I’m currently a graduate student study in Piano Performance. I’m thinking about go for another Master degree of Jazz Studies. Since I do not have any background of Jazz, I’m wondering if there is anything I need to be aware of or be prepared. Looking for any kind of suggestion or thought! Or particular school recommendation? Thank you in advance!
I studied classical piano, but my daughter loves jazz piano. I was really surprised at how much there is to it! I think you would need to get a private instructor to teach you jazz scales, transcription, improvisation skills, etc. It’s not something you’re going to pick up in a couple of months.
Yes, a completely different animal. There’s all the theory, as mentioned above, plus jazz ensemble techniques (like comping) that you would be expected to know well by the time you’re in graduate school. As suggested, a private teacher for theory, and I’d start taking some ensemble classes once you have enough theory in place to play.