Best colleges for jazz drummer son

You absolutely have the 3 I would recommend in CSUN, CSULB and UCLA.

My husband (bassist) attended CSUN, then transferred to CSULB after a year mainly because he had many gigs in OC area. He said it was a little challenging to break into the studio work near CSUN back then. He had the privilege of studying with John Clayton. :blush: Excellent programs and he had the opportunity to take production and engineering classes. Many/most of the current faculty are very active in the industry.

You might also look at CSULA. Our oldest kid (classical violinist) took a jazz class there last year and we attended a recital. Looks like a very good department.

We know a fair number of current students/recent grads at CSULB. They seem well trained and speak highly of the program. And they are getting good work.

Good luck!

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