Songwriting is the backbone of the music industry. In the Songwriting course you spend time in the studio with professional songwriters who have worked with artists such as Jamelia, Bob Marley, Warren G, Sugababes, All Saints and more. You'll learn how contemporary songs are put together and what makes them successful. If you want to write songs and make a living from your music, then it's essential that you have an understanding of music theory, composition, lyric-writing and arrangement techniques. We also look at the music industry and explore copyright, publishing and promotion. Practical exercises form an integral part of this course and students are expected to be able to play an instrument or have some experience in music production software such as Logic Pro or Ableton Live.
Aluna Francis is half of AlunaGeorge. She studied production at PB before taking off to chart success with 'You Know You Like It' & No.1 hit 'White Noise' with Disclosure. Check out her awesome video.
After graduating, Felix went to #1 in 11 countries with 'Cheerleader'. He says: "PB enabled me to network with other young artists & learn from each other. I’m still working with some of them!"
Debut single 'And Every' was signed by Greenmoney & went to 1 in the Juno charts. Says: “I attended Point Blank with Madam X who has supported my music & played it on her 1Xtra shows from the start.”
Everyone knows Leona from X Factor. Before she won it, Leona wowed her fellow students on our Singing Course. "Her talent was obvious" said her instructor, "and her success thoroughly deserved."
Linton aka Stepz composes/produces for Dido, Warren G, All Saints, Jamelia and Imogen Heap to name a few. He’s been active in the music industry after 3 decades and was signed to Motown in the US.
Royal College of Music Masters grad Emily has credits at BBC, Halifax & John Lewis. She assists composer Stephen Baysted on films & video games including 'The Walking Dead: Assault’ & Shift 2: Unleashed.
Played keys for K-Creative, Galliano, Raw Stylus. Remixer/producer/writer for Incognito, Joey Negro, Valerie Etienne, Two Banks Of Four, The Bays. Albums on Sony, BBE & Primaudial Records.
Ivor Novello & Grammy-winning musician/songwriter. Worked with Steve Winwood, Jamelia, Bob Marley, Jimmy Cliff and more. Co-wrote 'Buffalo Stance' with Neneh Cherry. Watch his video below.