Certificate of Undergraduate Study in Jazz Performance

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The CUGS in Jazz Performance consists of applied lessons in jazz performance and improvisation, ensembles, and courses in jazz history and music theory. The program is available to both music majors and non-majors. The CUGS is intended to provide an opportunity for music majors studying performance in the European art music tradition to gain experience in jazz practices and styles, as well as to allow non-majors who played jazz in high school ensembles to continue their study of jazz performance. Students interested in the CUGS must audition with an applied music instructor before beginning applied lessons.

Program Requirements

Take all of the following:

MUS 02105 - Secondary Applied Instrument Credits: 1 (4 semesters, 4 credits total)
or
MUS 02106 - Secondary Applied Voice Credits: 1 (4 semesters, 4 credits total)
MUS 08124 - Jazz Band Credits: 0 to 1
or
MUS 04409 - Small Group Jazz Ensemble Credits: 0 to 1
MUSG 06115 - Growth and Development of Jazz Credits: 3

Take one of the following classes:

MUS 04118 - Music Fundamentals Credits: 3
MUS 04103 - Music Theory I Credits: 4

Total Required Credits for the Program: 13-14 s.h.

To be awarded the CUGS in Jazz Performance, students must complete all required coursework in accordance with University requirements for good standing. Students may double-count up to 6 credits of this CUGS with their major program.

Alexandria Funkhauser, MA
Senior Academic Advisor
Wilson Hall 141
856.256.5183
daniels@rowan.edu