Music (Songwriting and Production)

About this programme

This course is ideal for musicians who see the studio as their natural creative environment. It reflects the industry’s increasing demand for producers who can collaborate and originate material with an artist, and for songwriters who can run a session or create high quality demos of their material. Expert songwriting and production guidance from industry experienced lecturers develops your songwriting and production skills. This is supplemented by vocal production group workshops as well as aural, rhythmic and music tech skills workshops. You will gain a deeper understanding of music theory and 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. You will graduate with an impressive and distinctive portfolio of original songs and productions showcasing your creativity and collaborations with songwriters, musicians and technicians. This module is a broad introduction to desktop recording concepts with the aim of providing a solid base for further creative practice at LIPA. Key skills are introduced to develop existing and new