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A Bachelor of Music (BM) in jazz and contemporary media will help you take your musical talent to a higher level. You’ll train like a professional with acclaimed faculty. And you’ll have the opportunity to dazzle audiences in venues, big and small, on campus and across the state’s center of arts and culture.

Curriculum

The BM degree combines courses in performance, musical development and WSU’s general education requirements. Graduates are well prepared to pursue an advanced degree in music and for successful performance careers.

Applied Learning

Students in the Bachelor of Music in jazz and contemporary media program are required to complete an applied learning or research experience to graduate from the program. The requirement can be met by performing in eight semesters of applied lessons MUSA 252 and MUSA 454; eight semesters of ensembles/combos MUSP 411M Jazz Combo/Banda Hispanica Jazz Combo; MUSP 212T Jazz Arts Ensemble; MUSP 411T Jazz Arts Ensemble 1; MUSP 412T Jazz Arts Ensemble 2; and successfully completing MUSP 400 Senior Recital.

Careers

Thanks to WSU’s extensive network of employer connections, students in every major have opportunities to gain real-world experience helping them build a resume, make professional connections and land their dream jobs.