A Bachelor of Music from The Portland State University (PSU) School of Music & Theater’s rigorous Jazz Studies program will give students endless opportunities for bold imagination, as well as the support to advance their career.

The Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies provides a thorough music foundation with specialized coursework in jazz performance, improvisation, jazz history, and arranging. Students will participate in immersive performance experiences in large ensembles, combos, and solo recital performances.

Completing this degree will give students the skills and confidence to pursue professional work as a jazz musician and/or private instructor, or go on to graduate school before entering into the profession. Alumni are accepted into top Jazz Studies graduate programs and put their creative skills to use in a variety of careers. Join them in this dynamic field.

Please note, prospective music majors must apply to PSU, submit a secondary application to the School of Music & Theater, and pass the entrance audition.