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Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama

Postgraduate Diploma Composer-Performer

ROYAL WELSH COLLEGE OF MUSIC AND DRAMA

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Study mode

Full time

Duration

2 years

Start date

SEP

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Qualification type

Postgraduate Diploma

Subject areas

Music Composition Music Performance / Playing

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Course Overview

Orchestral Performance is offered on the following instruments: Bassoon, Cello, Clarinet, Double Bass, Flute, French Horn, Harp, Oboe, Percussion & Timpani, Tenor / Bass Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola and Violin.

Advanced principal study tuition from professional musicians

Participation in the BBC National Orchestra of Wales and/or Welsh National Opera placement schemes

Mentoring scheme with industry professionals

Orchestral and sectional rehearsal and performance opportunities at RWCMD

Specialist, advanced orchestral repertoire performance tuition

Advanced tuition available in supporting areas such as Alexander Technique, doubling instrument, end-of-line instruments and period instruments

Professional accompaniment provision

Training in career development, self-promotion and sustainable technique

International masterclass series

Fully integrated performance programme by international artists

Opportunities to work on historical instruments, supported by Informed Performance classes and seminars

Wide range of performance opportunities in world-class facilities

Training in performance analysis and presentation

Study of psychology of collaborative performance for conductors and orchestral performance

Advanced research training

Optional work-based learning module

Optional training in advanced teaching skills, outreach, sound recording and arts management

Opportunity to create and curate own performance projects

Focus on employability and transferable skills

Modules

The Professional Musician (20 Credits) - Core

This module is concerned with issues relating to the establishment, maintenance and development of careers in music, creating a rounded, well-informed professional. The Portfolio element focuses on developing effective reflective techniques for career development. To support this, communication and networking as a professional musician and entrepreneur are explored through seminars covering issues of self-promotion. Elements of promotional material are discussed, including appropriate use of technology and media. Other classes are concerned with developing an advanced understanding of the breadth and depth of approach required to present oneself (and projects) within a professional environment and the need to embrace changing trends in the music business. In terms of sustaining a career, matters relating to health and well being for musicians are explored, including topics such as injury prevention, hearing protection and resilience.

Composer-Performer 1 (40 Credits) - Core

Composer-Performer 2 (40 Credits) - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees

Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

10,393

International fees

Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

20,760

Entry requirements

Minimum entry requirements usually include an undergraduate degree in music or an equivalent qualification. Candidates who have been studying or working in another field will be considered.