Diploma in Live Music and Performance Technology

Faculty: Audio
Duration: 24 weeks
Delivery: On Campus (6:30pm – 9:00pm)
Level: Diploma
Start Date: Saturday 18th February (Induction) & every Tuesday thereafter.
Course Director: Tony Perrey
Fees: €2,250
Certification: Pulse Diploma
COURSE CONTENT
Great live shows depend more and more on technology to blow their audiences away. Modern musicians are using backing tracks, virtual instruments, amp simulators and triggered drums to deliver stunning stage performances.
These technologies are now very affordable so no matter what music you play, or how you perform, you can wow audiences with amazing sound, light and video. This programme will equip you with the knowledge to use live audio tech, and synchronise it to lights and video.
Who is the course for?
Musicians and performers who want to know how to manage tech and sound at gigs.
Sound engineers wishing to upskill and adopt new workflows
We will cover a wide array of exciting technologies including:
Key Course Elements:
- Backing tracks
- Virtual instruments
- Triggering samples
- Virtual Guitar Rigs
- Live performance software
- In – ear monitors
- PA systems
TOPICS COVERED
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HOW TO APPLY
This course is a direct application course. Applications are currently taken through the Application Form below. Upon receiving your application form our Admissions Team will be in contact to discuss our payment options in securing your course place. General
Course Requirements
A proven interest in audio and/or music technology, and to display some interest in related creative media arts
Basic knowledge of computers (Mac/PC, and audio software): helpful but not essential
The programme is designed for all ages and skill levels, whether you are new to the industry, looking to up-skill, or wanting to learn new skills and enhance your career options within the Audio industry. No industry experience is required and applicants may be accepted without formal academic qualifications.
There is no interview application for this course but we would be delighted to invite you in for a private tour of our campus; to meet our course lecturers and gain further insight into what our course has to offer.
FEES
Total cost: €2,250
Deposit (payable to secure your place): €400
Enrolment fee (payable in February): €800
Balance: 3 installments of €350 (Mar, Apr, May)
This course is not recognised on the ILEP and therefore not available for international student application.