Course description
You will study the UAL Level 2 Award and Diploma in Music Performance and Production, which covers a variety of music performance and production techniques; working on practical and theoretical skills that aim to develop your musicianship ready for progression to a Level 3 course, or into the industry.
Our courses are highly practical, with classes taking place in our specialist rehearsal rooms and studios.
Performances are held in our in-house stage area with industry-standard, live sound equipment and stage lighting. You will be taught by industry experts who have an extensive background in the music industry, instrumental knowledge, and technical skills.
Throughout the year we offer a number of opportunities for students to perform and gain work experience at events, venues and institutes locally.
Upcoming start dates
Suitability - Who should attend?
A minimum of three GCSEs at grade 3 or above (A*–D), including English Language and Maths, or equivalent.
All applicants will need to provide evidence of their musical experience, either with recorded examples (MP3, YouTube, Spotify, and SoundCloud are all acceptable examples) or an audition.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
Upon successful completion of this course, many of our students continue their education onto our Level 3 Music Performance and Production course.
Due to the broad nature of the music course, students could go on to specialise in areas such as music performance, production, audio engineering, music business, song writing, events management, musical theatre, music therapy, and live sound, either in the industry or through apprenticeships.
Training Course Content
The focus of the course is to bring students up to speed with the basic skills and techniques required for both music performance and production. You will work in bands with other musicians where you will undertake the challenge of learning and performing cover songs, as well as being introduced to songwriting and writing original material.
You will be introduced to the basics of music technology and live sound and will be expected to record and produce music using Logic Pro X.
Alongside this, you will be critically reflecting on your own progress on the course as well as learning about the music industry, business, history, marketing and music theory through classroom delivery and guest speakers.
Course delivery details
Working in specialist facilities, you will take part in regular rehearsals, workshops and internal performances to help develop your musicianship.
Assessment will take place at the end of term through individual and group performance tasks, live performances and coursework. There is no written examination.
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