School of Jazz and Contemporary Music

[7] The core curriculum includes courses in performance, improvisation, composition, music history, and liberal arts.

In addition, students can select or audition for a wide range of elective courses and narrow their focus as they advance toward graduation.

The facility offers administrative, classroom, practice, and rehearsal space, all constructed to the highest standards with attention to acoustics, soundproofing, and aesthetics.

Both studios are connected to the university's server and Internet sites, allowing for posted archival recordings and live streaming performance.

Recipients have included: Ruth Brown, Hank Jones, Cab Calloway, Benny Carter, Aretha Franklin, Ahmet Ertegun, Dizzy Gillespie, Chico Hamilton, Percy Heath, Milt Hinton, Johnnie Johnson, Jackie McLean, James Moody, Max Roach, Wayne Shorter, Clark Terry, Joe Williams, George and Joyce Wein, Paul Weinstein and Phil Woods.