Program Overview

Singing Weekend

Course Overview

This course is for those looking to perfect their singing skills and fulfill their potential as a vocal performer. Designed and delivered by experts who have worked alongside some of the biggest names in the industry, you will be taught by top vocal coaches in our state-of-the-art studios in Shoreditch which have seen the likes of Izzy Bizu, Aluna Francis, Leona Lewis, and many more walk through the doors.

This course will teach you to deliver an accomplished vocal performance, both on stage and in the studio. Develop your vocal talents with professional warm-up routines and learn vocal techniques to gain confidence in your performances. You'll learn how to perform classic songs before exploring your own songwriting ideas. All styles are welcome, and no previous experience is required.

Modules

• Warm Ups
• Practice Routines
• Scales, Arpeggios, Vibrato
• Articulation, Dynamics, & Pitching
• Breathing & Diction
• Timbre/Styles
• Triads & Harmony
• Harmonies
• Intonation, Tone, & Ad libs
• Voice Projection Techniques
• Confidence & Stage Presence
• Live Performance

Expert Lecturers

• Phil Ramocon: Ivor Novello & Grammy-winning musician and songwriter who has worked with the legendary Steve Winwood, Jamelia, Bob Marley, Jimmy Cliff, Talk Talk, and more.
• Carroll Thompson: Iconic British reggae singer who's also recorded with Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan, Sade & more. Signed to Virgin as a solo artist. Scored several Top 40 hits & No.1 on the UK Reggae Chart with 'I'm So Sorry'.
• Alex Wood: Conservatoire (RCM) trained musician having played professionally in orchestras, pit bands, and string quartets. As a sound engineer, he’s recorded and mixed everything from orchestras to heavy metal and musicals to drum & bass.

Career Opportunities

Following a few difficult years of the pandemic, the music industry is now in a period of rebuilding (14% bigger in 2022 compared to 2021) 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

FAQs

• I am an International Student. How do I apply? For courses longer than 6 months: you will be required to apply for a Student Visa. pointblank is able to sponsor you on a Student Visa for degree programs. Please refer to our International Student Guidance section for more information on the application process. For courses of 6 months or less: you may need to apply for a Standard Visitor Visa. All courses completed in less than 6 months can be possible without applying for a Student Visa. Please refer to our International Student Guidance section for more information on the application process.
• Do I need to buy software & equipment to take the course? Depending on your program, certain hardware and software will be essential throughout your studies. To help with your independent learning and assessment work, you will need to have access to this equipment outside of the campus. However, if you are able to attend classes on campus, this equipment will be available to use either in class or by booking practice time. Note that you have access to our facilities 7 days a week during term time for the length of your course (excluding scheduled breaks). Please visit our software and hardware requirements for short courses page which lists the hardware and software you are required to own for each subject. Where you may choose to study online (distance learning), this equipment will be essential to your studies and assignment work. If you wish to buy equipment or software, pointblank students qualify for discounts from Apple Education, Ableton, Native Instruments, Serato, Pioneer DJ, and other leading industry partners.
• What is my weekly study schedule? Each module requires your attendance at one class which will be 3 or 4 hours long depending on the module. You will also have two 30-minute tutorials with your lecturer per module per term for additional support. Your timetable will be confirmed a week before the start of each term. In addition to your classes, you are expected to schedule sufficient independent study and practice time each week. The school facilities are open 7 days a week during term time, allowing you to work on assignments and reinforce the knowledge and skills learned throughout the term.