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We will help you become a leader in today’s global jazz scene while you immerse yourself in jazz culture in the heart of Greenwich Village. Our world-renowned faculty have the mastery to develop your potential as a performer, and provide the real-world knowledge that will help you succeed beyond graduation.

Bachelor of Music
Jazz Studies

Specialize in jazz composition or performance, perform with ensembles and in New York City's leading venues, and study one-on-one with world-renowned jazz artists.

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Master of Music
Jazz Studies

Perform weekly at landmark venues, study one-on-one with our internationally acclaimed faculty, and build a professional career in the modern jazz industry.

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Artist Diploma
Jazz Instrumental Performance

For advanced students and young professionals seeking to enhance their performance careers, this artist diploma immerses you in the Greenwich Village jazz community.

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Doctor of Philosophy
Music Performance and Composition: Performers

Conduct cutting-edge research, perform on stage at NYU and throughout New York City, and study with world-renowned artists.

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Doctor of Philosophy
Music Performance and Composition: Composers

Create a highly personalized program as you refine your compositional voice to write large-scale works and embark on significant research for in-depth study and writing.

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NYU Jazz Interview Series

Hear in-depth discussions with jazz greats in the Jazz Interview series, hosted by Music Professor Dr. David Schroeder.

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News and Events

NYU Jazz Orchestra & Combo Nuvo Perform the One World Suite

Combo Nuvo was created to explore the diverse experiences of musicians who have traveled across the globe, bringing their influences back home to Greenwich Village where they work and play. “One World Suite” is Combo Nuvo’s...

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Spring Jazz Festival: Mingus, Brazilian Music and Dezron Douglas Ensembles

Steinhardt Program in Jazz Studies presents Mingus, Brazilian Music and Dezron Douglas Ensembles

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Spring Jazz Festival: Michael Wolff, Michael Rodriguez and Patricia Brennan Ensembles

Steinhardt Program in Jazz Studies presents Michael Wolff, Michael Rodriguez and Patricia Brennan Ensembles.

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Spring Jazz Festival: Dave Pietro Quartet

Steinhardt Jazz Studies presents the NYU Spring 2023 Jazz Festival, featuring current jazz students, faculty, and some of the best musicians NYC has to offer. This evening's performance features Director of Jazz Studies Dave...

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Spring Jazz Festival: Dion Tucker Ensemble and NYU All-University Jazz Orchestra

Steinhardt Program in Jazz Studies features the Dion Tucker Ensemble and NYU All-University Jazz Orchestra.

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Spring Jazz Festival: Brad Shepik Ensemble and NYU Jazz Orchestra

Steinhardt Program in Jazz Studies features the Brad Shepik Ensemble and NYU Jazz Orchestra.

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Spring Jazz Festival: Ron McClure, Tony Moreno and Billy Drewes Ensembles

Steinhardt Program in Jazz Studies features: Ron McClure, Tony Moreno and Billy Drewes Ensembles.

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Jazz Spring Festival: NYU World Music Ensemble at the Blue Note

Lead by Brad Shepik, the NYU World Music Ensemble explores the fusion of various World folk music originating from the Balkans, Africa, and South East Asia with jazz improvisation and aesthetics. This afternoon performance takes...

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Jazz Spring Festival: Martin Wind Ensemble at the Blue Note

Steinhardt Program in Jazz Studies presents an afternoon performance at the Blue Note Jazz Club featuring the Martin Wind Ensemble.

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Percussion Performance to Commemorate Black History Month

NYU Steinhardt’s Percussion Ensemble will perform Tim Adams’ "8:46” to commemorate Black History Month. The program will also feature the world premiere of Lenny White’s "The Magnificent Seven" and a rare arrangement of Duke Ellington’s "Malletoba Spank."

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NYU Jazz Cast Series Features: Author Michael Wolff

The latest interview in The NYU Jazz Cast Series, produced by Dr. Dave Schroeder Music Professor of Jazz Studies, features author and jazz pianist Michael Wolff.

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Jazz Alum Awarded Guggenheim Fellowship

Jazz Studies alum Rafael Rosa (MM ’14) is a recipient of the 2022 Guggenheim Fellowship.

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"On That Note" by Jazz Pianist Michael Wolff is a Memoir Filled with Music, Pain, and Laughter

Michael Wolff, adjunct professor of Jazz Studies, is an award-winning jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader. Recently, he added another notch to his creative belt with the release of his memoir, On That Note.

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Not Throwin' Away His Shot: An Interview with "Hamilton" Music Director Ian Weinberger

An interview with Jazz Studies grad student Ian Weinberger, music director for "Hamilton."

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The Artistry and Education of Gui Duvignau, Bassist, Jazz Studies Program

Gui Duvignau, musician and jazz studies major and is draws inspiration from his travels, and from performing rock, Brazilian and ‘world’ music, and studying contemporary music. 

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Questions 

If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact jazzstudies@nyu.edu.