Sonic Boom of the South
Jackson State Univerity Marching Band

Music Programs

Music Programs At Jackson State University

Jackson State University is a fully accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). The following degrees are offered by the Department:

  • Bachelor of Music Education (B.M.E.) with concentrations in vocal music, instrumental music, keyboard, and Jazz
  • Bachelor of Music (B.M.) with concentrations in performance (vocal, instrumental, and keyboard), church music, and music technology
  • Masters of Music Education (M.M.E.) with concentrations in elementary, secondary (choral instrumental or general emphasis), junior college or comprehensive music education
  • Masters of Music (M.M.) with concentrations in performance (vocal, instrumental, and keyboard), church music, conducting (band , choral, and orchestral)

For additional information concerning degree requirements and scholarships and audition dates contact:
Dr. Jimmie James, Jr., Chair
Department of Music
Jackson State University
Jackson, Mississippi 39217
Phone (601) 979-2141
Fax (601) 979-2568

Jackson State University Band's Official website managed by the JSU band staff, Dr. Lewis Liddell, Sr., Director Of Bands.
The Jackson State University Marching Band, "The Sonic Boom of the South" is an ensemble of the Department of Music. Dr. Jimmie James, Jr., Chair.