Music (Contemporary Pop Voice & Performance)

About this programme

This course combines one-to-one vocal technique classes, vocal group work, performance and movement and dance workshops. This makes it the right choice for strong vocalists who want to pursue a career as a lead singer, vocal group member, backing vocalist or session singer. Expert one-to-one vocal tuition and movement dance and performance workshops develop your performance skills and stage craft. This is supplemented by group vocal performance workshops; aural, rhythmic and music tech skills workshops; and opportunities to gain an understanding of music theory. You will develop your practical and business skills which support you to achieve your professional and creative goals. You will also gain a deeper understanding of core popular music academic and research skills. You train in, and draw inspiration from, a diverse, culturally eclectic, creatively experimental and industry relevant learning environment. You can collaborate with musicians working across an exciting variety of genres and styles, as well as dancers, filmmakers, engineers and live music managers. You will benefit from regular visits from industry guests, masterclasses, A&R showcases and auditions. Performance opportunities include bi-weekly Songwriters’ Showcase and Jukebox Shuffle (live covers with house band), weekly live band gig nights for new original music, and 2ube Xtra, an annual showcase festival of around 50 original live band performances in the Paul McCartney Auditorium and other LIPA venues. Vocal ensembles and choir also appear in public shows including the annual Christmas Concert at th