Community Music

Introduction

The Master of Arts in Community Music is a one year, full-time postgraduate programme. It offers a comprehensive grounding in the skills and knowledge needed to function as a successful community musician in a range of contexts. The course is aimed at musicians who want to extend or develop the abilities needed to facilitate the expressive work of others and work effectively with a wide range of people in diverse settings. Students attain practical perspectives and hands-on experiences in the emerging field of Community Music in conjunction with developing the skills required to realise projects from their inception to their final execution. The course includes: new music skills, groupwork, fundraising, evaluation, project development and entrepreneurism. The course considers and addresses the growing interest in Community Music throughout the world.

Objectives

• To equip students with a professional qualification in Community Music;
• To develop workshop skills, practical management and all other skills necessary for this work;
• To add to the academic canon of community music writing;
• To consider and be part of the development of community music in Ireland;
• To promote access to excellent participatory music making.

Programme Content

Semester 1
Community Music in Context, Community Music Skills 1, Elective module.
Semester 2
Project Management and Development, Community Music Skills 2, Elective,
Final Presentation.

Duration: 1 Year

Entry Requirements

Primary degree in a suitable discipline with first or second class honours or an approved equivalent qualification (Primary degree: level 8 NQAI). Or an equivalent capability based on prior professional experience.
A performance audition and interview will be required in all cases. Additional audio, visual or written material may be required.

Careers

Orchestral outreach, Prison and Probation Service, Schools, Day Care settings, health settings, Youth Service, Local Authority, Arts Councils, Adult Education, Multicultural Arts groups.