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Students - M.M. in Jazz Studies
M.M. in Jazz Studies
Jazz Initial Proficiency Exams
Instrumental Emphasis
Composition/Arranging Emphasis
Jazz Exit Proficiency Exams
Instrumental Emphasis
Composition/Arranging Emphasis
Graduate Recital Guidelines
Instrumental Emphasis
Composition/Arranging Emphasis
General Recital Information
Oral Examinations
Instrumental & Composition/Arranging Emphasis
Jazz Initial Proficiency Exams
(Completion of a B.M. in Jazz Studies from the University of Oregon waives the graduate student from taking the Jazz Initial Proficiency Exams.)
For you to succeed in our graduate program, we require skills in certain areas be demonstrated before enrolling in specific courses. (For example: jazz piano and theory skills are required for both advanced repertoire and arranging classes). The Instrumental Emphasis Initial Proficiency (IEIP) and the Composition/Arranging Emphasis Initial Proficiency (CEIP) are the exams we use to check for these skills.
Initial Proficiency Exams are given during the year at the following times:
1) the week prior to Fall Term
2) Finals Week Fall Term
Instrumental Emphasis Initial Proficiency (IEIP)
( Instrumental Emphasis Majors Only)
NOTE: All elements of the IEIP must be passed before a Master's student may register for Advanced Jazz Repertoire I. However, all other jazz courses required in the degree may be taken.
a) Jazz Piano - comp through a standard chord progression by sight at a moderate tempo using left-hand bass and three-note right-hand voicings. (If deemed a deficiency, jazz piano may be taken concurrently with Advanced Jazz Repertoire I )
b) Jazz Theory - written exam
c) Jazz Improvisation and Repertoire - Perform the following on your instrument:
- Blues at all tempos in concert G, C, F, and Bb
- Rhythm Changes at all tempos in concert Bb
- a minimum of 30 standards/jazz classics by memory
Composition/Arranging Emphasis Initial Proficiency (CEIP)
(Composition/Arranging Emphasis Majors Only)
NOTE: All elements of the CEIP must be passed before a student may register for Advanced Jazz Arranging I. However, all other jazz courses required in the degree may be taken.
a) Jazz Piano - comp through a standard chord progression by sight at a moderate tempo using left-hand bass and three-note right-hand voicings. (If deemed a deficiency, jazz piano may be taken concurrently with Advanced Arranging I )
b) Jazz Theory - written exam
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Jazz Exit Proficiency Exams
The following proficiencies must be met prior to Graduate Oral Exams in jazz, but are not required before that time.
Exit Proficiency Exams are given during the year at the following times:
1) Finals Week Winter Term
2) Finals Week Spring Term
Instrumental Emphasis Exit Proficiency (IEEP)
(Instrumental Emphasis Majors Only)
NOTE: All elements of the Instrumental Emphasis Exit Proficiency must be passed prior to Graduate Oral Exams
a) Jazz Arranging - Scores with accompanying tape or CD of compositions and/or arrangements of two selections for jazz ensemble. At least one of these pieces should be scored for a large ensemble (10 or more instruments)
b) Jazz History - a written exam
Composition/Arranging Emphasis Exit Proficiency (CEEP)
(Composition/Arranging Emphasis Majors Only)
NOTE: All elements of the Composition/Arranging Emphasis Exit Proficiency must be passed prior to Graduate Oral Exams
a) Jazz Improvisation and Repertoire - Perform the following on your instrument:
- Blues at all tempos in concert G, C, F, and Bb
- Rhythm Changes at all tempos in concert Bb
- a minimum of 30 standards/jazz classics by memory
b) Jazz History - a written exam
Graduate Recital Guidelines
M.M. in Jazz Studies: Instrumental Performance Emphasis Majors
Students must complete two full-length public recitals, one of which demonstrates mastery of improvisation in historically significant styles. (See recital descriptions below.) In lieu of a second recital, a CD project may be recorded that features the candidate's performance abilities in the jazz idiom. Each recital/project must have prior approval from the jazz studies committee. (See timetable below.)
Historical Styles Recital
This recital will take on the form a lecture-recital. The recital should showcase the students understanding of and ability to create solos in the style of musicians significant to the development of improvisation on their specific instrument. In preparation for this recital, it is understood that candidates will study the works of great artists through the analysis of solo transcriptions and through practical application of these materials.
2nd Recital or CD Project
This recital/CD should be a musical showcase of your study at the U.O. and of your creativity. When picking your program, consideration should be given to presenting the full scope of your musical abilities in the best possible light. (See timetable below.)
M.M. in Jazz Studies: Composition/Arranging Emphasis Majors
Students must complete one full-length public recital which demonstrates mastery of composition/arranging in the jazz idiom. (See recital description below.) Each recital/project must have prior approval from the jazz studies committee. (See timetable below.)
Composition/Arranging Recital or CD Project
Compositions and arrangements of substantial dimension composed under the guidance of the jazz faculty may be presented in a public recital or submitted as a completed CD project. This recital/CD should be a musical showcase of your study at the U.O. and of your creativity. The recital/CD project must have prior approval from the jazz studies committee.
General Recital Information
(for both Performance and Composition/Arranging Majors)
You are the Star
Remember...Your recital is a showcase of YOUR talents. Arrangements should serve to feature you if you are a performance major. (Avoid solos by every member of the group through the course of a song.) If you are an arranger, your pieces should not rely heavily on extended improvisation to succeed.
Length of the Recital
1 hour at the minimum, 1 1/2 hours at the maximum.
Your Ensemble
It is your job to line up the musicians that will be accompanying you on your recitals. Choose your ensemble(s) carefully! You need to have musicians around you who are accomplished enough to perform convincingly in the style you are playing. It may be necessary to hire professionals in certain roles.
Recital Timetable of Events
In order for your recital to go smoothly it is important that you observe the following timetable and meet deadlines. Failure to do so may result in a delay or cancellation of your recital. A typical timetable of events follows:
Spring Term (One year before the recital) - Initial Recital Program Meeting
Fall Term - Submit Pre-Recital/Recital Schedule to Jazz Studies Committee for approval, revise Recital Program in consultation with faculty advisor
Winter Term - Submit Recital dates to School of Music scheduler for approval, submit Final Recital Program for approval, perform Pre-Recital Hearing
Spring Term - Graduate Recital
Initial Recital Program Meeting (One year in advance of recital)
You must set up a meeting with the Director of Jazz Studies to present a completed written proposal for your recital a minimum of three terms prior to the recital itself. Your proposal needs to include:
1) Repertoire
a) lead sheets/rough arrangements
b) approximate timings of each piece
c) improvisation/writing goals for each piece
d) plans for the completion of arrangements/compositions
2) Names of Accompanists
Pre-Recital/Recital Schedule Approval (Three terms in advance of the recital)
You must apply to the Jazz Studies Committee for Recital Schedule Approval a minimum of three terms prior to your recital date. Your proposal music include:
1) Three possible dates for your recital (dates that you have cleared with your accompanists )
2) Three possible dates for your Pre-Recital Hearing (dates approved by your accompanists)
School of Music Recital Schedule Approval (Two terms in advance of the recital)
You must submit your approved recital dates (as approved by the Jazz Studies Committee) to the School of Music scheduler in order to reserve the time and space for your recital. All necessary forms must be completed and submitted with your recital deposit.
Final Recital Program Approval (Two terms in advance of the recital)
You must submit a Recital Program as a written proposal to the Jazz Studies Committee for final approval at least 2 terms prior to the recital itself and no less than 6 weeks prior to your Pre-Recital Hearing. Your proposal must include:
1) Repertoire
a) lead sheets/arrangements
b) approximate timings of each piece
c) improvisation/writing goals for each piece
d) dates for completion of compositions/arrangements
2) Names of Accompanists
3) Final Pre-Recital Hearing Date
4) Final Recital Date
Pre-Recital Hearing (At least 6 weeks in advance of the recital)
This hearing is used to determine whether you are prepared to present your recital. Based upon your performance and the performance of your accompanists you will either be approved to present your recital as scheduled or asked to re-schedule at a later time.
Graduate Recital (Your Concert)
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M.M. in Jazz Studies: Oral Examinations (All majors)
Prior to graduation, final oral examinations are given to all M.M. in Jazz Studies candidates. The orals will emphasize jazz history, literature, and pedagogy. Candidates should be well acquainted with specific recordings, dates, solos, and compositions of great/significant artists in their primary discipline (trumpet, trombone, saxophone, piano, composition/arranging, etc.) as well as sidemen who have accompanied them. The candidate should also be prepared to discuss in detail literature/methods available to the contemporary jazz educator.
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