This course concentrates on the four main areas within the music industry.
Musicianship: This is concerned with your improvement as a musician. You will develop knowledge of theory and also become a better player.
Units in this area:
- Aural Perception Skills
- Listening Skills for Music Technologists
- Music Theory and Harmony
- Music Performance Techniques
Performance: You will learn about how to choose a balanced repertoire, good practice and rehearsal schedules along with working to a timescale. You will be a member of one of the several groups that we form every year and will take part in regular performances.
Units in this area:
- Contemporary Songwriting Techniques
- Working and Developing as a Musical Ensemble
Technology: What's the use of getting a good band together, working hard and then producing a weak demo? You will learn how to record successfully and to understand just what to use as demo material.
Units in this area:
- Music Production Techniques
- Sequencing Systems and Techniques
Industry: Who does what in the music industry? Learn about why you need a manager or an agent, what the A&R department will do for you, the benefits and pitfalls that await artists and (most importantly) how to earn money from your music.
Units in this area:
- The Sound and Music Industry
This is a Study Programme for students who are 16-18 years of age.
To study a Level 3 qualification, you will need:
A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grades 4-9 including English and/or Maths (or L2 Functional Skills in English and/or Maths)
OR
A relevant Level 2 qualification and English or Maths at Grade 4 or above (or L2 Functional Skills in English and/or Maths)
Successful audition
If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please contact the ESOL department on 0151 551 7144.
Own instrument required e.g. guitar or drumsticks if a drummer.
Employment in music related industries; Professional musician. Further/Higher Education opportunities include entry to Higher Education.
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If you are aged 16-18:
Free
This study programme is free for students, who are aged 16-18 on 31 August, and students aged 19-24 with an Education, Health & Care Plan.
If you are aged 19 or over:
If you are aged 19+ and living in the Liverpool City Region (inc Wirral), many courses will be free. If you are aged 19+ and live outside the Liverpool City Region, this course may be free. Terms & conditions apply.
If you are aged 19+, you may be able to apply for a 19+ Advanced Learner Loan (which is available for this course).
Did you know that many of our courses are free for students aged 19 and above?
Find out if you are eligible for free funding here, or contact our student service team on 0151 551 7777.
If you are required to pay a fee you may be entitled to an Adult Learner Loan or other financial support. For more information on support available visit Bursaries and Loans. We also allow payment by instalments for some courses.
Fee : £5250.00
The fee quoted is for the academic year 24/25.
For advice and guidance, please contact Student Services via our online enquiry form