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Name of the curriculumJazz and Improvisational Music
Speciality codeJMi-2023
Program code215388
Curriculum level master´s
Language of study english
Total capacity120 EAP
Mode of studyfull-time study, part-time study
Study programme groupmusic and theatre arts
Additional informationThe study programme is included in the study programme group of Music and Theatre Arts and the studies may be conducted according to Government of the Republic Regulation No. 62 of 11.07.2019 "Standard of Higher Education", appendix 3
Official length of programme2 years, 120 European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System credits (ECTS)
Curriculum registered12.05.2020
Altering curriculum15.04.2020

Conditions of admission - required prerequisites
Bakalaureusekraad (Bachelor's degree), rakenduskõrgharidusõppe diplom (Diploma of Professional Higher Education) or a corresponding qualification (240 ESTC credits). Additional specific requirement - Bachelor level musical preparation.

    - special requirements:
       

- entrance examinatsions, tests, include transcripts of previous education with application
Entrance examination in specialty field
Program goals
The goal of the program is to
- provide students who have completed bachelor's studies, with an education on a high international standard in the field of jazz music or contemporary improvisation, responding to the requirements of contemporary musical life and directed to the development of creativity; completing the program is a pre-requisite for entering doctoral degree studies;
- support an open social and cultural environment that assists in mastering and applying the knowledge and skills both related to the major field of study and others described in the curriculum;
- create conditions for developing human self-reflexion and a holistic understanding of the world;
- develop communicative competence, sense of responsibility, leadership and collaboration skills of the student.

Learning outcomes of program
Upon completing the curriculum, the student will be able to:
1. Demonstrate proficiency in main instrument, contemporary or jazz improvisation, various styles and repertory on a high international standard; apply technical skills in ensemble/band both as participating musician and ensemble leader, adapt to various performing and recording situations, be co-operative and effectively express and communicate creative ideas.
2. Display systematic knowledge of jazz or contemporary improvisation history until the present day, the main structures and concepts, and its cultural and social background.
3. Display readiness for independent work, including working in international framework, exhibiting initiative, responsibility, leadership and teamwork abilities.
4. Teach, instruct, and transmit information competently and professionally.
5. Demonstrate advanced knowledge of some other field/fields related to music or cultural entrepreneurship.
6. Creatively integrate and apply the knowledge and skills obtained from the study into independent artistic activity.
7. Communicate and participate in his/her own language of instruction, and at least one more language, in musical discussions and on various musical topics; present and argue, both in written and verbal form, issues and theories related to one's field of study.
8. Effectively participate in team work both at work and in everyday life, display social responsibility and exhibit tolerance for different attitudes and values.
9. Take proper decisions in ethically complicated situations, demonstrate awareness of the moral and ethical aspects, as well as the possibilities, limitations and wider consequences of one's professional activity, discuss and argue topics and issues related to music and cultural life.
10. Evaluate critically the knowledge and skills obtained, continue further with professional studies and develop one's understanding of both music and culture in general.

The content of study program
The curriculum consists of the following components and modules:
A Major 30 credits
B Practical courses related to major 35 credits
- additional practical courses for jazz music
- additional practical courses for contemporary improvisation
C Music theory, music history, pedagogy and general studies 35 credits
- courses related to music theory, music history, pedagogy and general studies
D Master's degree examination, 15 credits
E Freely chosen courses 5 credits

Status of module


Requirements for graduation; qualification documents - graduation thesis, examinations:
the curriculum will be completed by obtaining the 105 credits (major 30 credits, practical courses related to major 35 credits, courses related to music theory, music history, pedagogy and general studies 35 credits, freely chosen courses 5 credits) and passing the Master's degree examination 15 credits.

- final certificate, diploma, qualification certificate:
Master's Diploma, Diploma Supplement

- obtained degree:
kunstide magister /Master of Arts/
Level of qualification: Second cycle higher education, Estonian Qualifications Framework Level 7, European Qualifications Framework Level 7
Academic department: Department of Composition and Improvisational Performing Arts
Major and minor field of study, specialization
Major field of study: Jazz music, 120 ECTS credits, Contemporary improvisation 120 ECTS credits
Specialization:
IM13 Contemporary improvisation
JM11 Jazz Music (Keyboards)
JM12 Jazz Music (Guitar)
JM13 Jazz Music (Percussion)
JM14 Jazz Music (Bass)
JM15 Jazz Music (Voice)
JM16 Jazz Music (Saxophone)
JM17 Jazz Music (Violin)
JM18 Jazz Music (Trumpet)
JM19 Jazz Music (Trombone)
JM20 Jazz Music (Flute)
Access to further study: Doctoral Program
Professional status: The right to be employed in a position requiring Master's Degree or corresponding qualification