Study music at JCC
The Music degree at Jamestown Community College prepares you to transfer and earn a four-year degree in music or a music-related field. You can pursue careers such as musician, performer, sound technician, music director, music composer, film producer, theatre manager, teacher, and arts administrator.
JCC’s program features a strong foundation in music alongside mathematics and science, social sciences, and humanities.
- You’ll take courses and electives in music theory, music ensembles, studio work, and music technology in our industry-standard studio spaces on campus.
- JCC’s Music department hosts concerts, guest musicians, and events that you can attend and participate in.
- If you want to expand your skills, the Music degree can be earned alongside the Digital Audio Production certificate.
You’ll work closely with your advisor to plan for your transfer institution. Most bachelor’s programs in music will audition and give placement tests to transfer students in solo performance, aural skills, music theory, and, often, piano skills. Tests in other areas are also possible, depending on the program and the institution.
Participate in music at JCC, regardless of major
You are welcome to take music courses and ensembles at JCC without pursuing a music-related degree. Get involved with theatre productions, voice and instrumental lessons, digital recording, and performing ensembles.
2022 median pay for entertainment and sports occupations: $52,940/year according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Where to study at JCC
- Fully available on the Jamestown Campus
- Some courses must be completed on the Jamestown Campus
- Computer lab with editing and mixing software
- Recording studio to create, edit, and master professional quality recordings
- Digital piano lab
Music skills
After you complete the program, you will be able to:
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of at least one element of music production.
- Demonstrate proper technique in personal musical performance.
- Demonstrate proper technique in ensemble musical performance.
- Demonstrate aesthetic understanding: the ability to understand and appreciate aesthetic forms of expression in music.
Local music opportunities
We have many music opportunities in the local community, including:
- Chautauqua County Music Teachers Association (CCMTA)
- Chautauqua Institution
- Chautauqua Regional Youth Symphony (CRYS)
- Community Music Project
- Infinity Visual and Performing Arts
- Jamestown Area Community Orchestra
- Jamestown Municipal Band
- Lucille Ball Little Theatre
- Reg Lenna Center for the Arts
- Warren County Summer Music School