Kidderminster College

Course Content

The music industry demands a large, professionally skilled workforce. This course aims to help learners obtain a flexible, vocationally relevant suite of popular music qualifications to develop the skills, knowledge and attitude required to carve a successful career within today's rewarding yet competitive music industry. Learners will be able to benefit from experienced tutors who have already achieved in the industry, such as course leader Kevin Gammond who, with ex-Led Zeppelin front man Robert Plant, has a successful career that spans decades. The MAS Records support network for the course has evolved via many new initiatives spearheaded by tutors Scott Garrett and Andrew Houston, including promotions at SXSW, the world's largest music conference, which is held in the USA; visits from top music industry speakers, such as Martin Atkins from Columbia College, Chicago; and monthly live events at the O2 Academy in Birmingham. Course content will cover:

• Composing Music (Ensemble Repertoire)


• Music Promotion


• Music Event Organisation


• Live Sound Recording


• Music Rehearsal Skills


• Live Music Performance


• Music Promotion (Internet)


• Musicianship

Jobs and Careers

A variety of career opportunities exist within the growing worldwide marketing and distribution systems on which the entertainment industry relies. Specific roles include the management of artists, the management of a record company, tour production, record distribution and music journalism.

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Course code:	FT012
Section:	Creative Industries
Progression routes:	Successful completion could allow you to progress onto these courses: Higher level courses in music management and related fields, including Higher National Diploma or BA (Hons) Degree courses in Music Industry Management.
Duration:	One year full time
Entry requirements:	Candidates of all calibres will be considered as there are optional study levels (1-3). Mature learners and those with substantial supporting evidence of experience will be considered on an individual basis. Preference given to candidates already part of a band.
Interview required:	Yes (with audition).
Fee:	If you are aged 19+ a fee may be payable - please check with Learner Services.
Additional costs / materials required:	None
Tutor contact:	Kevin Gammond on 01562 512120 kgammond@kidderminster.ac.uk, www.mightyatomsmasher.com
Qualifications gained:	RSL Level 2 Diploma for Music Practitioners.
Awarding body:	Rockschool Limited.
Examinations / assessment:	Practical demonstrations and assignments.