DEGREE Acceptance Pack Brighton 2015

MUSIC
DEGREES
BA (HONS) IN:
PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP
SONGWRITING
EVENT MANAGEMENT
MUSIC PRODUCTION
MUSIC JOURNALISM
YOUR MUSIC CAREER STARTS HERE
THE UK & EUROPE’S
MOST CONNECTED
MUSIC COLLEGE
BIMM.CO.UK
WELCOME
WELCOME TO YOUR BIMM INSTITUTE
BRIGHTON 2015/16 ACCEPTANCE
BROCHURE AND CONGRATULATIONS
ON BEING OFFERED A PLACE! I AM
DELIGHTED THAT YOU HAVE CHOSEN
TO STUDY AT THE UK’S LEADING
ESTABLISHMENT FOR MODERN
MUSIC EDUCATION.
BIMM Institute Brighton was founded in 2002. Since then our student
population has grown to over 1600, with a portfolio of courses that has
expanded to encompass new programmes in Music Production, Music
Business, Event Management and Music Journalism as well as the more
traditional and long established performance and songwriting programmes.
BIMM Institute Brighton’s tutors have between them amassed a vast body
of experience working in the music industry spanning many years, and
all combine their teaching with professional music industry profiles as
performers, writers, arrangers, producers and entrepreneurs. This ensures
that our students benefit from their first-hand professional expertise and
experience throughout the course. This approach to curriculum delivery,
allied with our fantastic visiting faculty and guest events programme, is
designed to provide a creative environment that’s challenging, stimulating
and connected, enabling the music professionals of tomorrow to hone their
skills in the best possible way.
We have the finest, up-to-date equipment and resources available for
student use and the College is endorsed and supported by leading
equipment brand manufacturers. Whatever your ambitions within the
modern music industry, BIMM Institute Brighton’s unparalleled level of
career-relevant expertise, facilities and support networks guarantee
that you will be given the best guidance, assistance and opportunities
to achieve your goals.
I look forward to welcoming you to BIMM Institute Brighton for the 2015/16
academic year.
ADAM BUSHELL
College Manager
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CONTENTS
04 INDUCTION AND ENROLMENT
05 COURSE INFORMATION
06 BA(HONS) IN PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP BASS
07 BA(HONS) IN PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP DRUMS
08 BA(HONS) IN PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP GUITAR
09 BA(HONS) IN PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP VOCALS
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12
13
14
BA(HONS) IN SONGWRITING
MUSIC THEORY
BA(HONS) IN EVENT MANAGEMENT
BA(HONS) IN MUSIC BUSINESS
BA(HONS) IN MUSIC PRODUCTION
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16
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BA(HONS) IN MUSIC JOURNALISM
RECOMMENDED RESOURCES
STUDENT SUPPORT
20TRANSPORT
21 STUDENT LIFE
23 GET CONNECTED AT BIMM
24 FRESHERS’ GUIDE
25 FACULTY INFORMATION
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INDUCTION AND
ENROLMENT
IN ORDER TO PREPARE YOU FOR
STUDYING AT THE BIMM INSTITUTE
BRIGHTON, WE WOULD LIKE YOU TO
ATTEND AN ENROLMENT SESSION.
Here you will meet key members of staff and be given
important information about the College and your course.
We will also hold an Induction event at the Theatre Royal
in Brighton city centre on the 5th October. This will
be a fantastic opportunity to hear from some industry
professionals, guests and tutors, meet lots of students from
BIMM and watch some brilliant bands. During this week
BIMM will also host a number of Fresher’s Events around
the city so you can start networking straight away.
It is essential to attend these sessions so keep in mind
that enrolment will take place any time from the week of
September 21st. Exact dates and times will be confirmed
via e-mail at the beginning of September, so please keep
us updated if your contact details change.
USEFUL CONTACTS
ADMISSIONS:
admissions@bimm.co.uk
STUDENT SUPPORT:
studentsupportbrighton@bimm.co.uk
FINANCE:
financeenquiries@bimm.co.uk
TERM DATES
ENROLMENT WEEK:
21st September–2nd October 2015
TERM 1: 5th October 2015–11th December 2015
TERM 2: 11th January 2016–18th March 2016
TERM 3: 11th April 2016–17th June 2016
IF YOU DO NOT ATTEND THIS SESSION, YOU WILL NOT
BE ABLE TO START YOUR COURSE.
PRE-ENROLMENT FOR YOUR COURSE
All students are required to complete pre enrolment information prior to your
enrolment day. You will have been sent an email with information regarding this.
Below is a list of things that MUST be completed:
Pre-enrolment form must be completed in full and submitted – the link to this form
will have been sent to you by email
Passport style photo – This will be used for your student ID card. Please follow the
guidelines on how to upload your photo on the BIMM website
Proof of ID – Please send a colour scan of your passport/driving licence/Citizen card
to admissions@bimm.co.uk
Confirmation of SLC loan or alternative payment method evidence – please send a
scan of the confirmation for the SLC loan
PRE ENROLMENT FORMS MUST BE COMPLETED BY THE 11th SEPTEMBER 2015.
PLEASE NOTE: Timetables cannot be provided before enrolment. This is a full-time
course and the timetables given to you at enrolment are not flexible. Any part-time jobs
must work around the timetable given.
BA(Hons)
COURSE
INFORMATION
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BA(Hons) in
PROFESSIONAL
MUSICIANSHIP
BASS
HEAD OF BASS
FRANC O’SHEA
ESSENTIAL
EQUIPMENT
Bass and lead
There are many opportunities for musicians currently in the
music industry and bass players in particular are in high
demand. Our aim is to help you to become a well-rounded
player so that you have the versatility to play in a variety of
situations, which will increase your employment possibilities.
Some of our bass graduates have gone on to work with artists
such as Will Young and Mamas Gun.
Tuner
Our courses feature high quality tuition from seasoned players
who are all currently active in the music industry and have
a full understanding of what is demanded of today’s bass
player. Techniques, styles, studio musicianship, theory, reading,
upright bass and music business are all covered, which will
enable you to make the most of your career as an in-demand
professional musician.
Spare strings
Metronome/Metronome
app (Pro Metronome)
Headphones and
1/4 jack input
Stationery and
manuscript paper
Ear plugs
All students are strongly
advised to wear ear
protection when in class,
practicing or performing.
RECOMMENDED READING
Ashton, A. (2005) The Bass Handbook. San Francisco: Backbeat Books
Clayton, S. (2013) The Bass Guitarist’s Guide to Reading Music. (s.l.): Bassline Publishing
Friedland, E. (1995) Building Walking Bass Lines (Bass Builders). Milwaukee: Hal Leonard Publishing
Mulhern, T. ed. (2000) Bass Heroes: Styles, Stories and Secrets of 30 Great Bass Players. Backbeat UK
Please note that this is a recommended reading list and therefore not essential.
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BA(Hons) in
PROFESSIONAL
MUSICIANSHIP
DRUMS
HEAD OF DRUMS
PAT GARVEY
ESSENTIAL
EQUIPMENT
Sticks and brushes
Being a drummer coming to study at BIMM, you are automatically
taking the first step to owning your career, putting yourself in
a position to take advantage of unique opportunities, world
class tuition, and support for your professional and personal
development. You’ll have the chance to network with thousands
of like minded musicians and, being based in Brighton, you’ll
become part of one of the most vibrant and diverse music scenes
in the world.
Practice pad
Headphones and 1/4 jack
input
Metronome/Metronome
app (Pro Metronome)
Stationery and manuscript
paper
Ear plugs
The course will provide you with the highest standard of tuition
and will help you to develop your own voice on your instrument
and excellence in your chosen discipline. You’ll get the support
you need to help develop your career along the path you want
to take it, and you’ll be supported and guided on your journey by
tutors who have the experience of working in the music industry
at the highest levels worldwide. Subjects like styles, performance,
technique, theory, business, reading, music production, preproduction and much more, are all covered in depth by
experienced industry professionals, not just with a proven track
record in their field but in education as well, and all taught within
our world class facilities.
All students are strongly
advised to wear ear
protection when in class,
practicing or performing.
RECOMMENDED READING
Chester, G. (1985) The New Breed Modern Drummer Publications
Gallwey, W. T. and Green, B. (1996) The Inner Game of Music New York: Doubleday & Company, Inc.
Hester, J. (2011) Mind Over Meter (s.l.):(s.n.)
Riley, J. (2004) The Art of Bop Drumming Alfred Music Publishing
Please note that this is a recommended reading list and therefore not essential.
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BA(Hons) in
PROFESSIONAL
MUSICIANSHIP
GUITAR
HEAD OF GUITAR
JIM WILLIAMS
ESSENTIAL
EQUIPMENT
Guitar and lead
The guitar tutors at Brighton will provide you with the skills
and knowledge that will help you become a complete guitarist
ready for the ever expanding world of contemporary music.
Musical elements, techniques and styles will be linked together
to help you apply them to your own personal passions for
music, as well as helping you become involved with other
talented musicians.
Tuner
Metronome/Metronome app
(Pro Metronome)
Headphones and 1/4 jack
input
Stationery and manuscript
paper
Spare strings
The common ground between different styles and genres will
become clear as you develop musicality as an individual as
well as the tools every musician needs to work creatively and
effectively in a band situation.
Ear plugs
Capo
Slide
Various plectrums
All students are strongly
advised to wear ear
protection when in class,
practicing or performing.
RECOMMENDED READING
Gambale, F. (1989) The Frank Gambale Technique Book 1. Manhattan Music Publications
Gambale, F. (1989) The Frank Gambale Technique Book 2. Manhattan Music Publications
Govan, G. (2002) Creative Guitar 1 and 2. Sanctuary Publishing Ltd.
Greene, T. (1981) Chord Chemistry. Dale Zdenek Publications
Please note that this is a recommended reading list and therefore not essential.
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BA(Hons) in
PROFESSIONAL
MUSICIANSHIP
VOCALS
HEAD OF VOCALS
KATE CAMERON
ESSENTIAL
EQUIPMENT
Microphone and lead
Brighton is the home of many a rock star because it’s beautiful, it’s
quirky and it cherishes the creative soul; it’s big enough to attract
the attention of the musical elite, and small enough for you to make
a big impression on. We hope you are really excited to be here!
You have joined us because you want to develop your talent to the
point where music can become your career. This is exactly what
we want – to develop our students as excellent vocalists and live
performers, ready for real work. So you are going to be taught
exclusively by high achieving professionals who will gladly pass
on the skills, knowledge and love of the art of vocalising that have
taken them so far in your chosen industry.
Keyboard
Stationery and
manuscript paper
Ear plugs
All students are strongly
advised to wear ear
protection when in class,
practicing or performing.
You’re just about to set out on an amazing journey. You will be
surrounded by music and inspired by great talent from tutors,
guests and of course your fellow students, a microcosm of the
music industry with links across the world. From this pool will come
the connections you will keep for the whole of your working life.
So get ready to launch, to work and to play hard and to grab all
the opportunities that are going to be coming your way. And don’t
forget to love the music! That’s at the heart of why we’re all here.
RECOMMENDED READING
Baxter, M, (1989) The Rock ‘n’ Roll Singer’s Survival Handbook. Milwaukee: Hal Leonard Corporation
Riggs, S. (1993) Singing for the Stars: A Complete Guide to Training Your Voice. Alfred Music Publishing
Sheppard, B. (2008) The Everything Singing Book. Adams Media Corporation
Rockschool Male/Female Vocals Grades 1-8 (2014)
Please note that this is a recommended reading list and therefore not essential.
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BA(Hons) in
SONGWRITING
HEAD OF SONGWRITING
JAKE SHILLINGFORD
ESSENTIAL
EQUIPMENT
Microphone and lead
The outstanding stable of professional songwriting tutors we have
at Brighton will provide you with the skills and knowledge that will
hone your skills in composition and performance ready for the ever
expanding world of contemporary music.
Musical and compositional elements and performance and styles will
be professionally linked together to help you apply them to your own
personal passions for music, as well as helping you become involved
with other talented musicians.
The common ground between different styles and genres will become
clear as you develop your own musicality as an individual, as well as
the tools every songwriter needs to work creatively and effectively in
the music industry. I hope you make the most of your exciting musical
journey and I wish you the very best of luck! Work hard and enjoy
every moment!
RECOMMENDED READING
Zollo, P. 2003. Songwriters on Songwriting (Revised and Expanded).
Da Capo Press
How to Make it in the Music Business. Published by Virgin Books (2007)
Revolution in the Head: The Beatles’ Records and the Sixties.
Published by Fourth Estate (1994)
Lyrics: 1962-2001: Dylan, B. Published by Simon & Schuster Ltd (2013)
Please note that this is a recommended reading list and therefore not essential.
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Keyboard
Stationery and manuscript
paper
Ear plugs
All students are strongly
advised to wear ear
protection when in class,
practicing or performing.
A few words on
MUSIC THEORY
MUSIC THEORY IS AN IMPORTANT PART
OF THE BA (HONS) IN PROFESSIONAL
MUSICIANSHIP AND SONGWRITING
COURSES. STUDENTS STUDY THEORY
MODULES IN YEARS 1 AND 2, AND USE
THEORY CONCEPTS IN MANY OTHER
MODULES THROUGHOUT THEIR TIME
AT BIMM.
Below is an explanation about why it’s not scary plus some resources
you can use to brush up on your theory
So often the mention of music theory strikes fear into the heart of a
musician. If approached from a dry, academic perspective it can seem
hard to align the concepts of music theory with your own music. In
truth, the study of music theory is the study of music. The word ‘theory’
could easily be dropped from the title. Studying music theory concepts
is the bridge between what has occurred in the past, what is happening
now in your music, and the potential to advance in terms of creativity
and improvisation, composition and session musician skills. The more
books you read, films you watch, lyrics you memorise will all inform
your day-to-day speech and vocabulary. The same is true for studying
harmony, ear training, transcription, and reading music.
BIMM aims to get you using music theory concepts to explore many areas
of rhythm, pitch and harmony, becoming a more accomplished and well
rounded musician, and most importantly, to benefit your own music.
RECOMMENDED READING
www.musictheory.net
www.teoria.com
www.good-ear.com
Levine, M. (1995) The Jazz Theory Book. Petaluma: Sher Music
Harrison, M. (2002) Contemporary Music Theory Levels 1-3. Hal Leonard Corporation.
Please note that this is a recommended reading list and therefore not essential.
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BA(Hons) in
EVENT
MANAGEMENT
COURSE LEADER
JON STEWART
Welcome to the BA (Hons) in Event Management,
a qualification validated and awarded by University
of Sussex. I’ve really enjoyed putting this course
together and am determined to make it the best it
can possibly be for you and those who will follow.
If you have any feedback on the modules, the
curriculum, the delivery, the assessment or our
facilities, please contact me or pass the information
on to your elected student representatives.
I’d like to thank the BIMM HE Team members
who have contributed to the development of this
qualification; not least our faculty of experienced
practitioners who are active in all areas of the events
industry, and who are dedicated to excellence in their
chosen fields and in their teaching.
BIMM is a great place to study, Brighton is a
wonderful town to live in, and this is a fantastic time
of opportunity and potential for young people in the
events and music business. I sincerely hope you find
your experiences here enjoyable and beneficial, and
that in years to come you will remember your time
here with us fondly and as an important step in your
journey as a successful event organiser.
Please make the most of the many opportunities
that will arise and vast array of connections you can
make in your time here at BIMM Institute Brighton.
Remember, the small things you do now could
become very big things in your future!
Very best wishes for your studies and very best of
luck in your career.
RECOMMENDED READING
Bladin, C. (Et Al) 2012 Events Management: An
Introduction. Routledge
Bowdin, G. (et al) 2011. Events Management (3rd Ed).
Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann
Conway, D. G. The Event Manager’s Bible: The Complete
Guide To Planning and Organising a Voluntary or Public
Event (3rd Ed). How To Books
Getz, D. 2007. Event Studies: Theory, Research and Policy
for Planned Events. Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann
Raj. R. 2014 Events Management: An Integrated and
Practical Approach. Sage
Robinson, P., Wale, D., Dickson, G. 2010. Events
Management. CABI: Wallingford
Association of British Professional Conference
Organisers: www.abpco.org
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Association for Event Management Education:
www.aeme.org
Association of Event Organisers: www.aeo.org.uk
Association of Independent Festivals: www.aiforg.com
British Arts Festivals Association: www.artsfestivals.co.uk
European Festivals Association:
www.efa-aef.eu/en/festivals
Event Industry News: www.eventindustrynews.co.uk
Event Manager Blog: www.eventmanagerblog.com
Event Juice: eventjuice.co.uk/blog
International Journal of Events Management Research:
www.ijemr.org
The British and International Federation of Festivals for
Music, Dance and Speech:
www.federationoffestivals.org.uk
The Event Services Association: www.tesa.org.uk
BA(Hons) in
MUSIC
BUSINESS
COURSE LEADER
JON STEWART
Welcome to the BA (Hons) in Music Business, a
qualification validated and awarded by University
of Sussex. I’ve really enjoyed putting this course
together and am determined to make it the best it
can possibly be for you and those who will follow.
If you have any feedback on the modules, the
curriculum, the delivery, the assessment or our
facilities please contact me or pass the information
on to your elected student representatives.
I’d like to thank the BIMM HE Team members
who have contributed to the development of this
qualification; not least our faculty of experienced
practitioners who are active in all areas of the music
business, and who are dedicated to excellence in
their chosen fields and in their teaching.
RECOMMENDED READING
Bemuso: www.bemuso.com
Guardian Music: www.theguardian.com/music
International Journal of Music Business Research:
musicbusinessresearch.wordpress.com/internationaljournal-of-music-business-research-ijmbr
Mi2N: www.mi2n.com
Music Manager’s Forum: www.themmf.net
Music Producers’ Guild: www.mpg.org.uk
Music Tank: www.musictank.co.uk
Music Week: www.musicweek.com
Musicians Union: www.musiciansunion.org.uk
PPL UK: www.ppluk.com
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BIMM is a great place to study, Brighton is a
wonderful town to live in, and this is a fantastic time
of opportunity and potential for young people in the
events and music business. I sincerely hope you find
your experiences here enjoyable and beneficial, and
that in years to come you will remember your time
here with us fondly and as an important step in your
journey as a successful music industry professional.
Please make the most of the many opportunities
that will arise and vast array of connections you can
make in your time here at BIMM Institute Brighton.
Remember, the small things you do now could
become very big things in your future!
Very best wishes for your studies and very best of
luck in your career.
PRS for Music: www.prsformusic.com
Record of the Day: www.recordoftheday.com
Seth’s Blog: sethgodin.typepad.com
The Lefsetz Letter: www.lefsetz.com
The Music Business Journal, Berklee: www.thembj.org
The Unsigned Guide 2011 (UK Edition), Manchester: MCR Music
Byrne, D. (2012) How Music Works. London: Canongate
Gammons, H. (2011) The Art of Music Publishing: An
entrepreneurial guide to publishing and copyright for
the music, film and media industries. USA: Focal
Harrison, A. (2014) Music: The Business: The Essential
Guide to the Law and the Deals. London: Virgin
Rutter, P. (2011) The Music Industry Handbook. Routledge
BA(Hons) in
MUSIC
PRODUCTION
COURSE LEADER
MATT HODSON
Welcome to the BA (Hons) in Music Production here
at BIMM Institute Brighton and congratulations on
being offered a place! I am delighted that you have
chosen to study at the UK’s longest-established
centre for modern music education.
The music production industry has moved to a new
model, where a wider range of transferable and
specialist skill sets are essential, meaning music
producers today need to be able to diversify in
their work more than ever before. This course aims
to provide you with a high level of understanding
of practical, creative and technical techniques, and
the theory that underpins music technology and
production. So expect a challenging but stimulating
creative environment to make you all ready to
become the music professionals of tomorrow.
On the course, you will be led by tutors, all of whom
combine teaching with their professional music
industry profiles as producers, engineers, performers,
writers and entrepreneurs, so expect nothing less
than experienced expert advice.
Throughout the three years on the course you will
naturally gravitate to wherever your ambitions within
the modern music industry lie, so the opportunities
of this course led by an unparalleled level of careerrelevant expertise, equipment access and support
networks guarantee that you will be given the best
guidance and assistance in achieving your goals.
As a team we are excited and passionate about our
subject and are convinced that you are the future of
this creative and inspiring industry. I look forward to
welcoming you to the BA (Hons) in Music Production
here at BIMM Institute Brighton.
Using the finest equipment available and real-world
resources, this course will see you engaging in a wide
spectrum of music production arenas so that you are
able to apply yourself to many different roles within
one of the most exciting and dynamic industries today.
RECOMMENDED READING
Huber, D. (2005) Modern Recording Techniques. Oxford: Focal Press
Margulies, J. (2013) Ableton Live 9 Power: The Comprehensive Guide. Delmar Cengage Learning. 1285455401
Pejrolo, A (2011) Creative Sequencing Techniques for Music Production. Focal Press. 0240522168
Paul Stavrou, Michael & Martin, Sir George. (2003) Mixing with your Mind. Flux Research. 0646428756
Please note that this is a recommended reading list and therefore not essential.
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BA(Hons) in
MUSIC
JOURNALISM
COURSE LEADER
JACQUI SWIFT
Welcome to the BA (Hons) in Music Journalism here
at BIMM Institute Brighton - and congratulations on
securing a place here for what is going to be a very
exciting three years at the UK’s longest-established
centre for modern music education.
ESSENTIAL
EQUIPMENT
Laptop
Dictaphone or recording app on your
phone. We recommend the Olympus
VN-731PC Digital voice recorder
Here at BIMM we pride ourselves on having the most
dynamic, knowledgeable and industry-savvy tutors, all
of whom still enjoy busy careers in the music industry.
This, together with BIMM’s unrivalled facilities and
support networks, guarantees you will be given the
best guidance and assistance available to help you
achieve your career goals.
reviews. The skills needed to generate documentary
content, magazine design and webzine building and
management are also embedded within the course.
You will learn about business, academic research and
critical analysis skills, and learn about presentation,
leadership, project, team and personal management.
The new Music Journalism degree will develop the
skills, knowledge, expertise and contacts needed
to find success in your chosen career. The course
has been structured to ensure it remains current,
contextual and connected with the wider music
industry.
And what better place to study Music Journalism than
in an environment where musical activity is happening
everywhere? BIMM has a vast amount of music
talent under one roof. This will make studying Music
Journalism at BIMM a truly unique experience – one
that other institutions can’t offer.
Throughout your three years at BIMM, this degree
will provide you with a high level of writing skill, in
addition to the development of a broader range of
journalistic skills in a variety of media including print,
online, TV and radio . You’ll also learn how to source
and research for news, features, comment pieces and
So expect a challenging, stimulating and creative
environment designed to prepare you to become the
music professionals of tomorrow. I look forward to
welcoming you to the BA (Hons) in Music Journalism
here at BIMM Institute Brighton for the 2015/16
academic year.
RECOMMENDED READING
Huber, D. (2005) Modern Recording Techniques. Oxford: Focal Press
Margulies, J. (2013) Ableton Live 9 Power: The Comprehensive Guide. Delmar Cengage Learning. 1285455401
Pejrolo, A (2011) Creative Sequencing Techniques for Music Production. Focal Press. 0240522168
Paul Stavrou, Michael & Martin, Sir George. (2003) Mixing with your Mind. Flux Research. 0646428756
Please note that this is a recommended reading list and therefore not essential.
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RECOMMENDED
RESOURCES
BIMM INSTITUTE BRIGHTON RECOMMENDS THAT
ALL STUDENTS START TO EXPLORE THE RESOURCES
HIGHLIGHTED BELOW BEFORE TERM STARTS.
JOURNALS/
MAGAZINES
CMU (Complete Music Update)
Music Week (Main UK Industry
Magazine)
M Magazine (PRS Magazine)
Mojo Magazine
NME
Q Magazine
The Fly
The Guardian Guide (Saturdays)
WEBSITES/BLOGS
Create Digital Music
createdigitalmusic.com
Synthtopia
www.synthtopia.com
PRS
www.prsformusic.com
@cdmblogs
@thebpi
@ppluk
@CMU
PPL
www.ppluk.com
@songlinesmag
BASCA
www.basca.org.uk
@theivors
SONGLINES
www.songlines.co.uk
@m_magazineprs
AUDIOBOO (Music Section)
www.audioboo.fm/browse/music/
boos
@prsfoundation
Brighton Open Mic Nights
www.
brightonandhoveopenmicnights.
weebly.com
The Quietus
www.thequietus.com
Drowned in Sound
www.drownedinsound.com
Fact
www.factmag.com
Pitchfork
www.pitchfork.com
The Line of Best Fit
www.thelineofbestfit.com
The 405
www.thefourohfive.com
The Guardian Music
www.theguardian.com/music
Clashmusic
www.clashmusic.com
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TWITTER FEEDS
TO FOLLOW
@basca_uk
@musicweeknews
@prsformusic
@uk_music
@aim_uk
@recordoftheday
@officialcharts
@guardianmusic
STUDENT
SUPPORT
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STUDENT SUPPORT
SERVICES
We are committed to helping students fulfil their
potential during their time at BIMM Institute Brighton and
we place an emphasis on supporting the development of
our students both academically and personally. With this
in mind, the Student Support team is available at every
step of the student journey to offer confidential support
and guidance on issues such as stress, smoking, alcohol
and drugs, disability and learning support, family/friends/
relationship problems, sexual health, eating disorders,
depression and anxiety issues; as well as on-going
academic and practical learning support and advice. We
also offer a wide range of additional support services that
are designed to meet students’ academic and welfare
needs to enrich the BIMM Institute Brighton experience.
PASTORAL SUPPORT
The Student Support team holds individual one-on-one
sessions with students to discuss any issue they may
be struggling with. These are strictly confidential and
can include any topic ranging from personal issues,
attendance and assessment related queries, discussion of
special considerations we may need to take into account
to support your studies and booking into one of the
other support services we offer. We actively encourage
students to book appointments to come and meet us
at any point during their studies for extra support; the
Student Support team are always available on site for
a chat when the college is open.
ACADEMIC
TUTORIALS
Students are encouraged to book regular
one-to-one tutorials to work on technique,
master their academic writing and discuss
their skills, development and long/short
term career goals. Tutorials give students
a unique opportunity to be individually
guided by the most experienced industry
professionals in the country.
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DISABILITY AND LEARNING SUPPORT
Students with registered specific Learning Difficulties
and an official Educational Psychologist Report
completed after the age of 16 may be eligible for
DSA (The Disabled Students’ Allowance). DSA can
fund additional support such as specialist oneto-one mentoring, reasonable adjustments and
technological aids. Students who do not have an
up to date Educational Psychologist Report, or just
suspect a specific learning difficulty should contact the
Student Support team, who will arrange the relevant
assessments and advise on accessing support.
You can find more information regarding DSA
(including eligibility and application forms) here
www.gov.uk/disabled-students-allowances-dsas/
overview
BIMM INSTITUTE BRIGHTON IS
COMMITTED TO A POLICY OF
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES AND
PROVIDES CONFIDENTIAL
ADVICE AND SUPPORT TO
STUDENTS WITH VARYING
DISABILITIES AND SPECIFIC
LEARNING DIFFICULTIES.
We are committed to ensuring that students with
specific needs are provided with equal access to their
chosen course of study and facilities. The College is
working towards removing any barriers which might
prevent an individual from actively participating in
student life.
If students indicate on their application and/or preenrolment form that they require further support, then a
member of the Student Support team will be in contact
to arrange an individual consultation. This is to ensure all
requirements are catered for.
COUNSELLING
BIMM Institute Brighton offers counselling to any
student in need of the service via an external
professional practice. This free and confidential
provision offers individuals the opportunity
to explore a wide range of emotional and
psychological issues. The counselling service
provided is hugely experienced and abides by the
British Association for Counselling Code of Ethics.
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We advise that students apply for this as early as
possible to ensure that support can be put in place at
the start of the academic year, though there is no formal
deadline for applications to be received. If you require
any additional information or would like to discuss this
further with one of the Student Support team, please
contact studentsupportbrighton@bimm.co.uk
We work with students with a wide range of
disabilities, including but by no means restricted to:
Specific learning difficulties (such as dyslexia,
dyspraxia, ADHD)
Mental health difficulties (such as depression,
bi-polar disorder, anxiety)
Students with autistic spectrum and asperger’s
syndrome
Long-term medical conditions (such as HIV, cancer,
multiple sclerosis)
Unseen disabilities (such as diabetes, asthma, epilepsy)
Sensory impairments (such as visual/hearing
impairment)
Mobility or physical impairments (such as paralysis,
arthritis)
TRANSPORT
BIMM IS WELL CONNECTED TO THE REST
OF THE CITY VIA PUBLIC TRANSPORT.
BUS
TRAIN
BIKE
The ‘Brunswick Place’ bus stop on
Western Road is directly outside
our main campus at BIMM West
and is serviced by buses from all
over the city;
For those living outside of the
city, BIMM is easily accessible
from either Brighton or Hove
mainline station. There are also
frequent trains which run to and
from London Victoria and London
Bridge. Have a look on
www.southernrailway.com for train
times and ticket prices.
Brighton and Hove is very cyclistfriendly with accessible cycle lanes
and bike storage all over the city.
If you live a short distance from
the College it might be the most
cost effective way to travel. Find
out more about cycling in Brighton
www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/
content/parking-and-travel/traveltransport-and-road-safety/cycling
1, 1A, 2 Hove – Kemp Town
5, 5A, 5B West Hove – London
Road
20, 21, 21B Brighton Centre –
Hanover
25, 46, 49 Portslade – Lewes Road
– Moulsecoomb
6, 60, 700 South Coast – Brighton
Centre
For details about service times and
route information please refer to
www.buses.co.uk
For cheaper bus travel in the
Sussex area, students can get
discounted tickets using the
Brighton Bus App for Smart
Phones. For more information visit
the website www.buses.co.uk/app
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STUDENT LIFE
THE CITY OF BRIGHTON AND HOVE REALLY DOES HAVE
EVERYTHING – SUN, SEA, BRILLIANT CLUBS, LOADS OF LIVE
MUSIC, GREAT PLACES TO EAT, FABULOUS SHOPS AND A
REAL BOHEMIAN COSMOPOLITAN VIBE. IT’S ESTIMATED THAT
STUDENTS FORM AROUND 15% OF THE POPULATION HERE, SO
YOU CAN BE CONFIDENT THAT YOU’LL FIND PLENTY OF LIKE
MINDED PEOPLE AND LOTS TO KEEP YOU OCCUPIED.
CULTURE
Brighton and Hove is a highly creative city with
a diverse cultural scene and a wealth of theatres,
galleries, live music and cinemas. Some of the most
popular places exhibiting the best of culture in the
south can be seen below:
Theatre Royal Brighton, New Road – two centuries
old, this is the venue for pre-West End premieres
and big touring shows
The Dome/Corn Exchange, New Road – an excellent
venue for a wide variety of dance, music and theatre
Komedia, Gardner Street – a flag ship venue for
cutting-edge comedy.
Duke of York Picturehouse, Preston Circus – this
cinema shows the latest films, along with many
independent movies, and provides regular themed
screenings
Pavilion Museum and Art Gallery, Pavilion Gardens
– set in the grounds of the Pavilion, this venue has
rich historical collections and exciting exhibits both
new and old. Plus entrance is free!
Concorde 2, Madeira Drive – this music venue has
legendary live bands, incredible club nights and the
biggest sound and lighting system in Brighton
The highlight of the cultural year is the annual
Brighton Fringe Festival. Held in May, it’s England’s
biggest arts festival, attracting hundreds of performers
to its three-week stint. You will be able to catch
internationally renowned musicians, dancers, poets,
comedians and writers. This rich mix of performers can
be found everywhere throughout the city, be it a bar,
cafe, an established theatre or spilling out onto the
streets and parks of Brighton.
With the biggest LGBTQ community in Europe,
Brighton is the home to ‘Pride’, the UK’s biggest Gay
Pride Carnival. People from around the world flock to
this event, which celebrates the liberalism of Brighton’s
lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender culture.
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STUDENT LIFE
SHOPPING
Brighton can satisfy all your shopping needs. Big name
stores can be found in Churchill Square shopping
centre and on Western Road, but if you’re looking for
something a bit more off-beat then visit the bohemian
North Laine; a laid-back area of independent clothes
shops, cafes and record shops. This is not to be
confused with the upmarket South Lanes area with its
cobbled alleyways of exclusive fashion boutiques and
expensive antiques.
NIGHTLIFE
When the sun sets, Brighton’s legendary nightlife kicks
in. The city boasts over 200 pubs and bars; the most
bars and pubs per square mile than any other city in the
UK. The majority of Brighton’s clubs, including Concorde
2, Audio, Coalition and the Green Door Store hold gigs
in the early evening before opening up to their regular
club nights later on. There is an event to cater for every
taste, almost every night of the week. Don’t worry about
missing out on anything though – you’ll be handed flyers
at every street corner and most pubs, bars and cafes will
have the latest what’s on guide.
EATING OUT
Whatever your taste and budget you’ll find plenty
of places to eat in Brighton. There are over 400
restaurants, more than anywhere in the UK outside of
London, which provide food from all cuisines.
THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Obviously there’s Brighton beach and the pier, but
hop on one of the open-top buses that run from
the seafront and you’ll soon find yourself in some of
England’s most beautiful countryside. Devil’s Dyke
is the best place to enjoy breath taking views of the
South Downs, while Stanmer Park has acres of open
space and a traditional tearoom that should go down
well with your family when they visit.
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GET CONNECTED
AT BIMM
NETWORKING EVENTS
BIMM hold networking events in Term 1, which is a great opportunity to get
together with other students from different courses that have similar musical
interests. Not only is it a great way to find new friends and swap some phone
numbers, but it’s also a good place to start finding band members.
BIMM GIGS
Once you’ve got your band together
and had some rehearsals, you can
audition for one of BIMM’s end-of-term
gigs. We hold two of these a term, and
utilise the amazing venues that are
on our doorstep, such as Concorde
2, Coalition and Komedia. These are
ticketed events with all proceeds going
to one of BIMM’s nominated charities,
and are a great opportunity for
students to get some live performance
experience and put on a brilliant show
for their peers, friends and families.
BIMM ALBUM
The BIMM album is a showcase of BIMM’s best
songwriting talent. Students have the opportunity
to submit their demos to be reviewed by our
Artist Development team, and a selection of
these songs will be professionally recorded and
available to buy as a CD or digital download.
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FRESHERS’ GUIDE
FRESHERS’ EVENTS, AT THE BEGINNING
OF THE FIRST TERM, ARE A GREAT WAY TO
MEET PEOPLE AND MAKE FRIENDS; WE’LL
PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION ABOUT
THESE AT ENROLMENT. YOU CAN EXPECT
CLUB NIGHTS, GIGS, NETWORKING EVENTS
AND PLENTY OF DRINKS PROMOTIONS.
COMMON
FEELINGS
STRATEGIES
FOR COPING
Moving away from home to a new
city and starting University is a
really exciting opportunity for a
big change. You get to make a
whole new start in a new place
with new people. You might feel a
mixture of great excitement and
nervousness – what will the course
really be like? Will I get on with my
housemates? Will I make friends?
How do I look after myself?
There are some important things to
keep in mind when going through
this experience of moving away from
home. These will prepare you and
help you to cope with any situation
you stumble across.
Look after yourself – It takes time
for new friends to really know you
properly, which means you need to
put your own welfare, health and
safety at the top of your priorities.
Know yourself and what you can
handle – This is a time when you
can experiment and find a way
of living that really suits you, but
this can take time. Try not to be
pressured or influenced by others’
opinions and actions. Try to make
decisions about life choices in the
cold light of day, so that you know
how you want to respond if you
end up in a tricky situation.
Confront difficulties – In a new
environment it’s easy to waste
time worrying about things you
don’t understand or can’t control.
Don’t be afraid to ask the Student
Support team and many other
agencies external to BIMM who are
ready and willing to help you with
any problem or query, big or small.
Begin to see challenging situations
as a chance to overcome something
rather than a problem in your way.
Please remember that you are not
alone in feeling this way. These are
all questions that everyone in your
situation is asking themselves.
If you’re worried about making
friends, or not knowing the city,
or how to make a Bolognese;
remember that every other person
around you feels the same way,
and within just a couple of days
you will feel more at home and
comfortable than you can even
imagine.
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Be healthy – Maintain a good
diet, get adequate sleep and
try to be active when you can;
people are often happier if they
are healthy. Register with a
local doctor’s surgery so that if
you fall ill you can get the right
care. If you are feeling stressed
or sad talk to the Student
Support team, they will find
you the right support; know
when you need to get some
extra help.
Make a budget – Work out how
much money you have for the
term, and how much you will
have to spend on unavoidable
costs like rent, food and bills.
This way you will know how
much you have left to spend on
yourself. Doing this will avoid
running out of money half way
through the term, which can be
very stressful.
Don’t work all the time – As
independent study is so
important at University, it can
sometimes be hard to give
yourself time off. Give yourself
regular breaks and occasional
days off.
Do work some of the time –
Being away from home and
with so much to do in a new
city, it can be easy to neglect
your work and fall behind in the
course. Make sure you find the
time for your studies to avoid a
stressful situation.
Be yourself! – People can’t get
to know and like you for who
you really are if you don’t act
like yourself. There are so many
people to potentially become
friends with, be yourself and
you will find the right friends
for you.
FACULTY INFORMATION
STUDENT CARDS
STUDENT COMMON
ROOM
PRACTICE
FACILITIES
You will be issued with a BIMM
student card and lanyard at
the start of your course. It is
compulsory that you wear your
student card at all times when
within BIMM.
This is situated in BIMM West.
There is a water cooler, vending
machine and sofas for your use
between lectures.
At BIMM Institute Brighton we make
teaching spaces available in BIMM
House, West and East for students
to book and rehearse in for free,
timetable permitting.
BIMM Institute Brighton has also
teamed up with Monster Studios
www.monsterstudios.co.uk and Bird
Studios www.birdstudios.co.uk to
offer BIMM students free rehearsal
time. Please contact these studios
directly to make a booking.
There are a number of other
rehearsal rooms available in
Brighton. Brighton Electric is one of
the best; we use their facilities on
a regular basis for running various
auditions and assessments.
www.brightonelectric.co.uk/
rehearsal.html
BIMM Institute Brighton does not
have any dedicated rehearsal
rooms onsite.
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studies with us at BIMM Brighton and offer a wide
range of support services designed to meet your
academic and welfare needs, don’t hesitate to speak
to us whenever required: T: 08442 646 66
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