
Bachelor of Music in Jazz: Jazz Instrument or Voice
Helsinki, Finland
DURATION
6 Years
LANGUAGES
English, Finnish, Swedish
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
22 Jan 2025
EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2025
TUITION FEES
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* Applications are open 8-22 January 2025
Introduction
Why study here?
You can develop into a versatile jazz professional under the guidance of Finland’s leading musicians and international top names. We are known worldwide for our high-quality teaching, comprehensive curriculum, and abundant master class activity which also includes possibilities to play and work with top-notch international jazz musicians.
Content and objective of the program
This program is a combined 3-year Bachelor's and 2.5-year Master's degree. During your studies, you will receive the necessary knowledge and skills in African-American music, music culture, and performance practices to become a professional. Upon graduating, you may take on demanding roles as a musician, bandleader, composer, arranger, and pedagogue. Finnish jazz professionals such as Timo Lassy, Verneri Pohjola, Aki Rissanen, and Kalle Kalima are all alumni of the Sibelius Academy who have established themselves in the Finnish and international music scene.
Jazz students complete studies in ensemble playing, aural skills, rhythm, and arrangement that support their major subject. Optional studies and possible minor subject studies are also included in the degree. The degree also includes language and music technology studies.
Teachers
The Sibelius Academy’s teaching staff represents the top of the Finnish jazz scene.
Program Outcome
A student who has completed a Bachelor’s degree is expected to be familiar with the traditions and current trends of jazz and to have formed an original and specific artistic vision to guide his/her performances. The studies undertaken focus on stylistic and technical competence.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
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