Coordinator
John Coggiola, Setnor School of Music
202C Shaffer Arts Building, 315-443-5896, jccoggio@syr.edu
College/School
College of Visual and Performing Arts / Setnor School of Music
Description
The Minor in Jazz Studies is designed for students from any degree program on campus, including music majors, who want to develop and improve their knowledge and skills in instrumental or vocal jazz. This 18-credit program draws from the entire array of the jazz offerings in the Setnor School of Music including jazz performing ensembles, jazz history, jazz arranging and theory, jazz applied lessons and jazz education. The specific requirements are as follows:
Admission
- Meet with Setnor School of Music advisor prior to beginning the program.
- 3.0 GPA in at least one jazz performing ensemble.
- Positive recommendation from the Director of Jazz Studies.