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Our Electronic Music department is designed to ensure our students can experiment, create and become the artists and producers they want to be. We have some of the UK’s top producers and artists that teach on our courses, all of them dedicated to music and to helping you reach your goals. We’re also very proud of our unique collaboration with Toolroom records, one of the world’s most innovative dance music brands.
As a bassist at WaterBear, you’ll likely to be in high demand as we’ve usually got lots of bands and artists looking for decent Bass players! We keep our class sizes smaller and you’ll be plugging into your own Ampeg amp in class, for personal monitoring. You’ll also get regular time playing live on stage, with access to a range of amps from top quality manufacturers including Ampeg, Ashdown and Marshall, for all the power and tone you’ll need to cover any situation.
What does it take to have a sustainable career in the music industry? That’s the question we’ll answer in order to create your own personalised career pathway through the music industry. Understanding the details of how to construct a long and prosperous career is at the heart of teaching and learning in our Business & Innovation department. We’ll work with you to build your own authentic brand, something at the heart of any successful business. We’ll also explore which business and commercial models are right for you.
If you really want to play great drums, you’ll need to get regular time behind an acoustic kit. That’s why all drum students at WaterBear learn in small groups of no more than 5, in a dedicated drum room on professional-standard acoustic kits. You’ll also need regular access to great tutors, and at WaterBear, we have some of the best tutors and mentors operating in the UK today.
Our Electronic Music department is designed to ensure our students can experiment, create and become the artists and producers they want to be. We have some of the UK’s top producers and artists that teach on our courses, all of them dedicated to music and to helping you reach your goals. We’re also very proud of our unique collaboration with Toolroom records, one of the world’s most innovative dance music brands.
At WaterBear, we take guitar seriously. Guitarists will learn in small groups of no more than 12, with every musician plugged into a Boss Katana for personal monitoring. You can also reference a variety of vintage and modern valve amps, from AC30’s and Plexi’s to a selection of Victory heads and cabs. To reach your full potential, you’ll need to be taught by great tutors. At WaterBear, we have some of the best tutors and mentors operating in the UK today – just take a look at their CVs
Songwriters at WaterBear will get to explore many different approaches to the various aspects of songwriting and composition. Creative spark, lyric writing, music theory, structure and arrangement, rhythm, melody and harmony, together with pre- and post-production techniques all form part of what you’ll be learning. Make sure you check out our roster of tutors and mentors too, all professionals with incredible CVs who are there to help you achieve your goals.
As a student of vocals at WaterBear, you’ll be getting a tailored learning experience that’s designed to support and encourage individual personal development. You’ll get to explore the full capabilities of your voice and develop of a wide repertoire to broaden your vocal range and boost confidence. Our team of vocal tutors and mentors, all working professionals with incredible CVs, will provide you with valuable insights and perspectives via masterclasses, workshops, lectures, and 1-1 mentoring.
Want to know about our BA (Hons) music degree and master’s courses in more detail? The latest 2022 WaterBear Prospectus is available to order. Just fill out the form and we’ll get one sent to you.
At WaterBear, we’re proud to work with some of the industry’s most accomplished music professionals. Tutors and mentors who are all highly experienced at every level of the music industry. Check out their information below. As working professionals, the tutoring team may be subject to occasional change and availability may vary.
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