Advanced Music Performance is a progressive course for performing musicians, building on the skills and knowledge previously achieved at Level 5. We focus on the development of high-level performance technique and support you to engage with the fast-paced music industry and its wide variety of career opportunities for skilled creatives.

In addition to solo and group performance development, you will build on your skills and knowledge in many related areas including song writing, sound engineering, event management, promotion and music management.

Your teaching team includes skilled practical musicians who will work with you to prepare you for a successful career in the music industry. As a performance-based course, your assessment projects will include live music performances and gigs, songwriting and studio recording. We will also help you to prepare for auditions for access to Higher Education progression opportunities.

What Makes This Course Special

• Experienced musicians on our staff
• Live gigs and performance projects
• State-of-the-art facilities and equipment, including music practice suites and recording studio
• The opportunity to write and record original songs
• Collaboration with our partners VISUAL Carlow
• Detailed technical knowledge

Course Content

Progression
Progress to further study and careers including:

Virtual Studio Tour – Click and Drag To Move Around

Testimonials

Studying Music at Carlow Institute has changed my life. The support I received from the staff was incredible. Their guidance helped nurture my talents, and I was encouraged to push beyond my limits in a supportive environment where I felt seen and valued. I developed invaluable skills and discovered more about myself. The confidence I gained has empowered me to pursue music in a serious way and has opened doors I never thought possible. Currently, I am performing and writing music with Asophonics alongside Aaron Thompson and with Music Generation Carlow. Every step of the journey has been an incredible learning experience.

Workplace Feedback

“Music is part of our national identity, our psyche, and our way of life. Beyond its important social and reputational contribution, however, music is a vital economic driver – both directly and indirectly. Music contributes more than €700 million to the Irish economy each year and supports more than 13,130 jobs”

Eleanor McEvoy,
Chairperson, IMRO

Entry Requirements

• QQI Level 5 Certificate in Music or equivalent
• Standard entry requirements.

Certification

• QQI Level 6 Advanced Music Performance 6M20602
  

Costs

• You are required to pay the application and registration charges, but your tuition, examination and awarding body costs are free
  (see costs, fees and finance)

Garda Vetting
See the Garda Vetting details on the Entry Requirements Page

PLSS Code: 498687
Coordinator: Karen O’Neill

 
Course is subject to minimum enrolment. The programme content shown is indicative and is subject to change according to Awarding Body requirements as well as enrolment and resources.