Program Description
The Master of Music (M.Mus.) in Performance: Jazz Performance (Thesis) offered by the Schulich School of Music is a research-intensive program that emphasizes dynamic and experiential learning opportunities. The program's objective is to equip students with skills in performance, knowledge synthesis, and communication to either continue their studies or pursue professional opportunities.
Unique Program Features
- The program is flexibly designed to offer specialization in Jazz Composition, Jazz Performance, and Jazz Orchestra training;
- Coursework focuses in areas such as jazz pedagogy, composition, and arranging;
- Students benefit from close interaction with a diverse, creative, and professionally active faculty and access to outstanding ensembles including The McGill Jazz Orchestra, ten-piece McGill Chamber ensemble and wide range of jazz combos;
- The School houses several performance spaces, research & production laboratories, and two libraries with a vast collection of music resources.
University-Level Admission Requirements
- An eligible Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA out of a possible 4.0 GPA
- English-language proficiency
Each program has specific admission requirements including required application documents. Please visit the program website for more details.
Visit our Educational credentials and grade equivalencies and English language proficiency webpages for additional information.
Program Website
Department Contact
Graduate Program graduateadmissions.music [at] mcgill.ca (subject: MMus%20in%20Performance%3A%20Jazz%20Performance) (email)
Available Intakes
Fall
Application Deadlines
| Intake | Applications Open | Application Deadline - International | Application deadline - Domestic (Canadian, Permanent Resident of Canada) |
|---|---|---|---|
| FALL | September 15 | December 1 | December 1 |
| WINTER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SUMMER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Note: Application deadlines are subject to change without notice. Please check the application portal for the most up-to-date information.