The jazz ensemble rehearses once per week and performs at least one concert per semester. Favoring traditional big band instrumentation, and performing a variety of jazz styles, the ensemble is open to Smith and Five College students, as well as and members of the community (space permitting) with all levels of music training. Prior jazz experience is recommended but not required. S/U only. Instructor permission required.

One rehearsal per week; one concert per semester. Open (subject to space) to Smith and Five College students, faculty and staff. No prior experience necessary. S/U only. Instructor permission required.

A symphony orchestra open to Smith and Five College students, and members of the community. The orchestra gives at least one concert each semester and performs at annual events such as Family Weekend and Christmas vespers. S/U only. Instructor permission required.

S/U only. Instructor permission required.

S/U only. Instructor permission required.

S/U only. Instructor permission required.

Reserved for seniors who have been approved for Concentration in Performance. Two hours of performance lessons per week during the senior year. Credits: 8, at the completion of two semesters. No early registration. Audition required.

Prerequisite: MUS 924Y. This is a full-year course. Credits: 4, at the completion of two semesters. Department application require

This is a full-year course. Prerequisite: MUS 914Y. Credits: 4, at the completion of two semesters. Department application required.

This is a full-year course. Prerequisite: MUS 100 or equivalent. Credits: 4, at the completion of two semesters. Department application required.