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Attendance
Study mode: Part-time - variable
Location: Slough campus
(Slough)
Duration: 5-7 years.
Start date: September 2010
About this course
Study level: Honours (Level 6)
Faculty: Faculty of the Arts
Department: London College of Music
BMus (Hons) Music (Performance/Composition) Sikh / Indian Music
 
Summary
Students wishing to take this course can study either performance or composition. The course’s primary focus is on performance studies, which form the core modules throughout the degree. This includes the very important aspects of composition, as well as vocal training and instrumental study on Sikh instruments (strings and percussion) in a variety of Indian styles, from folk to dhrupad. The course is taught by the Raj Academy’s world renowned experts in Sikh and Indian music.
Details
Course structure

Level 4

• Composition or Performance Studies (1) (two core modules)

• Music History A: North Indian (Hindustani Sangeet)

• Music History B: North Indian (Gurmat Sangeet)

• General Musicianship

• Tools for Understanding Music

Level 5

• Composition or Performance Studies (two core modules

Optional modules (students choose four):

• 19th Century Music

• Art Music in the 20th Century

• 20th/21st-century Performance Workshop

• Advanced Musicianship

• Orchestration and Arranging

Level 6

• Composition or Performance Studies (two core modules

Optional modules (students choose four):

• Independent Research Project

• Chamber Music Project

• Music Education Workshop

• Music Management

• Advanced Composition/Performance Project
Entry criteria
200 UCAS tariff points at Level 3, which would normally include at least two subject areas including music or a related subject area plus Level 2 English and Maths.

Grade 8 standard on the first study instrument/voice is required, plus sight reading ability at Grade 5/6 and theory at Grade 5. (These grades are guidelines only. Applicants are expected to be at this level but will still be considered if they have not taken the examination). Prospective composers must supply a portfolio of written scores and recordings.

We also welcome applicants with no formal qualifications. These applications will be considered on an individual basis taking into account their professional/work/life experiences and their ability to engage with, and benefit from, the course.

International entry criteria
International students need to meet our English language requirement at either IELTS at 5.5 or above, TOEFL paper based test score at 525 or above, TOEFL computer based test score at 196 or above, TOEFL internet based test score at 69 or above. Contact our International Office to find out what international qualifications you need to get onto a course www.tvu.ac.uk/international

Interview
All applicants will be interviewed and auditioned. The interview/audition will last approximately 40 minutes and will include a 15 minute discussion based on a students musical experience and general attitude to study at this level, as well a theory test which will include a short piece of written work (applicants who have proof of passing Grade 5 theory will be exempt from the theory test), plus:


- Instrumentalists and singers: A performance on their first study of two or three contrasting pieces lasting no more than 10 minutes. Sight reading/singing and aural tests will also be given.


- Composers: Discussion based on previously submitted portfolio of contrasted pieces (including recordings where possible). Some aural tests will also be given.


- Conductors: Conducting two contrasting works with piano or submission of a video of previous performances. Some score reading will also be given.
On course completion

Career progression
Successful completion of the course will enable students to pursue careers in performing, composing, teaching, writing, music therapy, research, music/arts management and music theatre.

Study progression
Please note that some of the careers listed above will require further professional or postgraduate training, eg, Music Therapy and Classroom Teaching.

After successful completion of the undergraduate course, students may opt for more advanced study in performance, composition or management. The Faculty offers specialised courses in all these areas.