Jazz
Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen
Key Information
Campus location
Groningen, Netherlands
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
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Application deadline
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Earliest start date
Sep 2024
Introduction
Study a Bachelor's in Jazz in the Netherlands
Our Jazz Programme ‘New York Comes to Groningen’, offered by Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen, is unique in the world for two reasons:
1. Alongside the strong Groningen staff, top New York artists travel to Groningen to teach in our programme on a rotating schedule. Every week of the year, you’ll be able to learn from another New York artist, allowing you to develop yourself into a professional jazz artist.
2. All students (bachelor and master) work with all of the NY-artists, irrespective of the student’s instrument. Bachelor’s courses include theory, ear training, composing, arranging and a wide variety of workshops. In addition, there are ongoing weekly lessons from a world-class Dutch faculty.
Programme structure
You start performing publicly from day one. The emphasis is on expanding your stage experience. You also learn to play the piano in order to better understand musical theory. You participate in studio projects and you follow courses in jazz arranging and composition. Your main instrument and the New York faculty classes are the focus throughout your entire study programme.
In addition to your private lessons, you will play in various ensembles. We also organise a trip to New York every year. The didactic subjects and musical entrepreneurship are offered in the second and third year. At the end of the fourth year you will conclude your studies with a final concert, displaying the musical vision that you have developed. We have no limitations in terms of instruments. Basically every instrument is admissible.
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Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Hanze UAS has various scholarship possibilities to aid students financially if they meet the requirements.
For more information, please visit the university's website.
Program Outcome
Bachelor of Music
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Graduates are trained to be professional musicians and are equipped for a musical career, performing in various ensembles, in all styles of jazz. You will know how to promote yourself and your group. You will be able to compose and arrange music for all kinds of ensembles and orchestras. You can teach others at a music school or privately. Most graduates are self-employed, pursuing ‘portfolio careers’ that combine performance with teaching.