STUDY MUSIC AT SAGE GATESHEAD

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1 STUDY MUSIC AT SAGE GATESHEAD

2 PORTFOLIO CAREER IN MUSIC Successful musicians sustain a career in music by being able to apply their musical skills STUDY MUSIC ON ONE OF OUR ESTABLISHED COURSES, DELIVERED IN THE UNIQUE AND STUNNING ENVIRONMENT OF SAGE GATESHEAD, AND YOU WILL DEVELOP ALL THE SKILLS YOU NEED TO BUILD A PROFESSIONAL CAREER IN MUSIC. in many ways, for example as performers, teachers, producers or composers. This way of working is known as having a portfolio career. The courses at Sage Gateshead have been designed so that you can focus on the elements which you think will be most relevant to you and your professional music career. There are two main routes to graduation, depending on your aspirations, and these can be adapted to suit your personal preferences. There really is no better place to learn your at the heart of a vibrant, professional music craft than by coming to Sage Gateshead to organisation, based in a stunning international BA (Hons) Community Music BMus (Hons) Jazz, Popular and study music, where you will join an inspirational venue. With excellent resources, a state-of-the- for musicians who also see themselves Commercial Music community of outstanding musicians with a art learning environment and comprehensive as teachers, and whose motivations may for musicians who want to develop their passion for playing, producing and teaching student support, you can be confident that the be socially-engaged as well as musical technical musical skills (e.g. performance, music. Studying music at Sage Gateshead is a knowledge and skills you will take from here (e.g. wanting to work with children and production, composition) to the highest unique experience that you won t get anywhere else. You re not just learning about the music profession, you re learning inside it, right will provide you with the best start possible to develop and sustain a professional career in music. young people, or people with disabilities, the over-50s, music therapy, in schools or community settings) possible standards 2

3 WHO WE ARE WHAT WE HAVE All teaching and learning is situated within the We stage over 400 gigs a year featuring At Sage Gateshead, you will experience high Sage Gateshead is equipped with: premises and the practices of Sage Gateshead. Sage Gateshead is respected nationally and internationally as a pioneer in the fields of music education and performance as well as being a renowned music venue with world international household names as well as up and coming artists, and over 70,000 people participate in our Learning and Participation programme each year, in every kind of music imaginable. There is no other musical community quality teaching and learning, excellent resources and facilities and up-to-date connections to potential employers and the wider music industry. Studying music at Sage Gateshead is a unique Outstanding performance spaces of acoustic excellence (Hall & Hall 2) Northern Rock Foundation Hall a large performance and rehearsal space class acoustics. It directs and delivers one of of practice like it, which is why becoming a part experience; as well as access to all of the on- A twenty-six room Music Education Centre the largest and most diverse music participation of it will give you the best start to your career. campus facilities in Sunderland you d expect, where all undergraduate teaching happens programmes in the UK with a faculty of around 00 musicians, including professional community musicians, teachers and performers.es. sagegateshead.com Sage Gateshead is unique as a music Both of our music courses are validated by the University of Sunderland, so you will gain an honours degree from a highly respected higher education institution, with an established and varied portfolio of vibrant dance, drama, music and performing arts courses on the Sunderland you become a member of the community of musicians at one of the UK s most exciting music venues, with many benefits. You can book Sage Gateshead s acoustically treated rehearsal rooms for your own personal practice and / or band rehearsals. You will develop your skills as a The Music Learning Resource Centre a technology suite with up-to-date software Access to Gateshead College s library and a dedicated HE room for all your reference materials, five minutes walk organisation in that it recognises equally the campuses and in partner institutions. musician alongside established practitioners, and A vast collection of resources including artistic value of both musical performance and sunderland.ac.uk/performing_arts you will also have the opportunity to take part in instruments and equipment participation. extra-curricular workshops and masterclasses with visiting musicians, as well as discounted deals for Sage Gateshead s amazing programme of Other venue facilities such as a café, shop and a brasserie performances. 3 4

4 join our community of musicians A unique aspect of studying at Sage Gateshead is the opportunity to meet and interact with hundreds of professional musicians. In addition to timetabled classes with tutors of the highest calibre there is also the chance to work with and perform alongside many of our visiting artists. Imogen Heap Programme Tutors and Lecturers ROUTES INTO HIGHER EDUCATION If you would like to study for a degree at Sage Gateshead but don t have the necessary qualifications you could consider the Level 3 Popular Music Course or HE Access Course at Gateshead College. 5 Sting For further information please highereducation@sagegateshead.com 6

5 BA Hons) COMMUNITY MUSIC 3 YEARS FULL-TIME UCAS CODE WX39 Entry requirements TYPICAL OFFER In the region of 220 points from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent. For more information on entry requirements for this course see page 4. What is Community Music? Students and graduates of this course say themselves personally, artistically, socially and there are a number of aspects to studying culturally through music. Community Music Community Music (CM) at Sage Gateshead: encourages musical excellence and innovation, whilst enhancing the quality of life for people - Working in Communities - community in all communities, enhancing community musicians are simply musicians who regularly cohesion, and the social and economic aspects teach or facilitate groups of participants, as of community regeneration. a key part of their professional portfolio of employment. Most musicians teach at some 3 - Sage Gateshead Community uniquely, point in their career, and this course helps you you become part of Sage Gateshead s to develop strong teaching and leadership community of musicians skills. Community Music involves using your own musical skills to help others make music, 4 - Student Community learning the skills and is an exciting opportunity for musicians and values which underpin Community with a passion for making a difference or who Music means feeling part of a community want to put something back. This might involve yourself. This course is structured to promote This innovative course is designed for anyone who is musically skilled, from school leavers to working with amateur choirs and orchestras, cooperation and collaboration with your peers, professional musicians, who want to apply their talents to working with people in a broad range of for example, or groups of young people or and working with students from other years educational and community settings. You may already be an established performer, or have previous people with disabilities. and other programmes. We go out of our way experience of leading / facilitating others music-making. Sunderland is proud to be the only university to ensure the diverse musical experiences and in the North East offering students the opportunity to study for a Community Music degree. 2 - Building Communities - as a community Who is this course for? skills of everyone on the course is valued by all. musician, you help other people develop 7 8

6 COURSE CONTENT This is a practical course where you will develop As well as class-based study and skills your creative and artistic skills to facilitate development, you will develop your practical musical activity with others through projects, teaching and facilitation skills through regular placements and community events. You will also opportunities to be part of real world practical develop transferable skills in communication, projects within Sage Gateshead s extensive organisation, self-resilience, leadership, Learning and Participation programme, teamwork and evaluation. You will develop which works with over 70,000 people every an awareness and understanding of distinctive year in over,000 projects of every kind of traditions, conventions, practices and contexts music-making imaginable. By working closely that have helped shape contemporary practice with more experienced practitioners inside within community music and you will become outstanding authentic music education projects, familiar with current trends and developments. you will learn and develop the actual practical skills to do this kind of work when you graduate. You will have the opportunity to study: Indeed, graduates from the course are often Musicianship employed by Sage Gateshead, and recent Music teaching, facilitation and leadership undergraduates have even found employment Personal and professional practice within Sage Gateshead s Learning and Business and enterprise Participation programme while still studying on Music in context the course. Recent graduates who ve gone on to Creative arts practice study for a Postgraduate Certificate in Education Independent study tell us that what they learned on the course has given them a practical advantage in securing a PGCE place, and a head start in becoming a music teacher. Teaching and Assessment You will be taught by an experienced teaching team of musicians from Sage Gateshead, with excellent national reputations as musicians and music educators, and tutors from the University of Sunderland. You will be continually assessed via individual and practical projects, presentations, research documentation, essays, critical evaluations and public performances. successful careers as musicians, recent graduates have been employed in youth work, teaching, performing arts, social work and other related fields. You may also consider postgraduate study through the University of Sunderland s Post Compulsory Certificate in Education and Training, a qualification for Teaching in Further Education. Post-Graduation Throughout the course, you will develop your own musical skills, and learn how to inspire, motivate and organise others to enjoy music making. You will develop the skills you need for 9 variety of directions; as well as developing There is an equal focus on developing as both musicians and as educators, with a lot of learning in a successful portfolio career in music, typically one area being applied to the other. For example, everyone in Stage 2 leads a student ensemble in with a mix of performance, composition, a genre of their choice, which helps to develop leadership skills which you can then apply in your teaching and community work. On graduation, educational work. you will be able to develop your career in a Please note that successful applicants to this course are required to undergo the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) process in order to proceed with their course. If you don t intend to include teaching or facilitation as part of your career, you may wish to apply for BMus (Hons) Jazz, Popular and Commercial Music (page ). 0

7 BMUS (HONS) JAZZ, POPULAR AND COMMERCIAL MUSIC 3 YEARS FULL-TIME UCAS CODE WX39 COURSE CONTENT Teaching and Assessment Our teaching staff are all professional musicians with established national profiles in the fields of jazz, popular and commercial music. Their experience and expertise continuously inform the curriculum, creating a stimulating, vocational environment where you will encounter a journey of discovery, reflection and achievement. This nurturing atmosphere, combined with an inspiring curriculum, will encourage you to discover and realise your full potential in your chosen musical career. This course has developed and extended links with external professional music practitioners, the music industry and professional organisations through ongoing consultation, visiting lecturers Entry requirements TYPICAL OFFER In the region of 220 points from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent. For more information on entry requirements for this course see page 3. and masterclasses. Recent masterclasses have been delivered by Sting, Bill Frisell, Bill Bruford, Yellowjackets and Mark Knopfler. You will have the opportunity to study: Post-Graduation Who is this course for? If you are a music practitioner who is keen to work professionally in a variety of music styles and genres, then this course is for you. On a modular basis, you will study a carefully selected range of core subjects, complemented by projects in areas of your own interests. The course offers you the opportunity to study music in the UK and has produced many outstanding professional musicians over the years. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the theory and practice of music making, enabling you to understand and challenge the nature of the music industry and achieve Instrumental Tuition Ensemble Studies Music Technology Harmony and Arranging History Keyboard Studies Aural and Critical Studies Performance On graduation, you will be able to develop your career in a variety of directions; as well as developing successful careers as musicians, recent graduates have been employed as producers, composers and teachers. You may also consider postgraduate study through the University of Sunderland s Post Compulsory Certificate in Education and Training, a qualification for Teaching in Further Education. professional musicianship at undergraduate success in a range of careers. You will be Production If you intend to include a large element of level, developing practical, technical and theoretical expertise through intellectual discipline. This established course was one of the first to be developed for jazz and popular assessed through performance, written essays, musical scores, written and practical examinations, seminar presentations and practical assignments. Composition Improvisation Teaching teaching or facilitation as part of your career, you may wish to apply for BA (Hons) Community Music (page 7). 2

8 HOW TO APPLY Our cutting edge courses are open to a range of musicians drawn from the broadest range of genres from jazz, popular and world, to folk and classical. We are looking for students who are confident musicians (grades not necessary) and who bring commitment and passion to their chosen course. Our typical offer will be 220 points from a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent. We also require three passes at GCSE grade C or above which must include Maths and English Language or a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number. Musicians with alternative qualifications and experience will be considered. If English is not your first language, you will also need a minimum of IELTS 6, or equivalent. BMus (Hons) Jazz, Popular and Commercial Music BA (Hons) Community Music Please submit your application through UCAS using the code WX39 more details at ucas.com If you are successful in your application, you will be required to undergo the DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) process to allow you to take part in music projects with various groups. You will need to have successfully completed the DBS process, for which there is a fee, before starting the course. Preparation In applying for this course, you will be invited to take part in both a group workshop and an interview. You will be invited to play and/or sing and undertake a short, written task as part of the interview process. We are interested in your musical skills and your potential as a music leader and team player. Please submit your application through UCAS using the code W340 more details at ucas.com Preparation In applying for this course, you will be invited to attend an interview, audition and examination, for which a fee is payable. This process will allow us to make a detailed assessment of your personal strengths and weaknesses as a potential professional musician. As a result, we will offer you valuable, constructive advice that you can use to build a self-development plan for the future. The audition will involve performing two contrasting pieces and undertaking sight reading and aural tests. The equivalent of an Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Grade 8 performance standard is normally required. You will be expected to demonstrate the equivalent of the ABRSM Grade 5 music theory such as scales and chords, in a written paper. You will be asked to demonstrate an aptitude for composition and arranging. A knowledge of the basic equipment and processes involved in music recording and production will normally be expected. You will also be assessed on your general communication skills. During the interview, you will be given an opportunity to discuss your aims and objectives, as well as ask any questions you may have. 3 4

9 GRADUATE CASE STUDIES Emily Blyth BA (Hons) Community Music graduate Emily graduated with first class honours from the BA (Hons) Community Music degree in 204. She came to the degree as a mature Laura Reavley Alongside the delivery on the degree we were BA (Hons) Community Music graduate able to meet and network with professional student looking for a change of direction after Laura is a classically trained piano and seven years in the financial services industry, woodwind instrumentalist who now works as a and this turned out better than she ever could Project Musician at Sage Gateshead. have expected. Emily is also an active member of the Green Party. Gateshead which was invaluable! I can honestly say I would not be where I am without the degree! My favourite thing about Studying at Sage Gateshead was an being a Project Musician is the wide variety invaluable experience. I was studying of people I work with and in very different I discovered a love of teaching adults and alongside working musicians as well as being settings. My current working week involves older people, and had the chance to work as able to see how a music organisation works. running a Choir for people aged over 50, a choir leader while completing my degree. Being at Sage Gateshead for my degree gave Leading mixed ability Adult Learning Classes I m now living in another part of the country, me a real-life experience which enabled me for Saxophone and Flute, running Family and the skills and experiences I gained while to learn and be inspired by all of the music Music Sessions for Under 5 s and Babies, : studying and working at Sage Gateshead around me! Instrumental lessons for Young People with have given me the confidence to set up my own projects as a teaching musician. The amazing thing about studying at Sage Gateshead is that you re immersed in an incredible, diverse musical world, with performances and teaching happening all around you every day. The wealth of opportunities for students to develop skills, network with professionals, and gain useful experience is enormous. 5 musicians both within and outside Sage Learning Difficulties and Disabilities as well as The skills and experience you gain from a working in a Special Needs School delivering degree in Community Music really prepares part of the Music Curriculum! No two days are you for working with people who have a ever the same and that s exactly why I love it! diverse range of abilities. At the same time it challenges you to think about why you do I also have the opportunity to write and what you do and the impact it can have on arrange music for groups which is another yourself as a musician as well as those you passion of mine. There is a great sense of work with. achievement when you see a group perform something you have written/arranged! 6

10 Paul Susans BMus (Hons) Jazz, Popular and Commercial Music graduate I graduated from the BMus (Hons) Jazz, Sage Gateshead has been central to my Popular and Commercial Music degree course career since it was founded. Studying here, in I first borrowed the school Bass being employed as a trainee and now Guitar for the summer holidays when I was teaching have been key developments for me 3. I have since built a glowing reputation as a musician. Not to mention the countless as a performer and educator, worldwide. I gigs I have played here, in every imaginable play bass instruments for Newcastle s own performance space. I would wholeheartedly wandering minstrels, the Baghdaddies, as recommend studying music here, as it provides technology, business skills, as well as the large well as being an academic tutor at Sage a unique student experience that, in addition network of talented musicians I developed Gateshead since 202. Over the years, it to excellent courses and tutors, gives students I chose the BMus (Hons) Jazz, Popular and through being part of the course. The course s has been a privilege to work with the Mark immediate access to many of the region s most Commercial Music degree as I found that graduates are musicians of a consistently Williams trio, Keith Morris, Peter Wiegold, exciting professional projects. My aim for the many other courses on offer were too limiting outstanding standard. I certainly felt I learned Nitin Sawhney, Brendan Murphy, Paul Edis, future is to continue to grow and learn as a in their focus, being either Jazz or Popular all of the skills required to enter the world Alan Barnes, and Zoe Gilby. musician. music. The fact that this course covers a much of the session musician with full confidence, wider range of styles really appealed to me, and it fills me with confidence when I play and I felt this would be a big advantage alongside other musicians that have graduated looking forward towards my professional career. from the course as I know they ll be up to the job! I currently work as a Record Producer and Studying Music at Sage Gateshead is a Engineer, getting to work alongside some of great opportunity for students. They get to the world s top flight producers and artists. I m study within a world class concert venue, also a freelance drummer which has seen me and perform on stages that have hosted the perform at the O2 Arena, Glastonbury Festival world s top musicians. With links to the Sage and European rock festivals to audiences of Gateshead International Jazz Festival and 20,000 people. The degree set me up with a opportunities for students to perform within the whole range of skills that have been essential building, there is the chance for students to to my professional work. I am also now a tutor graduate with a CV that already includes one on the course. As a producer, I use many of of the world s leading venues. Adam Sinclair BMus (Hons) Jazz, Popular and Commercial Music graduate daily basis; understanding of harmony and arrangement, composition, aural skills, music the skills developed through the course on a 7 8

11 STUDY MUSIC AT SAGE GATESHEAD Try us out What s it like to be a student at Sage Gateshead? The best way to find out is to get a feel for it yourself and come for a visit. We will gladly give you a tour of our fantastic building and hopefully we can introduce you to some of our current students. Please register your interest with us by ing highereducation@sagegateshead.com and we ll be in touch. Contact us For more information about our courses and staff, please visit Sage Gateshead s website at sagegateshead.com/join-in/further-and-highereducation Otherwise, please feel free to us at highereducation@sagegateshead.com or call Kitty Porteous (Higher Education and Research Support Manager) on +44(0) You might also like to visit University of Sunderland at one of their open days on campus. For more information, visit the website at You can also contact University of Sunderland s Course Helpline on +44(0) or visit Newcastle/Gateshead Quayside sagegateshead.com