The course of study provides students 3-½ years of private vocal instruction, training in jazz, tap and ballet; and three years of acting training; students also will take courses in the history of ...

Our faculty provides diverse perspectives on the history and performance of jazz and its tributaries and creates a safe space for students to find their individual interests and musical voices.

“Birmingham has this jazz history that is really distinctive ... city that routinely offer traditional jazz music ( particularly with the Carver Theater still under renovation).