MUSIC PERFORMANCE, PRODUCTION & BUSINESS
The Rhythm Studio’s government-funded Sixth Form offers 16-18 year olds the opportunity to spend two years developing the expertise and ethos required to succeed in the creative industries. Through practical work students learn how to create, perform and promote the music that they love, while discovering the work of successful music professionals and organisations, and exploring current industry trends.
COURSE CONTENT
A selection of music performance, production and business units equip students with the necessary skills to develop their musical voice and offer insight into how to begin working in the music industry. From creating your music, to sharing it with the world and finding your audience, our course will guide you through each step of the process.
Year 1 Modules
Performance: Rehearsing Music, Performing Music Live
Production: Music Sequencing & Production, Radio Podcast Production, Remixing & Production
Business: Managing A Music Event, Managing A Social Media Campaign
Year 2 Modules
Performance: Performing Music To Camera, Performing As A Session Musician
Production: Recording Studio Sound, Composing Music For Media, Collaborative Project
Business: Marketing Music, Setting Up A Music Business
Musicianship Classes
Musicianship classes complement the core modules, providing students with opportunities to expand their existing knowledge or explore entirely new topics. These range from cultural studies, to songwriting, via technological innovations and specialised performance and production techniques.
Live Performance Workshop
This class is designed to help you develop your ability to prepare for and participate in a musical ensemble, simulating the environment of a session band, as well as providing you with a deeper understanding of the major genres in popular music.
Group Tutorials, Masterclasses & Career Development
Each week students attend Group Tutorials, covering personal, social, health education and citizenship, or Masterclasses lead by guest tutors from across the music industry. Additional career development activities include work experience placements, music business taster days and trips to industry events.
“I believe this ‘boutique’ sixth form and its connections to established artists and businesses in the international music industry make it stand out and be sought after. The Rhythm Studio’s management and administration are passionate, and they genuinely care about the students and want them to succeed. I also admire the way you keep in touch with alumni. I would definitely recommend the school to other parents.
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FACILITIES
Courses are delivered in partnership with West London College at our industry standard music studio facilities in Hammersmith.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Prior music experience at GCSE, instrumental or vocal level Grade 5 (RSL, ABRSM, Trinity) or similar experience.
A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above (including English and Maths).
A successful audition - applicants should prepare for an interview, a portfolio presentation, an audition performance, a written assessment and a listening test.
Please see our application guide here.
QUALIFICATION
A nationally recognised Level 3 Extended Diploma - a two-year UCAS accredited qualification equivalent to 3 x A-Levels.
PROGRESSION
University or directly to employment in the creative industries.
FEES
If you are aged 16-18 on 1st September of the academic year, and you have been resident in the UK / EU for the previous 3 years, you will be entitled to FREE TUITION.
Former RS student James Carter of Snakehips onstage at Coachella Festival.
RS alumni Shamime Ibrahim beatboxing with Jason Mraz at Hollywood Bowl.
“The teaching staff at The Rhythm Studio are kind, understanding and inspiring, which allows my child to focus on his creative endeavours while feeling supported, and not with anxiety about meeting a “checklist” - he can express himself as an artist.
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