Course Modules

The second year of study is intended to develop an exploration of musical style in practical work and to encourage a willingness to approach new and more ambitious repertoires. A more sophisticated relationship to presenting performance and to preparing for […]

The second year of study is intended to develop an exploration of musical style in practical work and to encourage a willingness to approach new and more ambitious repertoires. A more sophisticated relationship to presenting performance and to preparing for

This module will be delivered in workshop/masterclass style sessions, which balance theoretical and practical concepts, addressing aspects associated with the craft of expressive music performance, including the development of expressive facility, the art of responsiveness, using artistic performance devices and

Previous jazz experience is needed to take this module. This module will explore the roots of jazz, primarily focusing on the development of jazz between 1890 and 1930 and critically analysing the social, political and cultural context in New Orleans.

This module explores the psychology involved from both the teacher and student perspective during musical learning. You will gain a general understanding of the historical framework of learning theories and social frameworks within psychology. Specific relationships to musical learning and

You will develop your knowledge of a variety of repertoire in the three main languages being studied, with weekly lectures in French, Italian and German. You will be exposed to essential language skills and pronunciation for song and opera, and

This module will explore the local and national marketplace for instrumental, vocal or dance teaching, as well as music and musical theatre performance and acting. It will introduce you to a number of different models of successful positioning within it.

This module will explore the local and national marketplace for instrumental, vocal or dance teaching, as well as music and musical theatre performance and acting. It will introduce you to a number of different models of successful positioning within it.

This module will introduce a range of techniques in structuring lessons, communicating expressive, musical concepts and problem-solving designed to create an exciting and stimulating learning experience for individual learners embarking on the early stages of study. You will engage in

This module is designed to help you identify challenges in your journey towards becoming a trained professional, and to provide a variety of tuition and support opportunities for personal development. You will explore a range of different strategies designed to