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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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Academics
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Audio Production Concentration (BFA)
Instrumental Concentration (BFA)
Vocal Concentration (BFA)
Performer-Composer (MM)
Private Lessons
Ensembles
BA/BFA Dual Degree Program
Bachelor's-Master's Program
Minors
Performance and Learning Opportunities
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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Faculty
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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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Performance
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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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Student Life
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Artist Life in NYC
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Our Campus
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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Outcomes
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Music Industry Internship Program
Notable Alumni
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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Admission & Aid
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Find information and support to navigate the School of Jazz and Contemporary Music's application and financial aid process. Learn more about audition materials and requirements as well as key deadlines.
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Faculty

Leonard White

Part-Time Faculty

Email
whitel1@newschool.edu

Office Location
I - 55 West 13th Street

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Current Courses

Lessons 2000/3000: 4
JLES 3004 - Fall 2026
Lessons 2000/3000: 8
JLES 3008 - Fall 2026
Lessons 2000/3000: 12
JLES 3012 - Fall 2026

Future Courses

Lessons 2000/3000: 4
JLES 3004 - Spring 2027
Lessons 2000/3000: 8
JLES 3008 - Spring 2027
Lessons 2000/3000: 12
JLES 3012 - Spring 2027

Past Courses

MMPC 4 Lessons
CLES 5040 - Spring 2026
Lessons 2000/3000: 4
JLES 3004 - Spring 2026
Lessons 2000/3000: 8
JLES 3008 - Spring 2026
Lessons 2000/3000: 12
JLES 3012 - Spring 2026

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