performers).
Complete scores of each composition/arrangement: attach to Application for Graduate Admission
Recordings of the above compositions: submit via the Admissions File Upload webpage
Three references: see Application for Graduate Admission for instructions
Resume: attach to Application for Graduate Admission
Statement of Purpose: attach to Application for Graduate Admission
Scholarly writing sample: attach to Application for Graduate Admission
Repertoire list (optional): attach to Application for Graduate Admission
Recent concert or recital programs (optional): attach to Application for Graduate Admission
Preliminary audition recording: submit via the Admissions File Upload webpage. Due by December 10. Please review the Graduate Audition Requirements for details.
Second round audition, if selected from preliminary audition recording. Please review the Graduate Audition Requirements for details. Note that any student admitted on the basis of a recorded performance must perform a placement audition upon arrival on campus to begin studies.
In addition, for Jazz Composition and Arranging emphasis, submit two representative scores and recordings of arrangements and/or compositions for jazz ensemble. At least one of these pieces should be scored for a large ensemble (ten or more performers).
Complete scores of each composition/arrangement: attach to Application for Graduate Admission
Recordings of the above compositions: submit via the Admissions File Upload webpage
Three references: see Application for Graduate Admission for instructions
Tuition
USD
32,709