Free Level 3 Music Performance and Production Course in Southend-on-Sea. Classes run full-time at South Essex College Southend Campus over two years. This free music performance and production course is open to learners with four GCSEs at grade 4/C or above, including maths and English, or a Music Performance Level 2 Extended Certificate with equivalent maths and English. You'll also need to attend an interview event. Units cover arranging, composing, improvising, music theory and harmony, ensemble work, session styles, and singing and performance techniques.
Who this course is for
This course will advance your skills and enable you to go on to further study.
Entry requirements
four GCSEs at grade four/grade C or above, including maths and English, or * Music Performance Level 2 Extended Certificate plus maths and English at grade four/grade C or above, or equivalent * successful attendance at interview event
What you will learn
You'll develop performance skills across a range of session styles and techniques
You'll study music theory and harmony
You'll practise arranging and composing original music
You'll build improvisation skills in a musical context
You'll work as part of a music ensemble, planning and delivering group projects
You'll develop singing and performance techniques
You'll strengthen your listening skills as a musician
You'll build maths and English skills alongside your music studies
How you will learn
You'll be assessed through practical assessments and live performances, coursework, and presentations. Classes are delivered in person at South Essex College Southend Campus. You'll take part in an audition as part of the entry process before the course begins.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Essex College Southend Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Music performer. Work as a session musician or live performer
Music producer. Create and produce tracks in a studio setting
Sound technician. Operate audio equipment for live events or recordings
Music teacher or tutor. Teach music in schools or privately
Recording studio assistant. Support production and recording sessions
Events and live music coordinator. Organise and manage live music events
What you could study next
A degree in Music Performance, Music Production, or a related subject at university. This is the most common next step after completing a level 3 music performance and production qualification.
A Higher National Diploma (HND) in Music. A two-year higher education route if you want to develop specialist skills before moving into the industry or onto a full degree.
