2014-15-Undergraduate-Catalog

Bachelor of Music in Jazz StudiesRobert Larson, Associate Professor of MusicArmstrong Hall, Room 18-C, (540) 665-4557, rlarson@su.eduShenandoah Conservatory • 296The focus of the Jazz Studies program at Shenandoah University is on the preparation ofmusicians as performers and arrangers in the broad field of contemporary music, whichincludes jazz, popular, commercial, classical and studio music. Students are also trained inareas of technology, as well as in jazz teaching techniques, in preparation for a career ofevolving opportunities. The philosophy of the Shenandoah University Jazz Studies programis grounded in the belief that 21st century artists will work in a variety of settings, whereperforming, composing, studio work, and teaching are important components of asuccessful musician’s overall career.Program ObjectivesStudents completing the Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies will be able to:• demonstrate the ability to perform, arrange, and compose in a variety of contemporarystyles emphasizing jazz and other related styles;• demonstrate a knowledge of technology, including basic recording techniques and basicwebsite development;• demonstrate a knowledge of jazz pedagogy and skill in teaching jazz; and• demonstrate a knowledge of music theory and music history.Course and Credit Requirements for the Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies DegreeJazz Applied Emphasis available in Bass (Electric and Jazz), Guitar, Percussion, Piano, Saxophone,Trombone and Trumpet.1st year – FallAPJ* 103 Applied Jazz Major* 3AP** 101 Applied Classical Minor 1.5APCP 105 Basic Piano and Keyboard Harmony Skills I^(excludes jazz piano majors) 1.5MUEN 371 Jazz Combo Ensemble (Domain 2) 1orMUEN 375 Jazz Improvisation Laboratory (Domain 2)MUEN Ensemble (Domain 2) 1MUPR 101 Recording Systems: Design and Application I 2MUPR 111 Critical Listening 1MUTC 101 Introduction to Music Theory* 3PRF 101 Performance Forum .5FYS 101 Going Global: First-Year Seminar (Domain 7) 3Total for Jazz Piano Majors 16Total for All Other Jazz Majors 17.51st year – SpringAPJ* 103 Applied Jazz Major* 3AP** 101 Applied Classical Minor 1.5APCP 106 Basic Piano and Keyboard Harmony Skills II(excludes jazz piano majors) 1.5MUEN Ensemble (Domain 2) 1