Music: Getting Gig Ready SCQF 6 (Online Virtual Classroom) NQ

Calendar iconStudy mode: You take fewer course units/modules per week compared to full time.

Mortar board iconCourse type: NQ

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Computer and book iconLearning mode: You access classes and/or materials digitally.

Clock iconDuration: Part time: 19 weeks

Book and tick iconHow: You attend classes at scheduled times, shown on your timetable.

What is special about this course?

This online course will take you through the steps of preparing and performing your own gig. The course is entirely online which means that you can study at your own pace with weekly drop-ins to catch-up with your tutor.

With the skills built up on this course you will have the knowledge to set up your equipment, prepare, promote, and then perform a gig, either online or in front of a live audience.

 

There are no formal entry requirements, however candidates need to demonstrate sufficient ability on chosen instrument to perform live.

Throughout the course students will look at how to set up equipment, rehearse and prepare a set list, promote a gig and finally perform a gig.

Content will include:

  • Sound reinforcement
  • Understanding the signal path  
  • Creative project
  • Live performance promotion in the UK music industry  

How will I study my course?

  • Part Time
  • Online

Online learning, with regular 1-1 feedback sessions arranged with tutor. 

How long will my course last?

19 Weeks

Start date

Study on this course can start at anytime throughout the year.

Fees

Find out more about fees, fee waivers and funding options.

What can I do on completion of my course?

This course provides a stepping stone to getting back to performing in public as a full or part-time musician. You can also progress from this course to our HNC or HND Music, which can lead onto the BA Applied music course.

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