Music Courses

ACM Saturday Tech Academy

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This is the most comprehensive part time Music Production course providing a strong focus on MIDI and MIDI sequencing, audio editing, audio sequencing, recording techniques, music technology and career advice coupled with an insight into the music industry.

36 Week Course (commences September) for producers aged 14+
Saturdays – 1.30pm-4.30pm
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ACM Plus+ Radio Broadcasting

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The ACM Radio Broadcasting course, run in conjunction with 96.4 Eagle Radio, will give you an insight into the life of a radio presenter, producer and manager. You will be taught by industry professionals currently working in the radio industry, you may even hear them on your radio on the way home from your » more

ACM XL Tech

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XL Tech is twelve week course that introduces the concept of sequencing audio and MIDI and creating music on the latest digital audio workstations. It is designed as an entry programme into the subject and no experience is needed to study. Students will focus on using and editing MIDI protocol and recording and editing » more

ACM Plus+ Bedroom Recording Studio

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We’ll give you the skill required to be able to set up your own computer studio, then record your own demos and songs from the comfort of your own home. Learn how to program drum tracks, record vocals, guitar and bass, and create piano and other instrument parts all on your home computer. This » more

ACM Plus+ Ableton for Producers

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If you’re into electronic music, whether it’s Drum n Bass, Dubstep, House, Techno or any other form of dance music then you’ll love this course specific to producing and performing with Ableton Live. We’ll take you through making beats, arranging your tracks, working with samplers, synths, recording vocalists, MCs and lots more so that » more

ACM Plus+ Bedroom Recording Studio Level 2

We’ll give you the advanced skills to ensure your demos and tracks are of the highest quality. Learn how to make the most of your home recording environment, learn advanced microphone techniques, tempo editing live audio, mixing and mastering techniques, sampling and building your studio equipment. This course takes the skills of level 1 » more

ACM Plus+ Studio Recording

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We look at the techniques involved in recording and producing bands in a studio environment including; microphone techniques, mixing desk, dynamics, effects, multi track recording and mastering, as well as ‘hands on’ recording of bands.

12 Week Course for producers aged 16+
Saturdays – 10am-2pm
Course fee – £298

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ACM Plus+ Learn – Keyboards

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Learn Keyboards focuses on providing beginners with basic playing skills, to go on and perform in bands, or perhaps accompany your own voice. If you want learn the old Joanna, call now!

12 Week Course for keyboard players aged 16+
Tuesdays – 6.30pm – 8pm
Course fee – £199

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ACM Plus+ Learn – Vocal Technique

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Looks at the physical structure of the voice, how sound is produced and gives you vocal exercises that will help strengthen your voice. Learn to improve your vocal tone and breathing control, increase your range, balance the shift between registers, applying technique into singing and more! This class will jump start you to attaining » more

ACM Saturday Band Academy – Vocals

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ACM’s fantastic Band Academy offers an insight into the music industry, allowing all musicians the opportunity to learn the skills required to ‘get the gig’. All bands also experience what it is like to work with a musical director to gain the most from their performances. There are also regular stage craft sessions with » more

ACM XL Band – Vocals

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XL Band, aimed at the 12-16 age group, shares the same tried and tested approach as all other ACM part time performance courses, offering the chance to get actively involved in learning and performing contemporary music in groups. The chosen feature tunes are edgier and the tuition more intense, but the focus on musical » more

ACM Junior Band – Vocals

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Each new course consists of 3-4 songs. Young musicians receive expert tuition on how to play these songs from industry professionals. They then form bands with other musicians to perform the songs with tutors to support the proceedings. Each term ends with a concert in ACM’s Yamaha Demo Theatre where students can invite friends » more

ACM Plus+ Learn – Drums

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The driving force behind any band, Learn Drums brings aspiring drummers together to develop their technique in a classroom environment. The drum studios at ACM are fully equipped with state of the art Roland V-drum electronic kits. All you need bring with you is a pair of sticks, headphones and a desire to learn.

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ACM Saturday Band Academy – Drums

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ACM’s fantastic Band Academy offers an insight into the music industry, allowing all musicians the opportunity to learn the skills required to ‘get the gig’. All bands also experience what it is like to work with a musical director to gain the most from their performances. There are also regular stage craft sessions with » more

ACM XL Band – Drums

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XL Band, aimed at the 12-16 age group, shares the same tried and tested approach as all other ACM part time performance courses, offering the chance to get actively involved in learning and performing contemporary music in groups. The chosen feature tunes are edgier and the tuition more intense, but the focus on musical » more

ACM Junior Band – Drums

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Each new course consists of 3-4 songs. Young musicians receive expert tuition on how to play these songs from industry professionals. They then form bands with other musicians to perform the songs with tutors to support the proceedings. Each term ends with a concert in ACM’s Yamaha Demo Theatre where students can invite friends » more

ACM Plus+ Learn – Bass

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Learn Bass for beginners, is a great opportunity to get to grips with the instrument, find the groove and slap that bass!

12 Week Course for bass players aged 16+
Tuesdays – 6.30pm – 8pm
Course fee – £199

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ACM Saturday Band Academy – Bass

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ACM’s fantastic Band Academy offers an insight into the music industry, allowing all musicians the opportunity to learn the skills required to ‘get the gig’. All bands also experience what it is like to work with a musical director to gain the most from their performances. There are also regular stage craft sessions with » more