Immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind creative community within New York City, a global center of the arts and culture. 

Degree Options

Students earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Jazz and Contemporary Music in one of these fields:

• Audio Production
• Bass
• Drums/Percussion
• Electronics
• Guitar
• Harmonica
• Piano/Keyboards
• Singer/Songwriter
• Strings
• Trombone
• Trumpet
• Tuba
• Woodwinds
• Voice

Some opt to pursue our BA/BFA program, a five-year dual-degree track leading to a BA in Liberal Arts and a BFA in Jazz Performance.

Explore interests outside your major across all of The New School’s schools and colleges. Our more than 50 minors enable you to expand your studies and become a more dynamic and multifaceted artist.

Masters-level student can pursue:

• Performer-Composer Master of Music (MM) degree, designed for musicians whose passion lies at the intersection of composition, performance, and improvisation
• Arts Management and Entrepreneurship (MA) degree, designed for performers who want to gain the necessary skills to become a multidisciplinary artist.

Prepare to thrive as a versatile, impactful and empowered creative professional.

• Study with our award-winning, legendary faculty of performers, composers, band leaders and creative technologists in a supportive and collaborative learning community.

• • Collaborate across performance, design, technology, and entrepreneurship.
  • Study different instruments and genres.
  • Explore diverse perspectives and refine your artistry.

Our project-based approach to teaching will engage you in real-world learning that inspires courage, creativity, and entrepreneurship. In this vibrant and supportive environment, emerging artists are uniquely prepared to thrive as versatile, impactful and empowered creative professionals.