Master of Music in Jazz and Studio Music - Performance & Arranging

Academic Overview & Description

Historic Mid-South music program providing advanced training in jazz improvisation, big band arranging, sound recording production, and commercial studio performance.

Funding & Financial Support

Funding Award

Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music Graduate Fellowships up to $14,000/year

Tuition Rate

$19,500/year

Application Fee

$35

Admission & Candidate Requirements

Academic GPA

BM or BA in music with GPA 2.75+ and performance audition

English Language

TOEFL 79+

Standardized Exam

GRE not required

Application Materials

Statement of musical objectives and repertoire list

Letters of Recommendation

Two faculty recommendations

Institutional Guidance

For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult University of Memphis's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.

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