BIMM Dublin Prospectus 2015/6

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Prospectus 2015/2016

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Dear Student Welcome to your BIMM Dublin 2015/16 prospectus. Inside you’ll find everything you need to make an informed choice about the next stage of your education.

Since BIMM Dublin was established three years ago, our aim has been to help every aspiring musician and music-industry professional achieve their personal goals via experience, professionalism and qualifications that will lead to a sustainable career in the music industry. We’re located on Francis Street and The Coombe in south Dublin city centre, and are part of the BIMM Group of colleges with centres in Brighton, Bristol, London and Manchester – each with state-ofthe-art facilities and equipment.

We currently offer two courses: the BA (Hons) in Commercial Modern Music (DT506) and the CPD Diploma in Professional Musicianship, both validated by DIT. The BA (Hons) course is the first degree of its kind to be offered in Ireland. It’s a four-year performance-based programme equipping you with the tools to succeed in a sustained career as a musician. The CPD Diploma is a part-time one-year programme, ideal for anyone who wishes to further their musical abilities, but can’t make the commitment or lacks the entry requirements to undertake a full-time programme. Students on these programmes specialise in one of five streams – Guitar, Bass, Drums, Vocals or Songwriting.

In September 2014 we’ll commence teaching a new private BA (Hons) Music Production degree validated by the University of West London, a validating partner with the BIMM Group since 1996. The BA (Hons) in Music Production is a specialist vocational programme designed for those wishing to pursue a range of music industry roles such as producer, live sound technician, sound engineer, film and television technician and computer music designer with the added bonus of studying alongside the largest cohort of contemporary music students in Ireland, thus opening up a wealth of networking opportunities.

As a BIMM Dublin student you’ll be taught by a top-class team of tutors and will have the opportunity to attend Masterclasses with internationally renowned artists. All BIMM Dublin students are registered with DIT, giving them access to a wide range of services including learning support, careers, accommodation service, library, IT facilities, finance assistance and leisure and sports facilities. All of our courses are designed to help you reach your full potential as a musician. If you want to get on in music, you need to get connected, and there’s no better place to do this than at BIMM. We look forward to welcoming you as a future student.

Yours sincerely,

- DARA KILKENNY Principal, BIMM Dublin

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CONTENTS 5

About BIMM

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Dublin – The Place to Study

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Life at BIMM

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Masterclasses

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Careers in the Music Industry

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Student Success

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Tutors

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Course: Professional Musicianship - CPD Diploma

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Course: Commercial Modern Music - BA (Hons)

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Course: Music Production - BA (Hons)

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Summer Schools

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Student Services

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How to Apply

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Fees and Grants

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Education Partners

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Accommodation

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Open Days

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Contact Information

Really impressed with what you have here, you’re very lucky.”

- ROGER DALTREY

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ABOUT BIMM AT BIMM YOU WILL BE PART OF A CREATIVE COMMUNITY THAT GIVES YOU THE BEST OPPORTUNITY TO GET THE MOST FROM YOUR TALENT AND WORK IN ONE OF IRELAND’S BIGGEST AND MOST CELEBRATED INDUSTRIES. The Irish and British music industry is worth over £4bn annually and employs over 140,000 people. For over 10 years, BIMM has been producing some of the industry’s brightest talents, from best-selling artists such as Tom Odell to leading songwriters, musicians, agents, producers, journalists, business professionals and major-label managers.

Location is vital to breaking into the music industry, so we have based our five institutes in Dublin, London, Manchester, Brighton and Bristol. These cities have thriving music scenes that allow you to make the most of our world-class connections and to help you have the best possible experience of what life is like in the music industry. In this creative environment you can network and develop lifelong contacts while performing and staging gigs at local venues and festivals, as well as working with record labels, music producers and rehearsal studios.

All of our colleges offer fully accredited courses and are QAA-assured. Our tutors are experts in their field and still tour, play and produce music with some of the biggest recording artists in the world such as Radiohead, Van Morrison, Paul Weller, Madonna and Paul McCartney.

WHY DUBLIN? Dublin has a long history embracing creativity and celebrating diversity. With a passion for live music, a large student population, one of Europe’s most vibrant arts scenes and the finest bars and shops Ireland has to offer, it is the perfect place to immerse yourself. The footpaths are lined with live-music venues, from legendary pubs to landmark arenas, while the city also hosts several international music festivals, including Longitude and Forbidden Fruit.

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DUBLIN THE PLACE TO STUDY

MUSIC IS AT DUBLIN’S VERY CORE. EVERY NIGHT OF THE WEEK YOU’LL HEAR THE SOUND OF LIVE MUSIC PULSING ACROSS THE CITY, WHETHER IT’S INTERNATIONAL ACTS AT THE 02 AND THE ACADEMY OR LOCAL BANDS, DJS AND ARTISTS – SOME OF THEM FROM BIMM – ON STAGE AT ONE OF DUBLIN’S HUNDREDS OF ICONIC VENUES, BARS, PUBS AND CLUBS.

The lecturers are really good people to know. They tell you all the information they’ve learnt throughout the years. You’re getting as much information as you can [over] four years. I think it’s great” - LORCAN O’DWYER BIMM Dublin BA3 Bass Student

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Dublin is music. It is a vital, living part of the city’s identity with music venues on every corner, from iconic arenas to atmospheric bars. A stroll around Dublin is like a musical history tour. From the musical hub of Dame Street to The Workman’s Club and The Grand Social – venues run by music fans for music fans – the soundtrack to Dublin is as varied as it comes: trad to electro-pop, folk to rock, pop to rockabilly, all blaring out from pubs and bars. Just follow your ears.

Throughout the year the city is buzzing with world-renowned festivals, including Longitude, Temple Bar TradFest, Dublin City Soul Festival and Forbidden Fruit, bringing together musicians and making it a magnet for creative people from all over the world.

Outside of the thriving music scene, you will never be short of things to do in Dublin.

Explore the city’s teeming nightlife, relax in the cosy cafes, bars, parks and restaurants and immerse yourself in the country’s history and culture in the city’s many museums and galleries.

WHELAN’S From Jeff Buckley to Arctic Monkeys, for decades the world’s biggest acts have been playing at this eclectic, legendary pub in the heart of the city. It is a Dublin institution, summing up the city’s attitude to music: they love it live and they love it diverse, with separate gigs often happening on different floors at the same time! BIMM Dublin gigs are regularly held at Whelan’s and many BIMM Dublin students perform here with their own bands.

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LIFE AT BIMM AT BIMM WE WANT TO HELP YOU BROADEN AND DEVELOP YOUR SKILLS AS A MUSICIAN OR AS A MUSIC-INDUSTRY PROFESSIONAL. WHETHER IT’S LEARNING INSIDE THE CLASSROOM, IN A STUDIO, ON STAGE OR AT A FESTIVAL WE WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH ALL THE OPPORTUNITIES YOU NEED TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS THROUGH FULL-ON IMMERSION.

GUESTS AND MASTERCLASSES We believe that to be the best it helps to meet the best. So we encourage and help you to network with and meet leading music-industry professionals. We use our connections to attract A-list musicians, songwriters, label executives, A&R reps and booking agents to share their knowledge with you in weekly masterclasses. Previous speakers include Red Hot Chilli Peppers drummer, Chad Smith, Kings of Leon producer, Ethan Johns, and MD of Universal Music Ireland, Mark Crossingham.

BIMM ALBUM Every year we use our in-house record label to release an album featuring a host of BIMM musicians. You get to record at a professional studio with engineers and producers. BIMM bands and artists submit demos for inclusion on the album, which is released to the public and industry professionals to showcase the best of BIMM talent.

GIGS Live music is a huge part of what we do at BIMM. It’s not all about coursework, revision and exams – you will be heavily involved in Dublin’s live scene throughout the year, whether it’s gigging, rehearsing or promoting. We also run and put on our own shows, showcasing our musicians, bands and songwriters at the end of each term at a series of gigs across the city.

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I felt I finally fitted in there...

You could do your own thing and that’s what we did.”

LUKE PRITCHARD – The Kooks, BIMM Graduates

MASTERCLASSES PREVIOUS BIMM GUESTS INCLUDE...

CHAD SMITH

ETHAN JOHNS

LIANNE LA HAVAS

GUTHRIE GOVAN

FREDO ORTIZ

FRANK BELLO

NELSON BRAGG

DANNY O’REILLY

THOMAS LANG

(BRIAN WILSON SMILE)

(BEASTIE BOYS)

(THE CORONAS)

(RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS)

(ANTHRAX)

(STORK)

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AT BIMM WE USE OUR EXCELLENT CONNECTIONS IN THE DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL MUSIC INDUSTRIES TO GIVE YOU THE BEST POSSIBLE OPPORTUNITIES TO FIND EMPLOYMENT IN ONE OF THE MOST DYNAMIC AND EXCITING VOCATIONS IN THE WORLD.

CAREERS IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY CAREER OPPORTUNITIES The Irish music sector offers a richly varied numbers of careers. In such a diverse industry it helps to have skills across a wide range of roles, and at BIMM we provide you with all the tools you need to achieve this. Consequently our students find work across the whole sector as session musicians, songwriters, management, agents, engineering and in A&R roles.

LEARNING FROM THE BEST All BIMM tutors are actively involved in the music business at the highest level. We also use our music-industry connections to attract many music-industry A-Listers such as Paul Weller, Lianne LaHavas and Roger Daltrey to share their knowledge with you in regular masterclasses.

WORKING WITH THE BEST One of the best ways into the music industry is through work experience. At BIMM our contacts and industry partners allow us to help you gain experience with some of the biggest names in the music industry.

HOW WE HELP YOU ACHIEVE THIS At BIMM we have individual tutorials designed to help you with your development and to discuss the direction you would like your career to take. We have advisors who work with you on a one-to-one basis to help you reach your goals, find appropriate internships and work experience and assist you with your CV and putting together career action plans.

If you’re serious about a career in the music industry and want a great education in how the industry works – this is the real deal.”

- ROB HARRIS - JAMIROQUAI 10

GET CONNECTED At BIMM we are proud of our close industry contacts and enjoy supporting our students as they progress in their careers.

UNIVERSAL MUSIC SONY MUSIC WARNER MUSIC IMRO KOBALT PUBLISHING FIRST MUSIC CONTACT HOT PRESS RAAP WHELANS’ ONES TO WATCH FESTIVAL HARD WORKING CLASS HEROES FESTIVAL

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STUDENT SUCCESS BIMM GRADUATES ENJOY HUGELY SUCCESSFUL CAREERS IN ALL SECTORS OF THE MUSIC INDUSTRY. HERE WE PROFILE SOME OF OUR SUCCESS STORIES – WITH MANY MORE TO BE FOUND AT WWW.BIMM.IE

TOM ODELL BIMM songwriting graduate Tom progressed to the top of the music industry in 2013. His year began with winning the BRITs Critics’ Choice Award, and his debut album ‘Long Way Down’ went to number one. Tom discovered he’d topped the chart just prior to his performance at Glastonbury Festival – what a day!

BEN THOMPSON – TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB As live drummer for Two Door Cinema Club, Ben has toured the globe several times, performed at a multitude of domestic and international festivals and made numerous television appearances.

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THE KOOKS Multi-million-selling indiepoppers The Kooks began as students at BIMM, forming as a band in 2002.

The band’s 2006 debut album ‘Inside In/Inside Out’ is certified as four-times platinum in the UK, and its follow-up, 2008’s ‘Konk’, went straight into the chart at number one. The band is BRIT-nominated and won in the category of Best UK & Ireland Act at the MTV Europe Awards in 2006.

NATASHA BENT BIMM graduate Natasha is now a highly successful booking agent. She is Vice President at The Agency Group in London, personally representing artists including Foals, CHVRCHES and Foster The People.

LUKE SITAL-SINGH A young British talent with Glastonbury sets and sessions for BBC 6 Music and Radio 2 beneath his belt, Luke is an artist of real promise. Supported

by DJs including Steve Lamacq, Lauren Laverne and Dermot O’Leary, he’s been compared to greats such as Jeff Buckley and Bon Iver.

GEORGE EZRA Songwriting student George Ezra signed to Columbia Records in 2012 and has been performing across the UK, including a performance at Glastonbury Festival 2013.

ADAM PITTS – LAWSON BIMM graduate Adam Pitts is the drummer for Lawson, a major-label-signed foursome with no fewer than five top 20 singles to their name. Lawson have twice supported pop heavyweights The Wanted, and also toured alongside Will Young and Westlife.

The band’s debut album of 2012, ‘Chapman Square’, was a top-five hit on its initial release.

BETH ROWLEY Having provided backing vocals for the likes of Ronan Keating and Enrique Iglesias during her time at BIMM, Beth signed to major label Universal, who released her 2008 debut album ‘Little Dreamer’. The record reached number six on the UK albums chart. Beth’s collaborated with Crowded House and the legendary Burt Bacharach, and has performed on Top Of The Pops and This Morning, as well as several other TV shows.

KATE WALSH Kate topped the iTunes chart with her second album, 2007’s ‘Tim’s House’, and in doing so the BIMM graduate became the firstever unsigned artist to do this. She’s since released several recordings through her own Blueberry Pie label, with distribution via Universal, and also returned to BIMM as a tutor.

JORDAN WHITMORE CHARLIE MCLEAN – BIFFCO SONGWRITING. Biffco is the songwriting team behind hits for Ellie Goulding, Kylie Minogue, Spice Girls, Little Mix, Will Young, U2 and many more – and Charlie is an essential part of its creative processes, working as assistant to the company’s founder, Richard ‘Biff’ Stannard. With writing and backing-vocalist experience already accumulating, Charlie is now positioned to further develop her talents as an engineer.

JENN HANEEF – YAMAHA After graduating from BIMM, Jenn secured a career at Yamaha as a drum tutor, teaching both groups and individual students. Jenn was awarded her degree by Glastonbury founder Michael Eavis.

Having completed a BA (Hons) course in Professional Musicianship at BIMM, Jordan became a member of the Atlantic Records A&R department.

The label is home to such high-profile acts as Ed Sheeran, Bruno Mars, Missy Elliott and Plan B.

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ALL OF OUR TUTORS ARE TOP MUSIC-INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS. THEIR ENVIABLE TALENT AND EXPERIENCE INCLUDE:

TUTORS

• Virtuoso instrumental skill and expert songwriting ability • Stadium-level touring with A-list artists • Multi-platinum hit-record experience • Top recording session credits • Regular contribution to national music journals such as Guitarist, Total Guitar, Guitar Techniques, Rhythm, Guitar Buyer, Bass Magazine, Acoustic Magazine and Music Week • Dedication and commitment to Teaching and Learning at BIMM

HEADS OF DEPARTMENT MARK GREANEY Head of Vocals & Live Performance Mark formed JJ72 in 1996 and was lead singer, songwriter, guitarist and manager. Signed to Sony Records while still at school, their first album reached the top 20 in the UK and the top 10 in Ireland and had four top 40 UK hit singles. JJ72’s second album, recorded with Flood (Depeche Mode, U2, Smashing Pumpkins), also went top 20 in the UK and top 10 in Ireland, scoring two top 40 singles. They played on major tours with U2, Coldplay and Muse and all the major festivals.

Mark is currently writing and recording his solo album and composing instrumental music for short films and art pieces.

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OLLIE COLE Head of Live Performance Workshop Ollie Cole is a self-taught multi-instrumentalist and songwriter who began playing and writing at the age of six.

Having had some success with his first band Swampshack, he formed the three piece rock band, Turn. Ollie was Turn’s main guitarist, songwriter and singer and they soon signed to Infectious Records in London. Turn enjoyed great success and popularity, playing sell out gigs. They released three Irish top ten albums and were nominated for Ireland’s coveted Choice Music Prize in 2005. Ollie left the band in 2006 to begin work on his first solo album – ‘We albatri’. The Irish Times gave the album 5 out of 5 and ‘album of the month’. Ollie signed with EMI and Big Life Publishing in 2009 and toured Europe with Glen Hansard in 2011.

JIMMY SMYTH Head of Guitar Jimmy has been playing guitar since he was seven years old.

The first Jimmy Smyth band was formed in his early teens, and they opened for Thin Lizzy, Bees Make Honey, Horslips, and Frankie Miller. Some years later, Philip Lynott asked Jimmy to join Thin Lizzy as a replacement for Brian Robertson. Although flattered, Jimmy declined as the debut album of his band Bogey Boys was just about to be released. He has also recorded/played with Roger Daltrey, Curtis Stigers, Gilbert O’Sullivan, Chaka Khan, Lisa Stansfield, Van Morrison and Reba McEntire. Jimmy has been Musical Director for RTE TV shows, and regularly performs with the RTE Concert Orchestra, the RTESO, The Ulster Orchestra and many others.

PAUL MOORE Head of Bass Paul Moore has been playing electric bass since the age of 14 and upright Bass from the age of 16. He has recorded with Mary Coughlan, Declan O’Rourke, Juliet Turner, Katie Melua, The Chieftains, Colm Wilkinson, Donal Lunny, Ronnie Drew, Mark Knopfler and Van Morrison and worked exclusively with Riverdance for four years between 1998 and 2001, holding the role of Musical Director for two of those years. He has also performed live with Andrew Strong, Frances Black, Paul Brady, Rita Coolidge, Moving Hearts and Van Morrison. Paul has broad teaching experience and has taught Bass and Musicianship with The Making Music Workshop based in the North of Ireland and has performed bass masterclasses on many occasions.

JOHNNY BOYLE Head of Drums Johnny Boyle has been playing drums since the age of 12 and joined his first band when he was just 14. Since then, he has played, recorded and toured with many notable

artists including Andy White, The Frames, Paul Brady, Marianne Faithfull, Pugwash, Lir, the Duckworth Lewis Method, Mundy, Damien Rice, Neil Hannon, Finbar Furey and Don Baker. Johnny has made television appearances with Elton John, Ronan Keating, Westlife, Atomic Kitten, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Shayne Ward. He has also played on many movie soundtracks including those For I Went Down and Once.

COLM QUEARNEY Head of Songwriting Colm is the owner of The Qube Analogue and Digital Recording Studio in North Strand in Dublin where he has been recording and producing bands since 2004. His production work includes The Pale and The Garden Sessions – a compilation including 28 Irish songwriters featuring Mundy, Mark Geary, Roesy, Freddie White etc. As a session guitarist, Colm has played with Cathy Davey, Damien Dempsey, Mundy and Mark Geary. As a solo artist – Q – Colm has released three albums to date.

ALAN CULLIVAN Head of Music Business Alan began his career as the bass player with Dublin Punk/ Pop band Puppy Love Bomb who were signed to Rough Trade. After leaving the band Alan worked at Lakota Records, and later discovered and managed The Thrills, negotiating the band’s deal with EMI’s Virgin Records and also with BMG Publishing. He then discovered Dublin band Humanzi and signed them to Universal’s Fiction Records and BMG Publishing. Alan currently runs a busy management company working with artists such as And So I Watch You From Afar and The Danger Is. He is also Founding Chairman of MMF Ireland (Music Managers Forum Ireland) which has been set up to establish educational events for management at all levels in the music business.

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My time at BIMM was priceless, learning from professional songwriters who know what they’re talking about, and bouncing ideas off the other students gave me valuable experience that I’ll never be able to re-create. BIMM tells you how the industry really is and prepares you for a real future doing something you love!”

- KATE WALSH BIMM Graduate

Working at Sony was an amazing experience, I learned so much and was able to meet frontline artists. I came to appreciate first hand how the modules I am studying at BIMM are truly relevant and applicable in the real world of the music industry.”

- TOM BECK Foundation Degree Graduate

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PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP CPD DIPLOMA

GUITAR, BASS, DRUMS, VOCALS AND SONGWRITING The CPD Diploma in Professional Musicianship is comprised of three core modules exploring the areas of musical styles, techniques and music theory. It is an ideal course for anyone who wishes to further their musical abilities, but cannot make the commitment or lacks the entry requirements to undertake a full-time programme. This is a parttime (4.5 hours a week), 1-year programme, aimed at musicians with semi-professional ability. It is designed to help you reach your full potential on your instrument or voice. The course may allow for progression onto a BA Honours programme and is validated by the Dublin Institute of Technology.

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KEY INFORMATION: PROGRESSION ROUTE BIMM Dublin BA (Hons) in Commercial Modern Music – Students who have successfully completed the BIMM Dublin CPD Diploma in Professional Musicianship validated by DIT, will be awarded 30 ECTS credits, and will also be deemed to have complied with the minimum academic requirements for entry to the BA (Hons) in Commercial Modern Music (DT506) programme. Such students must apply through the CAO for DT506 as non-standard applicants.

This course is validated by the Dublin Institute of Technology.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be 17 on 1st January in the year of entry. Applicants should have passed a full module at Level 5. This is equivalent to one subject at Leaving Certificate or one module at FETAC Level 5. Applicants also need to attend an audition so that we can assess their current playing standard. We expect applicants to demonstrate Grade 6 or equivalent performance skills on relevant instrument or voice, and the ability to improvise at the same level.

A Level 7 (Ordinary) or Level 8 (Honours) degree.

MODULES INSTRUMENTAL/VOCAL

SONGWRITING

Music Styles

Musicianship

This module is designed for instrumental students to complement BA1 Module Styles 1 by addressing the area of contemporary styles.

Having an understanding of a wide range of contemporary styles, creating inventive and musically effective parts and being able to perform authentically will increase students’ versatility and employability in the music industry.

Musicianship supports the development of skills in key areas: music theory, ear training, production analysis and song analysis. In theory and ear-training classes students will consider key theoretical concepts and their application in popular music including interval and chord identification and harmony, rhythm and pulse and chord/scale relationships.

Instrument Techniques

In this module the student has the opportunity to explore specific composition and arrangement techniques when working in a wide range of genres. Not only will this allow them to more fully understand the mechanics of songwriting but it will also provide a heightened ability when working within their own personal style.

This module is designed to equip instrumental students with a secure grounding in technique applied to their instrument or voice. This will enable them to deliver their performances creatively, with fluency and to minimise health risks. The focus will be on establishing strong fundamentals of technique, and how to develop them securely and safely through effective practice routines.

Sight Reading This module is designed to equip students with the fundamental skills required to read and perform music notation on their instrument.

This will be achieved by studying the essential concepts of reading for your instrument while working towards the study of existing pieces. This aims to enable you to access and understand a wide range of notated material.

Song Stylistics

Songwriting Students will study and develop the fundamental skills of writing original songs covering aspects such as harmonic progression, melodic contour, lyric creation, rhythmic lyric structure and song form. Through studying tools and techniques they will learn how to write melodies, how melodic rhythm influences rhyme, and the dynamic relationships between melody and harmony. There will also be an analysis of popular songs to provide a robust approach to learning this craft.

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COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC BA (Hons)

GUITAR, BASS, DRUMS, VOCALS AND SONGWRITING The BA (Hons) in Commercial Modern Music is a 4-year programme which has been designed specifically for performing artists, songwriters and those running commercial music projects who want to gain a degree-level qualification, while at the same time fulfilling their creative and commercial potential. The course encourages musicians to develop their performance skills while developing their career goals using a deadline-driven project management approach, keeping focus on the individual’s aspirations.

The BA (Hons) in Commercial Modern Music is run in partnership with Dublin Institute of Technology. All successful graduates will therefore receive the award of Bachelor of Arts from Dublin Institute of Technology, as the degree-awarding body. Dublin Institute of Technology is responsible for assuring 20

the quality of the degree course, ensuring that the curriculum content and all teaching, learning and assessment is at an appropriate level for the award. The Institute also ensures that BIMM Dublin has mechanisms for assuring and enhancing the delivery of the course and the overall quality of the student experience. Students will be registered with DIT. Application for the course must be made through the CAO (www.cao.ie), using the course code DT506. All Irish and EU nationals must apply through the CAO system and must also attend an audition. Because of the audition requirement, the programme is Restricted-Application and therefore the CAO application deadline is 1st February in the year of entry. Applications for DT506 cannot be made by either a Late Application or a Change of Mind.

This course is validated by the Dublin Institute of Technology.

MODULES There are two pathways through the programme – the Instrumental/Vocal stream and the Songwriting stream, each having their own individual modules for the first two years of the programme.

INSTRUMENTAL/VOCAL STREAM (I/V)

SONGWRITING STREAM

YEAR 1

YEAR 1

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Styles 1 (I/V) Techniques 1 (I/V) Music Business & Study Skills Artist Development and Entrepreneurship Pre-Production and Live Performance Workshop 1 (I/V) • Music Theory and Notation (I/V)

YEAR 2 • • • • •

Styles 2 (I/V) Techniques 2 (I/V) Applied Music Business & Study Skills Music in Context Pre-Production and Live Performance Workshop 2 (I/V) • Applied Music Theory and Notation (I/V)

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Songwriting Techniques 1 (SW) Arrangement Analysis 1 (SW) Music Business & Study Skills Artist Development and Entrepreneurship Music Theory and Arrangement (SW) Songwriting Preproduction and Live Performance Workshop

YEAR 2 • • • • •

Songwriting Techniques 2 (SW) Arrangement Analysis 2 (SW) Advanced Music Business & Study Skills Music in Context Songwriting Preproduction and Live Performance Workshop

The two pathways combine in the third and fourth years for the following modules:

YEAR 3 All students take the mandatory modules in their third year of study: • Research Methods • Cultural Perspectives • Professional Musicianship • Theory & Transcription You will be required to make a selection of optional modules: • Performance in Context • Session Skills • Commercial Band Management • Studio Recording • The Songwriter/Producer

YEAR 4 All students take the mandatory modules in their third year of study: • Personal and Business Development • Analytical Perspectives • Professional Project You will be required to make a selection of optional modules: • Solo Performance • Ensemble Performance • Commercial Songwriting • Music Business Studies • Music Teaching Practice

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COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC BA (Hons)

KEY INFORMATION: ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Entry to the course is granted to applicants based on a combination of an audition and Leaving Cert (or equivalent) points. Applicants can gain up to a maximum of 600 points at audition, which will then be combined with their Leaving Cert points. The points for entry in 2013 were 900. However, this is subject to change.

The minimum academic requirements are two Higher Level C3s and four Ordinary Level D3s at Leaving Cert, or equivalent. The A Level equivalents to our Leaving Certificate entry requirements are the same as DIT which are three A Levels or two A Levels plus 2 GC(S)E. FETAC Level 5 or higher with five distinctions or higher may also be accepted as equivalent to the minimum entry requirement.

AUDITIONS: All applicants must also attend an audition. We will contact all applicants by email to arrange their audition a few weeks after the CAO deadline, and auditions will run until May. The format of the audition depends on the stream you wish to study during your time at BIMM Dublin. You may choose only one stream — Guitar, Bass, Drums, Vocals or Songwriting.

This is what you will be assessed on. We are looking for a basic semi-professional level of performance at your audition. We welcome self-taught musicians and the ability to read music is not essential. Nonetheless, we do expect a decent level of gigging experience.

We encourage individuality and personality in a musician but also want to make sure that you are not ultimately limited by poor technique.

The audition process will include an hour-long presentation where you will learn about all aspects of life at BIMM Dublin and the courses we offer. This is an integral part of the process which you must attend; otherwise your audition is not complete. BIMM staff will be on hand to answer any questions that you may have.

You will be sent a confirmation letter with some more detail which will also include the time and date of your audition. All auditions will require musicians to perform a piece, as well as demonstrate their standard of musicianship, technique, aural perception and theory.

PROGRESSION ROUTES BIMM Postgraduate Certificate in Further and Higher Education, Masters Degree or into Industry.

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MUSIC PRODUCTION BA (Hons)

The BA (Hons) Music Production is designed for

Year One: In year one, students address the

aspiring producers and musicians who wish to

essential production skills that will underpin

develop their recording and production skills in

not only the rest of their studies but also their

a range of scenarios. The programme combines

future career. This includes working with a wide

technical study with the opportunity to develop

range of analogue recording techniques and

collaborative and entrepreneurial skills while

equipment and digital mixing, audio production

engaging with a wide range of analogue and

and sequencing platforms as well as developing

digital techniques, equipment and platforms.

an understanding of music theory, songwriting and the music business.

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Music Production will be ready to pursue careers as freelance and/ or label producers, content creatives and postproducers as well as live sound engineers and studio managers.

Networking and collaboration are central to the programme and students are encouraged to create music projects with their peers on

Year Two: Year two requires students to apply their skills to increasingly ‘real-world’ scenarios involving arranging, advanced sequencing and remixing in contemporary dance styles while studying the cultural heritage of popular music.

Students also have the chance to select optional modules that allow them to specialise in studio management, live sound and songwriting.

the CPD and BA (Hons) music performance

Year Three: Year three affords students the

programmes.

opportunity to participate in the self-directed final Production Project while choosing from a range of optional modules including sound design, music pedagogy and/or composition that will best support them to make the transition from student to music production professional.

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KEY INFORMATION: MODULES YEAR 1 All students take six modules (60 ECTS credits). All modules are mandatory: • • • • • •

Recording Skills Software Environments Mixing and Audio Production 1 Songwriting 1 Musicianship Music Industry Landscape

YEAR 2 Students take six modules (60 ECTS credits). Five modules are mandatory, with the sixth a choice between three options:

This course is validated by University of West London

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: A minimum of six subjects at Leaving Cert level, including 2 Higher Level C3s, and at least an Ordinary Level D3 in Maths and an Ordinary Level D3 in English or Irish. Applicants will be invited to attend an interview during which they will be required to present a portfolio according to specific guidelines.

PROGRESSION ROUTE Like all BIMM Dublin courses, this programme is designed to act as a springboard into employment in the industry.

Mandatory Modules: • Mixing & Audio Production 2 • Electronic Dance Music Production and Remixing • Arranging • Music for the Moving Image 1 • Popular Music Culture Option Modules – students must pick one of three: • Live Sound • Songwriting 2 • Studio Management

YEAR 3 Students take five modules (60 ECTS credits). Two modules are mandatory, with the remaining three chosen from six options: Mandatory Modules: • Production Project • Personal and Business Development Option Modules – students must pick one of three: • Songwriting 3 • Sonic Manipulation • Location Recording and Post-Production • Music for the Moving Image 2 • Music for Video Games • Music Pedagogy in Practice

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SUMMER SCHOOLS BIMM DUBLIN WILL HOLD ITS FIRST SUMMER SCHOOL IN 2014. IF YOU’RE A GUITARIST, SINGER, BASSIST OR DRUMMER, A BIMM SUMMER SCHOOL WILL HELP DEVELOP YOUR TECHNIQUE AND CONFIDENCE AS A LIVE PERFORMER. Each Summer School is run over a fiveday week and consists of dedicated tuition on your instrument, followed by a live performance workshop every afternoon to hone your performance skills. You will be guided by expert tutors, and the last day will involve an afternoon performance for your friends and family.

BIMM Summer Schools are open to all musicians aged 12+ who are not absolute beginners on their instrument. We always have a good range of ages at the Summer Schools, so remember you’re never too old or too young to rock out!

SIGN-UP FOR SUMMER SCHOOL If you would like to give BIMM a try and join us on one of our Summer Schools then email us at summerschool@bimm.ie

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STUDENT SERVICES WE WANT TO MAKE YOUR TIME AT BIMM AS EASY AND COMFORTABLE FOR YOU AS POSSIBLE. WE HAVE EDUCATIONAL AND PERSONAL SUPPORT TEAMS DEDICATED TO HELPING YOU GET THE MOST OUT OF BEING HERE.

STUDENT SUPPORT One of the benefits of studying at BIMM Dublin is that we are able to offer a much more personal experience than you may find at some larger colleges. We have a fantastic support network that provides one-to-one support for those that require it, and we aim to provide each individual with a service that is right for them. This is where out Student Support and Quality (SSQ) team comes in. This team will look after you from the moment you set foot in the door to graduation and beyond, helping with any problems you may have, including financial worries or personal issues.

that you have, or it could be that you have often struggled with certain learning areas and would like to investigate this further.

Whatever your circumstances, the SSQ team is on hand to support you.

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT NETWORK As registered students of DIT, students at BIMM Dublin have access to a wide range of Student Support services within DIT, including financial support, individual tutor support, and free screening to identify specific learning difficulties. Please contact your SSQ Officer who will arrange a consultation for you.

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LEARNING SUPPORT

Here at BIMM Dublin we pride ourselves on being able to deliver a one-to-one support service for those who need it. One such area in which we invest a lot of time is Learning Support. It may be that you are already aware of a specific learning requirement

FIND OUT MORE If you have any Student Services questions you’ll find more information in the “About BIMM” section of our website, or you can call our team on +353 1 5133 666.

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HOW TO APPLY OUR COURSES ARE VERY POPULAR – DON’T MISS THE DEADLINE!

BA (HONS) COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC All EU citizens who wish to apply for the BA (Hons) in Commercial Modern Music must do so through the CAO (www.cao.ie), using the course code DT506. Because of the audition requirement, the programme is Restricted-Application and therefore the CAO application deadline is 1st February in the year of entry. Applications for DT506 cannot be made by either a Late Application or a Change of Mind.

CPD DIPLOMA PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP Applications for the CPD Diploma in Professional Musicianship are made directly to the college. All you need to do is email info@bimm.ie to ask for an application form, and we’ll email an application pack straight back to you. Alternatively you can download an application form on the “How to Apply” section of our website. The deadline to apply is 30th June 2015.

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS Applicants who are not EU citizens need to apply through the International Office at DIT. International applicants can make arrangements to submit their audition by video. Please contact us directly at info@bimm.ie for more information on how to apply.

If you have any queries about applying for a BIMM Dublin course you can call our Admissions team on +353 1 5133 666 or email info@bimm.ie

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BA (HONS) MUSIC PRODUCTION Applications for the BA (Hons) Music Production are made directly to BIMM Dublin.

Applicants should apply online at www.bimm. ie. Once your application has been received we will contact you with details of your interview and portfolio submission. Email info@bimm.ie for more details.

Applicants must present a portfolio of work along with a supporting written account.

Providing a portfolio is a well-established practice in many of the creative industries.

It is the means by which your abilities, commitment and ideas can be easily presented for others to evaluate. The portfolio should be an integrated package containing practice-based material, typically recordings and appropriate written work to support and describe the contents. Think of this as an opportunity to showcase your abilities as a songwriter/musician or content producer, performer, DJ or promoter, and demonstrate your interest in and passion for this subject.

AUDITIONS Applicants to both the BA (Hons) in Commercial Modern Music and the CPD Diploma in Professional Musicnaship will b required to complete an audition in order to determine their eligibility for their chosen course. Auditions for BA applications will begin in March and continue through to May. Applicants for the CPD Diploma course will be auditioned from March and throughout the summer, but priority will be given to applicants for the full-time course. Audition requirements will be sent to each applicant in advance, and applicants will be sent their audition date and time at least ten days in advance. Please note that all correspondence is carried out by email.

FEES & GRANTS BA (HONS) COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC The BA (Hons) in Commercial Modern Music falls under the Free Fees scheme. This is a government initiative whereby EU citizens are not required to pay tuition fees. If you are eligible to claim Free Fees you will only be required to pay the annual Student Contribution. This fee is payable directly to DIT. In 2014 this was €2,500 but is likely to increase in 2015.

If you are eligible for Free Fees you will automatically qualify for them and do not need to make a separate application.

For more information and to check your eligibility, contact the Citizens Information Bureau or see www.studentfinance.ie.

Detailed information about fees is available from the Student Services Office in DIT.

BA (HONS) MUSIC PRODUCTION The BA (Hons) in Music Production is a private fee-paying course. The fees for 2015-16 are €5,950. A deposit of €950 will be required to secure a place and full fees will be due by the end of August 2015.

CPD DIPLOMA PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP The fees for 2014 were €1,950 but these are liable to increase in 2015. Fees are paid directly to BIMM Dublin and a deposit will be required to accept and secure a place on the course.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS The fee structure for International students is equivalent to Dublin Institute of Technology International Fees. These were €11,250 per year for entry in the September 2014 academic year and are subject to change.

More information is available from the DIT International Office.

GRANTS A number of different grants are available from SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland). These are awarded on an individual basis and are means tested. These grants are not usually available to students undertaking part-time study.

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EDUCATION PARTNERS BIMM IS PRIVILEGED TO WORK IN PARTNERSHIP WITH HIGHLY RESPECTED EDUCATION PROVIDERS WHO ENABLE US TO OFFER FULLY ACCREDITED COURSES TO PROVIDE SUCCESSFUL GRADUATES WITH INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS.

Dublin Institute of Technology validates our BIMM Dublin courses.

BIMM Dublin Music Production graduates will leave with a prestigious award from the University of West London.

Middlesex University validates our successful specialist music teaching postgraduate course at BIMM Brighton.

BIMM Brighton and BIMM Manchester Higher Education graduates leave with a prestigious award from one of the UK’s most highly respected universities.

Tech Music School, also part of the BIMM group, offers a range of qualifications from Diploma to Degree levels.

Knowsley College supports BIMM Manchester in the accreditation of our Level 3 programmes.

BSU is our key education partner in the South West of England validating all Higher Education courses at BIMM Bristol.

As an education provider BIMM is dedicated to maintain the highest standards for our students.

As our partner, DIT is responsible for assuring the quality of our courses, ensuring that the curriculum content and all teaching, learning and assessment are at an appropriate level for the award. We have this partnership to ensure that the education our musicians receive is in line with top international standards.

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ACCOMMODATION DUBLIN IS A THRIVING STUDENT CITY SO YOU ARE NEVER SHORT OF PLACES TO LIVE. WHEREVER YOU CHOOSE, DUBLIN’S GREAT TRANSPORT SYSTEM WILL GET YOU TO BIMM AND YOU’LL NEVER BE MORE THAN FIVE MINUTES FROM BARS, SHOPS AND PARKS.

AVAILABLE ACCOMMODATION INCLUDES: • Dedicated student housing • Houseshare opportunities

• Private landlords • Part-boards with families

Students on the BA (Hons) in Commercial Modern Music and the CPD Diploma in Professional Musicianship are registered DIT students and, as such, can use the range of services provided for students there, including their Accommodation Service. This service offers assistance with finding accommodation and advice on all related matters.

DIT also has a number of halls of residence throughout the city of Dublin, some of which are located within walking distance of BIMM. You can find more details at www.bimm.ie/dublin/accommodation

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OPEN DAYS WE HOLD A NUMBER OF OPEN DAYS THROUGHOUT THE MONTHS OF DECEMBER AND JANUARY EACH YEAR. THESE CAN HELP YOU GET A SENSE OF WHAT LIFE AS A STUDENT AT BIMM DUBLIN WILL BE LIKE. At an open day you can: • Watch live performances from BIMM bands • See a presentation about BIMM courses and our philosophy on education • View our facilities • Meet course tutors and key staff • Ask any questions you may have regarding studying at BIMM

BOOK YOUR PLACE To book your place at one of our Open Days, visit www.bimm.ie/dublin/open-days, or email info@bimm.ie with your details, including name, phone number, age and instrument. We will then confirm your place.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

TO APPLY TO BIMM DUBLIN, ATTEND AN OPEN DAY OR ASK US A QUESTION, PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO GET IN TOUCH.

BIMM DUBLIN 62-64 Francis Street Dublin 8 Ireland TEL: +353 1 5133 666 email: info@bimm.ie PLEASE NOTE: The information in the BIMM prospectus and online is believed to be correct. It is not part of any agreement with parents/students and the Institute. Courses and course content are regularly reviewed and may be subject to change.

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TUTORS

THESE ARE JUST SOME OF THE FANTASTIC ARTISTS OUR TUTORS HAVE WORKED WITH

PAUL MOORE – KATIE MELUA, MARK KNOPFLER MARK GREANEY – JJ72 / ROBBIE MALONE – HOTHOUSE FLOWERS, DAVID GRAY KEITH FARRELL – CATHY DAVEY RÓNAN YOURELL – DELORENTOS CONOR BRADY – THE BLADES, TERENCE TRENT D’ARBY / JIMMY SMYTH – CHAKA KHAN, LISA STANSFIELD / ALAN CULLIVAN – THE THRILLS, AND SO I WATCH YOU FROM AFAR 35

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