Music, Management & Sound 2

Description

The aim of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to build on the knowledge gained in QQI Level 5 Music, to enhance their career prospects in the music industry and/or allow them access to further educational opportunities.

The Music, Management and Sound 2 course is also suitable for experienced musicians who wish to progress to Higher Education and includes preparation for auditions/ entrance exams.

RPL FOR MUSIC (RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING):

Where a learner does not have a major award at Level 5 in Music or equivalent but has some competency in the field of music performance and production, such as skills acquired from relevant life and/or work experience, Cork ETB will facilitate RPL for access purposes. In this case, they must demonstrate equivalence in Level 5, i.e., they must be able to evidence music skills at the audition process which equate to a minimum of a Level 5 on the framework in order to allow them to successfully participate in this programme. The applicant must also satisfy the entry criteria.

The specific Recognition of Prior Learning Process for this programme which has three aspects.

•    Aural test in which the learner will demonstrate that they have the aural skills and competencies equivalent to QQI Level 5 standards.

•    Audition in which the learner will demonstrate that they have the musical skills and competencies equivalent to QQI Level 5 standard.

•    Interview in which the learner will be asked subject specific questions to allow them to demonstrate that they have the musical knowledge equivalent to QQI Level 5 standard.

The music department staff will oversee the RPL process for this programme.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

•    Applicants require Music QQI Level 5 award or equivalent.

•    All applicants are interviewed and auditioned.

•    Places are awarded on suitability.

DURATION:

One year full-time.

CERTIFICATION:

•    QQI Level 6 Music (6M20602).

COURSE CONTENT:

The following subjects may be offered:

Music Theory & Practice II - 6N20601

This programme aims to develop the skills acquired in Music Theory & Practice Level 5. It will equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the area of practical musicianship to function independently as a session musician/arranger/performer/musical director in the industry.

Music Performance - 6N20600

Studio & Location Sound Production - 6N4981

Entrepreneurship - 6N1941

Event Management - 6N4800

Work Experience* - 6N1946

Personal & Professional Development* - 6N1949

* There is a choice between Work Experience and Personal & Professional Development.

Excellent progressions opportunities including:

•    MTU: BA (Hons) in Popular Music (CR125 – CR129) (depending on principal instrument).

•    Music Degree courses in Ireland and abroad.

•    SPECIAL FEATURES:

•    The college has 6 ProTools workstations and a fully functioning recording studio on site with facilities that include digital editing, mixing and MIDI. Particular emphasis is placed on the assessment of the musician’s live and technical performances as they progress throughout the year. The college has access to full backline, instruments, P.A. system and rehearsal spaces.

•    CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:

•    Live performance, Sound engineering (studio and live), Management, Agency, Promotion, etc.