Program Overview

Singing Summer School (Ages 13-17)

Key Info

• Duration: 1 Week
• Start dates: 2025: 4 August, 11 August
• Timetable: Monday - Friday, 10am - 4pm

Fees

• £445 payment in full
• £100 registration fee + balance of £345

Accommodation

• pointblank does not offer on-campus housing, but works with trusted providers to help students find safe, comfortable accommodation that fits their needs and budget.

Course Overview

Spend five inspiring days at pointblank's Singing Summer School, where you'll work with expert vocal coaches who have worked alongside renowned artists. Master professional warm-up routines and advanced vocal techniques that will boost your confidence. Our state-of-the-art studios provide the perfect environment to refine your singing skills as you work toward an end-of-week performance.

Modules

• Basic vocal anatomy & warm ups
• Exercises - major scales & arpeggios
• Discover your vocal range
• Vibrato techniques
• Developing vocal control
• Learning & singing a song as a group
• Developing performance techniques
• Posture and breathing exercises
• Lead vocal performance techniques
• Introducing harmonies
• Gaining awareness of vocal care
• Practice routines and scales

Expert Lecturers

• Phil Ramocon: Ivor Novello & Grammy winning musician and songwriter who has worked with Steve Winwood, Jamelia, Bob Marley, Jimmy Cliff, and more.
• Alex Wood: Conservatoire (RCM) trained musician who has played professionally in orchestras, pit bands, and string quartets, and has recorded and mixed various genres of music.
• Carroll Thompson: Iconic British reggae singer who has recorded with Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan, Sade, and more.

Career Opportunities

Following a few difficult years of the pandemic, the music industry is now in a period of rebuilding, meaning that there are more opportunities than ever to forge a new career as a vocal performer. A renewed interest in gigs, festivals, as well as more productions and sync work means that there are lots of options to establish a range of exciting careers in vocals, composing, or engineering in the studio or live.

• Vocalist
• Songwriter
• Vocal Producer
• Lyricist
• Artist/Performer
• Composer
• Artist Manager
• Musical Director
• Vocal Arranger
• Vocal Coach

FAQ

• Do I need to buy equipment to take the course?
  • No, we supply all the equipment you need for your course.
• What is my timetable?
  • This is a five-day summer school course which takes place from Monday to Friday from 10am to 4pm each day.
• I am an International Student. How do I apply?
  • Non-UK students may need to apply for a Standard Visitor visa. Please refer to our International Student Guidance section for more information on the application process.
• Do you provide accommodation?
  • There is a wide range of student residences and accommodation options near to pointblank. Please contact us for more information.