Free Level 2 Music Course in Penzance

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body

About this course

Free Level 2 Music Performance and Production Course in Penzance. Classes run at Penwith College, full-time during the day. This is a practical, creative course covering performance, composition, music technology, and rehearsal processes. You'll develop skills across the music industry, including performing on stage and producing your own music. The course runs for one year. You'll need GCSE grade 3 or above in English and Maths, plus at least two other subjects at grade 3 or above. You don't need a music qualification, but you should be proficient on an instrument.

Who this course is for

Are you looking for a practical and creative music course which includes performing on stage and producing your own music? This course allows you to develop a range of professional music industry skills such as composition, listening skills, rehearsal processes and music technology.

The Level 2 Award in Music Performance and Production has been developed to provide you with an understanding of Music Performance and Production as a collaborative activity and prepare you for the reality of the sector, as well as give you tools for progression onto Higher Education and into Employment, discussing different paths available to you. The qualification has been designed for students who have an interest in music performance and/or music production or a related subject who wish to explore and extend this interest via a full-time, immersive learning experience. Alongside your performance skills, you will also learn the technical aspects of music production using our industry standard software and recording equipment.

Entry requirements

You will need to have gained a grade 3 in both English and Mathematics plus a grade 3 or above in at least 2 more subjects at GCSE level to do this course.

You do not need a music qualification but proficiency in an instrument is key.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop performance skills, including rehearsing and performing on stage.
  • You'll learn composition techniques to create your own music.
  • You'll build music technology skills to produce and record tracks.
  • You'll practise active listening skills relevant to the music industry.
  • You'll work collaboratively, understanding music performance and production as a shared activity.
  • You'll explore rehearsal processes used by working musicians.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom and on stage. Teaching covers performance, production, and composition through active participation. Assessment is based on coursework and practical performance tasks. You'll work individually and as part of a group, reflecting how the music industry operates.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Penwith College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You should be able to play an instrument, as proficiency is a requirement of the course.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Music performer: work as a live musician in bands or solo.
  • Music producer: create and record tracks in a studio setting.
  • Session musician: play on recordings for other artists.
  • Music technician: support live events and studio productions.
  • Sound engineer assistant: assist with audio at live venues or studios.
  • Music teacher assistant: support music tuition in schools or community settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Performance or Music Production: a natural next step if you want to deepen your skills and keep your options open for higher education or the music industry.
  • Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Music Technology: focuses on the production and recording side if that's where your interest lies.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Music: a higher education route for those aiming toward a degree-level qualification in music.

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