Music

Level 2 Diploma in Music Industry Skills: Production

Introduction

Focus your thoughts and develop your talents preparing you for the step up to the Level 3 Music Performance or Creative Music Production. This bespoke course will give you a platform to explore the behind the scenes production that is the lifeblood of the music industry.

Join us and you’ll have the the chance to excel individually and also as part of a group. Following a thorough introduction to the vocational study of music, you can look forward to developing a professional approach to all aspects of the industry.

The music industry isn’t all TV talent show auditions. There’s a multitude of long-term career opportunities, all of them as creatively rewarding.

• Course Code

  Course Code:

  8514/

• Entry Criteria

  3 GCSEs (A*-D/9-3) including English, or Level 1 Diploma, you’ll also need to provide evidence of your interest in creating music. You will also be invited to attend a course introduction meeting.

• What will I study?

  Core subjects include:

  • PA systems - understand and operate the concert PA systems required for most of today’s music performances.

  • Recording techniques - become familiar with recording technology and techniques that will reinforce musical practice as well as developing important skills for progression.

  • Music business - the role of the individual, where there is a need for business and entrepreneurship skills

  • Music sequencing and composing - studying in our recording and editing suites, using the latest computing technology including Logic Pro and Pro Tools for music making.

  • Developing music theory - explore various music theories and understand the links between the theory and practical application

  • Music skill development - broaden your musical knowledge and skills by developing your knowledge and practical technique across a broad range of musical practices

  • Live event management

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  We offer a mix of practical and written work, preparing you for the future, whether that’s straight into work or further study at Level 3 where you can specialise in either Music Practise or Creative Music Production.

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  GEM & GAP

  There will be opportunities to improve your English and maths and take part in GAP work placements to develop the skills employers are looking for.

• What can I do next?

  Successful completion opens the door to progress to the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Practice or Creative Music Production. You'll continue to hone your skills and prepare you for a univeristy degree or HND Music here at college. Possible careers include music performer, sound engineer, songwriter, producer and music teacher.

  For more information visit the National Careers Service

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