Certificate in Jazz

The MSUM Certificate in Jazz is designed for Music Education students preparing for careers in teaching. The program allows students to receive additional training in Jazz, to enhance their music education training, and prepare more comprehensively for duties often required in secondary school teaching.

Jazz Certificate Requirements

Jazz Certificate Courses

Total Credits: 9

Core Requirements (9 credits)

  • MUS 151 Basic Commercial Keyboard (1)
  • MUS 287 Commercial/Jazz Improvisation & Theory I (2)
  • MUS 387 Commercial/Jazz Improvisation & Theory II (2)
  • MUS 372 Commercial/Jazz Arranging (2)
  • MUS 320I/MUS 330I or MUS 320J/MUS 330J Jazz Ensemble or Jazz Combo (1) *MUST BE TAKEN TWICE

Student Learning Outcomes

Gain knowledge of and experience in jazz theory, arranging, notation, history, improvisation, styles, repertoire.

Questions? Contact Us

Tom Strait, DA, MM, BME
Professor
School of Performing Arts
Send Email | Phone: 218.477.4096218.477.4096
CA 141
Dr. Tom Strait is has been a faculty member at MSUM since 2001. He teaches trumpet, trombo...

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