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WELCOME

BIMM Institute Birmingham is the seventh college in the BIMM group, opening its doors to the first cohort of students in September 2018.Our portfolio of degree programmes include Practical Musicianship, Songwriting, Music Production and Music Business, Event Management and Music Journalism. This combination of disciplines creates an effective microcosm of the music industry for you to network within and start your journey towards ultimate success.

BIMM’s tutor roster is made up of music industry professional musicians, songwriters, producers, artists, managers and entrepreneurs, who have not just learnt how to do it, they are actively out there doing it. This means that their experience in the real word yesterday, will be relevant in your lectures today, ensuring that the curriculum is always at the cutting edge, to best prepare you for your own future in the industry.

We believe that everything you do while at BIMM is preparing you for your career. For that reason, your career doesn’t begin when you leave, it begins now. We will provide you with numerous opportunities, and I encourage you to make the most of every single one – whether they be gigs in local venues, performing at our open days, producing tracks for your fellow musicians, working at festivals, auditioning for record labels, or promoting a local venue – these all give you valuable experience which you can use to demonstrate your ability to future employers or clients.

The degree programme will be challenging at times, and you will need to work hard to get the most from your time at BIMM, but never forget that you are not alone, we are here to help you when you need it. You are also surrounded by many other students in the same boat, who will also be happy to assist. The person you help today, will be the person who can offer you an important gig in the future.

I’m looking forward to working with you this academic year, and I can’t wait to hear and see what you can achieve.

ANTONY GREAVES College Principal

WELCOME TO YOUR BIMM INSTITUTE BIRMINGHAM 2018/19 ACCEPTANCE BROCHURE. I WOULD LIKE TO CONGRATULATE YOU ON YOUR SUCCESSFUL PLACE AT THE UK’S LEADING PROVIDER OF MODERN MUSIC EDUCATION AND ASK THAT YOU TAKE SOME TIME TO READ THROUGH ALL THE RELEVANT INFORMATION HERE TO HELP YOUR TRANSITION INTO COLLEGE LIFE.

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04 INDUCTION AND ENROLMENT05 COURSE INFORMATION06 BA(HONS) PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP (ALL DISCIPLINES)07 BA(HONS) PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP BASS08 BA(HONS) PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP DRUMS09 BA(HONS) PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP GUITAR10 BA(HONS) PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP VOCALS11 BA(HONS) SONGWRITING12 MUSIC THEORY13 BA(HONS) MUSIC BUSINESS14 BA(HONS) MUSIC PRODUCTION15 BA(HONS) EVENT MANAGEMENT16 BA(HONS) MUSIC JOURNALISM17 RECOMMENDED RESOURCES18 STUDENT SUPPORT21 TRANSPORT22 STUDENT LIFE24 GET CONNECTED AT BIMM26 FRESHERS’ GUIDE27 FACULTY INFORMATION

CONTENTS

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IN ORDER TO PREPARE YOU FORSTUDYING AT THE BIMM INSTITUTEBIRMINGHAM, WE WOULD LIKE YOU TO ATTEND AN ENROLMENT SESSION.

You will be sent instructions on how to pre-enrol onto your course. You will be asked to complete a pre-enrolment form and upload some essential personal information, as detailed at the bottom of this page. It is really important this part of enrolment is completed before you come in for your actual enrolment session.

You will be asked to attend an enrolment session at some point during the week commencing 24th September. You will be informed of the exact date once you have completed your pre-enrolment. At your enrolment event you will receive important information about the College and your course, including your timetable and course book plus you will get the opportunity to meet your course leader and your future class mates.

From the 26th of September, we will also being holding Induction and Freshers’ Events, which will be a fantastic opportunity to meet and network with lots of BIMM students and enjoy some brilliant bands and DJs.

PRE-ENROLMENT FOR YOUR COURSEAll students are required to complete pre-enrolment information prior to your enrolment day. You will be sent an e-mail with a link to the pre-enrolment portal which will guide you through all the required processes.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 be sent to you by e-mail

Passport style photo – This will be used for your student ID card. Please follow the guidelines on the pre-enrolment portal. You will not be able to enter BIMM buildings without an ID card

Proof of ID – please upload a colour scan of your passport/driving license/Citizen card to the pre-enrolment portal

PRE ENROLMENT FORMS MUST BE COMPLETED BY THE 11th SEPTEMBER 2017.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.

INDUCTION AND ENROLMENT

IF YOU DO NOT ATTEND YOUR ENROLMENT SESSION, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO START YOUR COURSE. INDUCTION EVENT INFORMATION WILL BE PROVIDED AT ENROLMENT.

USEFUL CONTACTSADMISSIONS: [email protected] SUPPORT: [email protected]: [email protected]

TERM DATESENROLMENT WEEK: Commencing 24th - 28th September 2018

Term 1: 1st October 2018 – 7th December 2018Term 2: 7th January 2019 – 15th March 2019Term 3: 8th April 2018 - 14th June 2019

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COURSE INFORMATION

BA(Hons)

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PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP (ALL DISCIPLINES)

Congratulations on securing a place on the BA (Hons) degree programme in Professional Musicianship, and welcome to Birmingham.

With the city of Birmingham, the UK’s 2nd largest city, having such a rich musical history, BIMM Institute is a really great place to study and you’ll be able to make the most of the many opportunities that the Birmingham gig scene has to offer – whether that’s as an audience member or as a performer.

The outstanding roster of instrumental and vocal tutors in Birmingham will support you in building the skills and knowledge required for success in musicianship, composition and performance, which in turn will prepare graduating musicians for the diverse and eclectic world of modern music.

This degree is validated and awarded by one of the top universities in the U.K. – the University of

Sussex – and completion will result in not only having the best qualification to move forward through the myriad layers of the music industry in all its forms, it will further provide a wide range of transferable skills essential for your personal and professional development.

Within the BA (Hons) in Professional Musicianship, activities will facilitate collaborations between singers, drummers, bassists and guitarists, though this can broaden out to writers studying on the BA (Hons) in Songwriting. With the other industry based degrees of Music Business and Music Production, BIMM Birmingham comprises students working in all fields related to the music industry.

Make your time here at the BIMM Institute, Birmingham count and take the first steps towards a rich and rewarding future.

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RECOMMENDED READING

BASS:Clayton, Stuart (2006) Bass Styles: The Ultimate Guide to Playing Bass in any Genre-Music. Bassline

Publishing

Coryat, Karl (ed.) (1999) The Bass Player Book. San

Francisco: Miller Freeman Publishing

DRUMS:Weckl, D. (1987). Contemporary Drummer + One. Alfred Publishing Co

Igoe, T. 2006. Groove Essentials. (Book / DVD) Hudson

GUITAR:Ferguson, Jim (1997). All Blues for Jazz Guitar: Comping Styles, Chords and Grooves (Mel Bay) Guitar Master

Class Publications

Govan, G. 2003. Creative Guitar 1 & 2. SMT Publications

VOCALS:Claytoven, R (2007) The Professional Studio Vocalist Boston USA. Thomson Course Technology

Thompson, Jo. 2004. ‘Find Your Voice’. Artemis/Editions publishing

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PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP BASS

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.

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 greatly increase your employment possibilities. Some of the BIMM bass graduates have gone on to work with artists such as Will Young and Mamas Gun.

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 and music business are all covered, which will enable you to make the most of your career as an in-demand professional musician.

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ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT

Bass and lead

Tuner

Metronome/Metronome app (Pro Metronome)

Headphones and 1/4 jack input

Stationery and manuscript paper

Spare strings

Ear plugs

RECOMMENDED READING

All students are strongly advised to wear ear protection when in class, practising or performing.

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PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP DRUMS

RECOMMENDED READINGChester, 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


As a drummer coming to study at BIMM, you are 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 Birmingham, you’ll become part of the rich and eclectic music scene that it has to offer.

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 your chosen path, and you’ll be supported and guided on your journey by tutors who have experience of working in the music industry at the highest levels worldwide. Subjects like styles, performance, technique, theory and business 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.


ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT

Sticks and brushes

Practice pad




Ear plugs

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PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP GUITAR

RECOMMENDED READINGGambale, 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


The guitar tutors at BIMM Birmingham will provide you with the skills and knowledge that will help you become a complete guitarist, ready to work in the ever-expanding world of contemporary music.

Musical elements such as techniques and styles are taught together with music performance, music theory, music business and artist development to help you develop every facet of your musicality and professionalism.

All of this in a creative environment populated by hundreds of talented musicians and potential music business professionals will ensure you have the best opportunity to prepare yourself for a career as a professional musician.

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT

Guitar and lead

Tuner




Spare strings

Ear plugs

Capo

Slide

Various plectrums


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PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP VOCALS

RECOMMENDED READINGBaxter, M, (1989) The Rock ‘n’ Roll Singer’s Survival Handbook. Milwaukee: Hal Leonard Corporation

Riggs, S. (1993) Singing for the Stars: A Complete Program 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)


As a vocalist coming to study at BIMM Birmingham, you are 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.

Our outstanding roster of tutors aim to support the development of our students as excellent vocalists and live performers, ready for real work through a focus on sharing. The skills, knowledge and love of the art of vocalising that have ensured they remain professionally active in the industry.

You’re 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 connections you will keep for the whole of your working life.

So, get ready to work and to play hard, grabbing all the opportunities that come your way. And don’t forget to love the music! That’s at the heart of why we’re all here.

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT

Microphone and lead

Keyboard


Small practice amp


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SONGWRITING

RECOMMENDED READINGZollo, 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)


The exceptional team of professional songwriting tutors at BIMM Birmingham will provide you with a wealth of technical skills and musical know how to help focus your ideas in composition and performance, ready for the challenging and exciting world of contemporary music. Songwriting techniques, composition for multimedia, arrangement, styles and performance are all taught together with an applied approach to music theory, the music business and artist development to help you develop every facet of your musicality and professionalism.

All of this is delivered in a creative environment populated by hundreds of talented musicians and potential music business professionals to ensure that as your scope develops through versatile, skilled songwriting and beyond, you have the best opportunity to prepare yourself for a career as a professional songwriter.

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT

Microphone and lead

Keyboard


Ear plugs


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MUSIC THEORY

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.

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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.

www.musictheory.netwww.teoria.comwww.good-ear.comLevine, M. (1995) The Jazz Theory Book. Petaluma: Sher Music

Harrison, M. (2002) Contemporary Music Theory Levels 1-3. Hal Leonard Corporation.


RECOMMENDED READING

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MUSIC BUSINESSWelcome to the BA (Hons) in Music Business, a qualifcation validated and awarded by University of Sussex. I’d like to thank the BIMM HE Team members who have contributed to the development of this programme; not least our faculty of experienced practitioners who remain active in all areas of the music business, and who are dedicated to excellence in their chosen fields and in their teaching.

You will be taught by artist managers, promoters, live events managers and have the opportunity to collaborate and network with publishers, label owners and students and musicians from every field of the music industry. Skills in digital music marketing, artist management, publishing and artist development will be fostered throughout the course as you have the opportunity to collaborate putting your knowledge into practice on a variety of events and projects that will prepare you for work in the music industry.

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 Birmingham. Remember, the small things you do now could become very big things in your future!

Meantime, you may find the reading and web sources listed here useful. (Don’t feel you have to buy these books – we have copies in our digital library.)

Very best wishes for your studies and very best of luck in your career.

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RECOMMENDED READING

Bemuso: www.bemuso.comGuardian Music: www.theguardian.com/musicInternational Journal of Music Business Research: musicbusinessresearch.wordpress.com/international-journal-of-music-business-research-ijmbrMi2N: www.mi2n.comMusic Manager’s Forum: www.themmf.netMusic Producers’ Guild: www.mpg.org.ukMusic Tank: www.musictank.co.ukMusic Week: www.musicweek.comMusicians Union: www.musiciansunion.org.ukPPL UK: www.ppluk.com

PRS for Music: www.prsformusic.comRecord of the Day: www.recordoftheday.comSeth’s Blog: sethgodin.typepad.comThe Lefsetz Letter: www.lefsetz.comThe Music Business Journal, Berklee: www.thembj.orgThe 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. Routledge13

MUSIC PRODUCTION

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Welcome to the BA (Hons) in Music Production here at BIMM Institute Birmingham and congratulations on being offered a place!

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.

Using the finest equipment available and industry standard resources, this course will see you engaging in a wide spectrum of music production arenas to enable you to apply yourself to many different roles within one of the most exciting and dynamic industries today.

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 career- relevant 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 Birmingham.

RECOMMENDED READINGHuber D and Runstein, R (2017) Modern Recording Techniques (Audio Engineering Society Presents). 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


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EVENT MANAGEMENTWelcome to BIMM Institute Birmingham from the Events Management team! BIMM Institute Birmingham’s Events Management BA course aims to equip you with the creative skills and strategic know-how to organise a wide variety of events.

Throughout the course there will be the opportunity to volunteer at numerous events and work on live events projects. We have strong links with various venues, festivals and events management companies throughout Birmingham and the West Midlands. You’ll also meet fellow students who are eager to create something new; the next festival, the next amazing live event. Birmingham is incredibly well served by a dazzling array of diverse music venues and happenings all year round, providing you with access to numerous music, food and drink venues, sporting and cultural events and conferencing venues.

Career opportunities exist in a wide range of sectors including live music, festivals, exhibitions, weddings, sporting events and conferences. In addition to a wide range of music festivals in the area the arrival of the Comonwealth Games will create great demand for events management skillsets.

Our Events Management tutors are in a superb position to be able to support your involvement in this thriving environment as they deliver sessions that will give you the opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge that are required by the industry. You’ll find BIMM Institute Birmingham a vibrant and exciting environment to study in. You will network with students across all disciplines and no doubt spark off working relationships that will carry on for years after. BIMM Institute Birmingham is more than a college; it’s a fantastic community of like-minded and inspirational individuals who all have a passion for music and live events. We’re looking forward to meeting you and helping you along an exciting career path in Events Management.

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RECOMMENDED READING

Bladin, C. (Et Al) 2012 Events Management: An Introduction. RoutledgeBowdin, G. (et al) 2011. Events Management (3rd Ed). Oxford: Butterworth-HeinemannConway, 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. SageRobinson, P., Wale, D., Dickson, G. 2010. Events Management. CABI: Wallingford 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/homeEvent Industry News: www.eventindustrynews.co.uk Event Manager Blog: www.eventmanagerblog.com Event Juice: eventjuice.co.uk/blogInternational Journal of Events Management Research: www.ijemr.orgThe British and International Federation of Festivals for Music, Dance and Speech: www.federationoffestivals.org.ukThe Event Services Association: www.tesa.org.uk

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MUSIC JOURNALISMWelcome to the BA (Hons) in Music Journalism at BIMM Institute Birmingham - and congratulations on securing a place here for what will be three very exciting years at the UK’s longest-established centre for modern music education.

Here at BIMM we pride ourselves on having the most dynamic, knowledgeable and industry-savvy tutors, all of whom still enjoy busy careers in music journalism, video production, design, PR and numerous other industry roles. 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.

The Music Journalism degree will develop a variety of transferable skills, knowledge, expertise and contacts needed to find success in your chosen career. Throughout your three years at BIMM you will get out what you put in. Take the opportunities presented to you and you will leave this degree with a high level of writing skill, first-hand professional advice and a range of journalistic skills in a variety of media including print, online, video and audio. In addition, you’ll learn how to research, pitch and create news, features,

comment pieces and reviews, while 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, as well as presentation, leadership, project, team and personal management.

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. Expect a challenging, stimulating and creative environment. We look forward to welcoming you to the BA (Hons) in Music Journalism at BIMM Institute Birmingham for the 2018/19 academic year.

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT

Laptop

Dictaphone or recording app on your phone. We recommend the Olympus VN-731PC Digital voice recorder

All students are strongly advised to wear ear protection when attending live music events.

RECOMMENDED READING

Hand, D. & Middleditch, S. (2014) Design For Media: A Handbook for Students and Professionals in Journalism, PR and Advertising. Hoboken: Routledge

Hicks, W. (2008) Writing for Journalists. London: Routledge

Jones, S. (ed.) (2002) Pop Music and the Press. Philadelphia: Temple University Press, U.S.


RECOMMENDED RESOURCES

WEBSITES/BLOGS

Create Digital Music – cdm.link

Synthtopia – www.synthtopia.com

PRS – www.prsformusic.com

PPL – www.ppluk.com

BASCA – www.basca.org.uk

SONGLINES – www.songlines.co.uk

Birmingham Music Archive www.birminghammusicarchive.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

The Argus – www.theargus.co.uk

The Great Escape Festival – Greatescapefestival.com

Playlists galore – indieshuffle.com

Hip hop lovers – allhiphop.com

General music blog – thewildhoneypie.com

Metal – terriorizer.com

And more metal – metalinjection.net

BIMM INSTITUTE BIRMINGHAM 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 Guardian Guide

TWITTER FEEDS TO FOLLOW

@cdmblogs

@bpi_music

@ppluk

@CMU

@songlinesmag

@basca_uk

@theivors

@MusicWeek

@m_magazineprs

@prsformusic

@prsfoundation

@uk_music

@aim_uk

@recordoftheday

@officialcharts

@guardianmusic

@thegreatescape

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STUDENT SUPPORT

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PASTORAL SUPPORTThe 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.

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICESWe are committed to helping students fulfil their potential during their time at BIMM Institute Birmingham 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 Birmingham experience.

ACADEMIC TUTORIALS AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTStudents 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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BIMM INSTITUTE BIRMINGHAM 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 pre-enrolment 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.

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 one-to-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 can arrange the relevant assessments and advise on accessing support. Please note that Educational Psychologist Reports are not provided by the College and cost in the region of £350.

You can find more information regarding DSA (including eligibility and application forms) here www.gov.uk/disabled-students-allowances-dsas/overview

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 [email protected]

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)

COUNSELLINGBIMM Institute Birmingham 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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TRAINBirmingham has 8 local railways that cross the city and make moving between venues and attractions easy and simple. Birmingham New Street is the largest and busiest of the three main railway stations in the city centre of Birmingham. It is a central hub of the British railway system and makes travelling throughout the UK a breeze. Having gigs in the surrounding cities and towns is now easier than ever with the Midland Metro which will whisk you between Birmingham and Wolverhampton. Network West Midlands provides online timetables, fares including day tickets and passes, ticket purchase and route planning. To visit the Centro website, use www.centro.org.uk

BUS AND METROThere are busses to all suburbs and areas of Birmingham making Birmingham brilliant for easy affordable travel. There is a huge network that links everyone to everything. Night busses that go throughout the evening and early hours to places as far away as Coventry. Getting home from a gig is safe, cheap and easy. Network West Midlands has all

the timetables and fair information online for easy ticket buying and route planning. More and more local buses have facilities such as low floors for easy access for wheelchair users and pushchairs. www.networkwestmidlands.com

TAXIBirmingham’s well-regulated taxis are especially convenient for those with heavy luggage or returning late from a night out. TOA taxis are Birmingham’s black cab operators. They can be hailed in the street or reached at one of the many taxi ranks in the city centre; the main ones are at New Street Station, Stephenson Street and Digbeth Coach Station.

BIKEWith miles of canals and a compact city centre, what better way to explore Birmingham and the wider region than by bicycle? There are cycle lanes or paths on many of the major routes into and across the city that take in some of the city’s beautiful parks and waterways en route. National cycle route 5 is runs through Birmingham.

BIMM BIRMINGHAM IS WELL CONNECTED TO THE RESTOF THE CITY VIA PUBLIC TRANSPORT.

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1. Festivals: The city hosts over 50 festivals a year, including the International Jazz Festival.

2. The Birmingham Hippodrome is one of the most popular theatres in the UK and has over half a million people visit each year. 3. The NEC holds over 500 events per year, ranging from art exhibitions to the Crufts dog show. 4. Home to the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Symphony Hall is one of the world’s greatest concert halls. 5. Birmingham is the birthplace of the legendary rock band Black Sabbath and is known and the Home of Heavy Metal. 6. Hosting 3 major football clubs, Aston Villa, West Bromwich Albion and Birmingham City FC there is plenty of games to enjoy. 7. The Belfry hosts the Ryder Cup Golf tournament and is the Headquarters for the Professional Golfers Association.

8. Edgbaston Cricket Ground is home to Warwickshire County Cricket Club and is also used for Test Matches and One Day Internationals. 9. The Alexander Stadium is an International Athletics venue that hosts major athletics events, such as the Diamond League series and British Championships. 10. A thriving gay village on Hurst Street, with plenty of bars and nightclubs. The area is renowned for its vibrant and friendly atmosphere and is the heart of the city’s annual gay pride celebrations. 11. If you love to party then Broad Street is for you, with its half-mile stretch of bars, restaurants and nightclubs. The Arcadian, set in the city’s China Town region, offers a more relaxed range of bars playing a variety of music. 12. The Library of Birmingham is located at Centenary Square, the city’s most important public open space in the heart of Birmingham city centre’s Westside. Free to use for all students and open till late.

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VENUESBirmingham is jam-packed with amazing live venues. Here are seven of the best… so you can spend less time searching and more time gigging.

Birmingham has long had a history of vibrant nightlife. From ‘60s Brumbeat venues like the Plaza Ballroom in Handsworth to ‘90s superclubs like Godskitchen and Gatecrasher, the city has always celebrated good live music. These days, though, Birmingham is fast gaining a reputation as one of the most exciting places in the UK to discover new music.

Whether you’re after intimate acoustic shows, booming B-Town indie rock or hands-in-the-air electronic beats.

EATING OUTBirmingham boasts a flourishing and diverse restaurant scene. Catering to all budgets and tastes. Foodies flock to the Balti Triangle which is the home and birthplace of the Balti Curry.

Birmingham’s Chinese district sits alongside traditional pub grub, meaning you really are spoilt for choice. For those with more expensive tastes Birmingham has a number of Michelin star restaurants including Turners at 69, Purnell’s and Simpsons.

Regular food festivals offer Michelin starred food at student prices throughout the city. Monthly food and farmer’s markets such as Moseley’s provide fresh, local produce.

SHOPPINGBirmingham with its iconic bullring centre that offers over 110,000sq m of retails space including the eye catching skin of the Selfridges store with its 15,000 aluminium disks. With the largest Chinatown outside of London and the biggest jewellery quarter in Europe its little wonder it’s in England’s top 3 most visited places to shop. The Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market has over 200 stalls and brings an unrivalled sense of merriment to the city at Christmas time. Throughout the year other highlights include the Mailbox complex and the grand central Birmingham with its flagship John Lewis store.

THE GREAT OUTDOORSBirmingham Museum and Art Gallery is home to the largest collection of pre-Raphaelite artwork in the world, as well as collections of silver, sculpture, ceramics and ancient and social history galleries. The Gas Hall Gallery houses a constantly changing programme of exhibitions. Entrance is free except for certain exhibitions. One of Europe’s leading contemporary art galleries, Ikon is stylish, progressive and recognised for its individuality. The Ikon exhibits the best international and British art in a changing programme of exhibitions and events. Admission is free. Birmingham Museums has extraordinary venues that provide a fascinating glimpse into Birmingham’s rich and vibrant past and showcase world class museum collections. Digbeth Dining Club started in 2012 and is a multi-award winning food, music and entertainment event, with dishes from £5 from over 22 traders every Friday.

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BIMM GIGSOnce you’ve got your band together and had some rehearsals, you can audition for one of BIMM’s end-of-term gigs.

We these most terms, and utilise the amazing venues that are on our doorstep.

These gigs 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 ALBUMThe 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.

NETWORKING EVENTSBIMM 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.

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CAREERS AND INDUSTRY TEAMYour career in music starts here at BIMM and we have a dedicated Careers and Industry team looking forward to working with you.

We support the next generation of music performers and professionals in a number of ways, if you are a performer or songwriter, you will be invited to artist development tutorials where you will be advised on recording, gigs, your digital profile, photography, videos and promotion.

For industry professionals, there are numerous exciting placements at companies across labels and promoters, publishers, PRs and magazines. Book a Careers tutorial to get advice on your CV or on starting your own business. We also have a well established festival programme, from Glastonbury to the Great Escape, we have opportunities for you to get involved.

All students are welcome at the Careers Hub, this is where you will meet employers and A&Rs, lawyers and agents; lined up this year we have YouTube, Universal, Sony Music and more ready to come and network with you and your fellow students. Book a tutorial, get involved as soon as you get here, we’re looking forward to meeting you!

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FRESHERS’ GUIDE

COMMON FEELINGSMoving 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?

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.

STRATEGIES FOR COPINGThere 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.

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.

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.

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FACULTY INFORMATION

STUDENT CARDS

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.

WHERE SHOULD I BE LOOKING?

BIMM Institute Birmingham is located at 93-96 Floodgate St, in Digbeth.

There is an abundance of student accommodation within a fairly short distance of the building, and plenty of house and flat shares run by private landlords

in other popular student areas. Please take into consideration the cost of travelling and the time it takes to get to the College from where you choose to live. The following areas in particular are a good place to look for shared student accommodation:

- Birmingham City Centre- Selly Oak- Moseley and Kingsheath- Edgbaston

Birmingham is well connected through public transport services; frequent buses that run all through the night, rail and cycle lanes make it easy to get around. Please note there are no parking facilities available at BIMM Birmingham.

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