i play guitar sing a wright songs and have done for many years so this is why i have chosen this, as my guitar experience will help me to further my song weighting capability
At BIMM we recognise the unique talent required to be a songwriter. The BA (Hons) Songwriting has been designed to specifically nurture your creative flair for composition and lyric writing.
With a strong focus on writing technique, analysis and personal stylistic development you will be encouraged to explore your creativity as an artist in a range of disciplines from solo and group performance to commercial songwriting. And music production including work for film, television and online channels.
To be successful as a songwriter a detailed understanding of the music business is essential. We will share our understanding of music publishing, contracts and recording technology and deliver our teaching in line with the latest trends and directions in the evolving music industry.
Your course will culminate with a professional project that is designed to give you the opportunity to develop a live industry project of your choice, to give you a head start into the workplace when you graduate.
At BIMM Brighton you will be part of a creative community of talented writers, performers and music industry professionals. There is no better place to learn your craft and to bring your talent to life.
Year 1: All students take the following mandatory modules in their first year of study:
- Songwriting Techniques
- Arrangement Analysis
- Music Business and Study Skills
- Artist Development and Entrepreneurship
- Songwriting Workshop
- Music Theory and Arrangement
Completion with 120 credits achieved allows students to progress to Year 2.
Year 2: All students take the following mandatory modules in their second year of study:
Cultural Perspectives
- Research Methods
- Music Publishing
- Composition Theory
- Professional Songwriting
- The Songwriter/Producer
Furthermore, students will select another module from the following list:
- Studio Recording
- Performance in Context
- Studio Musicianship
Year 3: All students take the following mandatory modules in their third (and final) year of study:
- Personal and Business Development
- Analytical Perspectives
- Commercial Songwriting
- Professional Songwriting Project
Furthermore, students will select another module from the following list:
- Solo Performance
- Ensemble Performance
- Music Business Studies
- Music Teaching Practice
In addition to practical and academic lessons, course delivery is supported by BIMM’s comprehensive tutorial system that enables every songwriter to benefit from widespread access to music industry professionals for expert help and advice. There are also many extra-curricular activities including rehearsing, recording and performing in public, and visits from high-level professional musicians and other music industry personnel.
Please Note: Module names and structure may change during the validation process.
YEAR 1
- Songwriting Techniques
- Music Theory and Arrangement
- Music Business
- Songwriting Styles and Genres
- Vocal and Lyric Techniques
- Music Theory and Arrangement
- Live Performance Workshop
YEAR 2
- Music Theory and Arrangement
- Songwriting Styles and Genres
- Studio Recording
- The Songwriter/Producer
YEAR 3
- Cultural Perspectives
- Music Publishing
- Research Methods
- Creative Processes
YEAR 4
- Professional Development
- Commercial Songwriting
- Online Music
- Analytical Perspectives
- Professional Project
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