Stevie Wonder Performs Live in London, Delighting our School Crowd!
The University of Sunderland's Modern Music Industries BA (Hons) course, which includes a BA (Hons) Music Business degree, has been making waves in the music industry. This institution, renowned for its industry connections, has recently been awarded the TEF Gold rating, making it the only specialist music production institute to hold this prestigious accolade.
Regardless of your location, you can access the school's resources, which include a range of free courses, plugins, projects, samples, and more. By creating an account on their website, users can tap into this wealth of knowledge.
The school offers programs in various fields such as DJing, music production, sound engineering, vocal performance, software engineering, radio, songwriting, and of course, music business. Graduates of the school have gone on to successful careers, such as Benny Scarrs, manager of Dave and A&R at Island Records.
The school's community is built on genuine, working industry connections. This was evident at a recent concert where Stevie Wonder performed at London's Hyde Park BST Festival. Keith Harris, Stevie's long-time manager and a member of the school's Board of Directors, facilitated their attendance. Rob Cowan, CEO of the school, and JC Concato, Creative Director, were also in attendance.
The BA (Hons) Music Business degree covers practical and theoretical knowledge essential for careers in the contemporary music industry. It focuses on multiple aspects of the music industry such as music production, marketing, event planning, composing, and music industry knowledge. The course is designed and delivered by active industry professionals, ensuring relevance and current practices.
Students develop practical skills suited for careers in live or recorded music sectors, media, or music teaching. The course structure allows students to lead their artistic progression by choosing vocational interests and personal research projects. In the first two years, students focus on event management, production, genre studies, and optional studies in music theory and business. The final year is mostly learner-led, emphasizing a personal investigation project, teaching skills in the specialist field, and creating a professional portfolio.
The school's comprehensive approach, combining artistic practice, business acumen, and industry engagement, distinguishes it within music business education. The school offers degrees or short courses in London, LA, Ibiza, and Online. As part of the course, students get hands-on experience working directly with the A&R Director and Label Manager on real campaigns for artists signed to the school's in-house label, PBR.
In addition to the degree programmes, the school provides free courses, exclusive music-making tools, and tutorials on its Free Stuff page. The concert included performances of "Master Blaster (Jammin')," "Higher Ground," and "Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)." The crowd sang, danced, and lived every note, demonstrating the artistry that inspires the school.
The school aims to help make users' dreams a reality, and with its industry connections, comprehensive curriculum, and accessible resources, it's no wonder that it continues to attract and nurture talent in the music industry.
- Students on the University of Sunderland's Modern Music Industries BA (Hons) course, which includes a BA (Hons) Music Business degree, can expect to gain practical skills suited for careers in various fields such as music production, event planning, and, of course, entertainment.
- As part of the school's comprehensive approach to music business education, it offers degrees or short courses in locations like London, LA, Ibiza, and Online, providing students with exclusive music-making tools and tutorials, as well as hands-on experience with industry professionals.
