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The School of Jazz and Contemporary music is renowned across the globe for its artist-as-mentor approach. We offer legendary musicians as mentors, small ensemble-based performance, a progressive curriculum, as well as access to unique musical internships and opportunities across New York City.
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Audio Production Concentration (BFA)
Instrumental Concentration (BFA)
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The College of Performing Arts offers two master’s degrees designed to cultivate the creativity and entrepreneurial agency of performing artists. They draw on the strengths of all three schools within the college — Mannes, Jazz, and Drama — to serve students whose work defies traditional boundaries and impacts society.
Arts Management and Entrepreneurship (MA)
Performer-Composer (MM)
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Our distinguished faculty is at the core of our progressive music experience. While other teachers might put you on a strict track, these legendary musicians become your mentors. They help you develop the intellectual confidence and freedom to experiment, take risks, and find your voice.
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Students at Jazz pursue what makes them unique contemporary musicians. They reach across disciplines, explore new methods of creation, and reinvent old forms. Explore their groundbreaking and courageous performances and work.
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At Jazz, immerse yourself in a creative community of legendary teachers and passionate students, ready to collaborate with you. Learn more about our community of vibrant artists, scholars, activists, and innovators.
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Train to become a contemporary and relevant jazz and contemporary musician. Learn to embrace collaboration and develop entrepreneurial skills. See stories from our award-winning and world-famous alumni and see how we prepare for life as a 21st-century artist.
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Faculty

Ahmed Abdullah

Part-time Assistant Professor

Email
abdullaa@newschool.edu

Office Location
A - 66 West 12th Street

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Leader of own ensembles since 1972, with current band Diaspora; performed and/or recorded as sideman with numerous artists including Sam Rivers, Rashid Ali, Arthur Blythe, Billy Bang, and Ed Blackwell. Worked with Sun Ra as a key member of the Arkestra with performances worldwide and more than 25 recordings spanning 20 years.

Future Courses

Sun Ra Orchestra
JPER 4594 - Spring 2027

Past Courses

Improvisation Ensemble
JPER 4500 - Spring 2026

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