B.M. DEGREE IN PERFORMANCE (Jazz Emphasis)

SUGGESTED SEMESTER COURSE LOADS
Total Degree Hours: 126 Hours Required

For a complete listing of degree requirements, please refer to the catalog under which the student entered.

1. Students are encouraged to register for 16-17 hours per semester.

2. Students in an Emphasis in Jazz Performance may substitute 2 hours of Large Ensemble with 2 hours of MUSE 3214--Jazz Ensemble.

3. Students typically satisfy the Small Ensemble requirement for this degree with Jazz Combo.

4. Students should take HIST 1112 prior to Semester 5 as HIST 1112 is a prerequisite to Music History in Semester 5.

5. MUSC 4331 (Analytical Techniques) is listed in semester 5.   However, since this course is only offered in fall semesters of odd numbered years, students wishing to graduate in eight semesters may need to take this course in semester seven.

6. The following music courses are not required in the degree but are highly recommended: Additional Large Ensembles, Small Ensembles.