A 12 credit hour minor is available for students enrolled in the Frost School of Music whose primary instrument is jazz. Students may enroll in the MSJ minor or Performer's Certificate in Jazz Studies (by audition only). Students may not earn both credentials.
Permission of the studio teacher is required.
Curriculum Requirements
The following courses must be taken to fulfill the requirement of this minor:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MSJ 113 | Analysis and Evolution of Jazz Styles I | 3 |
| MSJ 124 | Introduction to Jazz Improvisation | 3 |
| MSJ 371 | Jazz Improvisation I | 3 |
| MSJ 519 | Advanced Modern Arranging I | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 12 | |
