MUSIC PRODUCTION AND PERFORMANCE
Course lengths: 16-38 weeks Course level: 2-3 Assessment method: Practical coursework and portfolio materials.
This music performance and production course is designed to help you tailor your learning towards your own talents and preferences. Whether you're a traditional musician or aspire to be the next big rap or grime artists, want to organise events, or produce the theme for the next big game, this is a step towards your career dreams. You'll take part in collaborative and individual project work, taking on typical industry roles and completing a work experience portfolio with employers as part of your study programme. Students will build specialist skills from areas such as music production, business, technology and performance, with an opportunity to focus on a specialist subject in assignments.
Specialists subjects could include: The technical specifications of recording equipment, Studio recording, Mixing and mastering, Software editing techniques, Production techniques (sampling and sequencing), Rehearsal skills, Performance skills, Software programming, Composition, Live sound engineering, Events management, Music business and Research projects
Course progression includes applying for university courses or starting an apprenticeship/ job in the sector.
Career opportunities include performing, composing, music production, music/event management, music broadcasting/journalism, working as a session musician, music therapy, teaching, and sound engineering. Roles in related fields could include arts administration, event management, theatre/stage management, sales, tour management, merchandising, and public relations.
