Three Month Course in Drumming and Percussion Performance
The Three Month Course is also a OTC OCN full-time vocational course,
specifically
created to start equipping drummers with the awareness and
skills needed to thrive in
today's music business.
It features the
same innovative and cutting edge curriculum, the same outstanding
instructors
and the same entrance requirements. And because it is the first term of
the
One Year Diploma, students wishing to continue their studies with us can
seamlessly
progress onto terms two and three.
There are no age limits or academic
prerequisites, but students are required to take
an assessment prior to
enrolling on the course.
The Certificate has four intakes - in January,
April, July and October. Each course
runs for 10 weeks terms with mid
term break.
COURSE OVERVIEW
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Drum Concepts covers all essential conceptual aspects of drumming,
including styles, grooves and musical feel. You will also look at the
mental approach to performing and practicing.
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Drum Techniques focuses on the mechanical, physical and ergonomic
principles of
hand and foot technique. You'll look at
co-ordination, control, speed, endurance and
mobility to develop
effective self-expression on the kit.
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Contemporary Styles will give you the low-down on the latest styles at
the cutting edge of music. You'll look at what's required to play
these styles authentically, and then at how to program them, as well
as the use of MIDI systems and studio techniques.
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Rhythm Section Skills explores in detail the relationship between the
drummer and the bass guitarist. Drummers work on a stylistically
varied repertoire of tunes, looking particularly at technique, time,
groove and feel.
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Latin Percussion will develop your understanding of the principles of
African, Cuban
and Brazilian rhythms, and give you a sound grasp of
hand percussion. You'll also apply what you learn to popular music.
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Studio gives you a direct insight into the professional recording
environment. You'll get hands-on experience and really have your
playing challenged! Includes setting up, mic-ing techniques,
recording, interaction with other musicians and studio awareness.
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General Musicianship introduces drummers to essential musical
concepts, including key signatures, harmony, notation, melody, scales,
chords and songwriting. This will enhance your ability to communicate
about music and create it effectively.
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Sight Reading covers everything from basic note values and rests,
right up to
transcribing, chart-reading and performance in relation
to different musical styles.
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Live Performance Workshops are your chance to put it all into practice
on stage in a live band situation! Working under the guidance of
experienced professional musicians, you will move through a range of
styles throughout the year, including rock, pop, jazz, funk and RnB.
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Masterclasses are your chance listen to and learn from some of the
best in the
business. Recent visitors to the school have included
Chad Smith, Gary Husband, Ian Pace, Mark Mondesir, Dave Lombardo, Ian
Thomas and Ralph Salmins, who is also a Patron of Drumtech.
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Business is an important area for any musician. You'll get the
low-down from agents, record companies and fixers about the nature of
the business, and how to stay in it.
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Practice booths are available seven days a week for you to perfect
your skills.
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Student Support is your chance to book a one-to-one session with a
tutor to discuss any aspect of the course.
Open College Network
The Three
Month Certificate course in Popular Music Performance is fully
accredited by the OCN OTC (Oxford, Thames and Chiltern), which is part
of the Open College Network.
Students who are on the Three Month
Course will receive a certificate from OTC OCN with details of the
modules that they have achieved.
