FdA Sound & Music Technology
Class of 2022
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This page is dedicated to providing course-specific information relating to your start with us in September. New information will be added to this page over the coming weeks and we will inform you when this becomes available
Meet Martin, your course leader
Meet Martin, your course leader
In this short video welcome you will:
Get to know Martin a little better ahead of your start in September
Find out what you'll be doing in your first month at dBs
Learn how best to utilise your time between now and September
Welcome to FdA Sound & Music Technology with course leader Martin Peacock.m4vMeet your teaching team
Meet your teaching team
John Canning
Module Leader
John is an electronic music production, keen DIY synth builder and is passionate about exploring the integration of hardware with software.
Ben Glass
Module Leader
Ben (aka Digistep) makes up one half of Dubkasm; one of the UK's most renowned dub outfits and has played on stages in over 20 countries.
Deeply embedded in the dub and roots scene in Bristol, Ben's output with Dubkasm has given him a great insight into putting together big collaborative projects.
Kris Burton
Module Leader
Kris has worked with Abbey Road Studios, Underworld and was instrumental in overseeing the sound at the London 2012 Olympics.
Outside of teaching he performs in Bristol-based DnB outfit Paper Dragon.
Jacopo Chiari
Module Leader
Jacopo is a jack of all trades and a master of most. His background extends across live sound engineering, mixing, sound design and production. Jacopo works closely with Emmanuel in introducing students to innovative approaches to sound.
Course preparation FAQs
Course preparation FAQs
Will lessons begin on Monday 12th September?
No, your first week at dBs Institute will be Induction & Freshers' Week and will focus on getting everyone prepped for their first week of study and engaging in a range of workshops, guest lectures and other activities. You can find more detailed information on the dedicated Induction & Freshers' Week page.
What do I need to bring for the start of term?
Your sessions will take place in either a studio environment or in one of our IT suites. As such, it is essential that you invest in some good quality headphones (as opposed to ear buds) and bring these with you to all sessions as you will no doubt be spending many hours listening. It is a good idea to also carry with you a portable USB storage device to enable you to backup and transfer projects between dBs and home.
Is there anything I should be doing between now and when I start?
As the majority of this course is taught using Ableton Live we highly recommend you download the free trial and develop a basic understanding of how to use the software. Make sure you spend this time continuing to do what you love and honing your craft, so that when September arrives you're ready to dive straight in.
Below we've provided a list of books and online resources that will be useful in preparing for your start at dBs.
Suggested Reading*
Suggested Reading*
Here are a few books that are worth getting hold of and having a look through:
Burgess, R. 2013. The Art of Music Production. Omnibus
Cage, J. 1994. Silence: Lectures and Writings. Wesleyan
Huber, D. and Runstein, R. 2005. Modern Recording Techniques. Focal
Russ, M. 2008. Sound Synthesis and Sampling. Focal
*It’s important to note that there isn’t any expectation that you’ll buy these books before starting your course. However, if you would like to do some reading in preparation, these are a good place to start!
Useful Resources
Useful Resources
Software
Ableton Live Trial: https://www.ableton.com/en/trial/
Ableton's 'Learn Live' online series: https://www.ableton.com/en/live/learn-live/
Websites
Other information
Other information
If you are currently holding a conditional offer and do not achieve the results you needed please contact us as soon as possible to discuss your options.
Call us on 0117 325 9290 or email admissions@dbsmusic.co.uk
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