Music Performance BA (Hons)

Develop your individual musicianship and ensemble skills to professional standards through the study and practice live and studio performance, instrumental lessons, as well as extensive study of the music industry including copyright, contract law and career pathways, allowing you to gain experience both specific to the music industry and wider creative careers.<br/><br/>Students are also expected to develop transferable skills in research, IT, presentation, teamwork, creative thinking, communication and project management.<br/><br/>Youll have access to our industry standard facilities which include nine recording studios (networked with Protools Ultimate, Ableton and Logic Pro), a range of mixing workstations, and a Production Lab with 24 Apple workstations. Our large rehearsal for practice and performance are fully equipped with backline and PA, as well as our Dolby Atmos mixing room, instrument and synthesiser collection.<br/><br/>Youll be taught by an experienced course team, many of whom are active industry experts with professional experience in performance, studio and live sound, electronic sound design and the business and culture of music production. Staff frequently engage with on-going research in music composition, performance and production. And the team’s industry links have also enabled a hand-picked selection of students to record at the world renowned Abbey Road Studios, as well as the opportunity to take part in the annual Anthems event, performing to their peers and members of the public.