Music Performance Level 3

The programme is suitable for all types of musicians and singers. Specific classes and aspects of the curriculum cater for individual needs whilst providing a foundation of skills and knowledge that prepare you for a career as a musician and creative artist.

The Music Performance course will prepare you for a professional career in music and to study music at degree level through a broad and exciting range of music and musical activities.

Our music course tutors and instrumental teachers are all experienced professional musicians, many of whom teach at degree and masters levels.

The emphasis is on practical skills, performance development, musicianship, composition, and academic work, underpinned by classroom tuition and various extracurricular events such as workshops and gigs.

Delivery is through a combination of practical music making, classroom theory, seminars, tutorials and assignments. The course also provides many opportunities to participate in a wide range of musical experiences.

In addition to your main programme, you will engage in activities to develop your English, maths and employability skills.

You will complete the UAL Diploma in your first year and continue to the Extended Diploma in your second year.

Music Performance Level 3 course units and topics include:

• Composing Music
• Concert Production and Staging
• Improvising Music
• Music Performance Session Styles
• Music Performance Techniques
• Music Theory and Harmony
• Operating Live Sound and Music Sequencing.
• Weekly Performance Workshops
• Composition and Arranging
• Developing Aural and Musicianship Skills
• Musical Theory and Harmony
• Workshops and Concerts by Professional Musicians and Ensembles
• Exploring Music History
• The Music Industry

• 5 GCSEs (9-4) including English, or Level 2 Functional Skills equivalent, or satisfactory results (Merit/Distinction) in a relevant level 2 qualification
• An audition to demonstrate musical ability at Grade 4/5 or equivalent

All eligible applicants will be auditioned and should have sufficient ability to succeed on the course. Candidates will be expected to perform on one instrument (which can include voice) to a good level of proficiency at equivalent to grade 4/5 Rockschool or ABRSM examination standard or above.

Course leader Michael Allen (FGSMD) is an expert in preparing students for conservatoire and university entrance. Learners will receive individually tailored tuition that builds their skills and knowledge to meet their needs and ambitions.

The course team work together to give you a learning experience and skill set that will ensure you can achieve your musical and artistic goals.

Students have gone on from the course to pursue careers in all aspects of the music industry from performing, teaching, composing and arranging to arts management, journalism and studio recording.

Around 90% of our students progress to higher education.  Many learners progress onto Music honours programmes at universities and colleges such as The Guildhall School of Music and Drama, The Royal Academy of Music, Rotterdam Conservatoire, and The Royal Northern College.

A career in music might focus on education work (teaching or working as a performer in education), on composing and arranging, on technology (recording or instrument technology), on management and administration or on a full range of opportunities in the publishing and retail sectors.

Facilities include

• Professional Concert Hall
• 2 Recording Studios
• Music Production Suite
• 20 Practise Rooms with pianos
• Dedicated Band Rehearsal Rooms
• Performance Area and Live Recording Studio
• Large Teaching Spaces