Popular Music - Level 3 90 Credit Diploma - One Year

What you need to know
How will I study?

You will learn how to; improve your instrumental/vocal technique; perform with confidence as a soloist and band member; perform in a variety of musical styles; use a recording studio effectively; use computer based technology to create, edit and notate music; read and write musical notation; write about music; create songs and compositions, market your skills as a musician; work with others to plan, rehearse for and promote performances. You will learn about; the history and social context of popular music; the structure and working of the music industry; jobs in the music industry.
How will I be taught?

You will experience a wide variety of teaching methods. Instrumental and group performance skills will be taught through practical rehearsals and workshop sessions. Studio Recording and Music Technology will be taught through hands on experience of industry standard equipment and software. A more classroom based approach will be used in subjects such as The Music Industry and Music Theory.
How will I be assessed?

A wide variety of assessment methods will be used. These will include; practical performances, continuous observation of work, written assignments, group presentations, timed practical tasks, portfolio building and classroom tests. Several units will be externally assessed