Prospectus CREATING WORKING ARTISTS

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1 2019 Prospectus CREATING WORKING ARTISTS

2 Contents Welcome to COPA COPA Management Campus Locations Masterclasses Student Successes Facilities Industry Partners Education Partners SRC Visiting the Campus Music Performance Welcome Bridging Course Diploma in Music Performing Arts Music Production Welcome Bridging Course Diploma in Music Music Business Welcome Diploma in Music Short Courses Game Development Live Events: Lighting Music Performance Electronic Music Production Intro to Music Business How to Apply

3 Welcome to COPA Campus of Performing Arts (COPA) was founded in 2003 and is a contemporary music college with campuses in Gauteng, Cape Town and Durban. Our courses are taught by trained facilitators who are music industry specialists as well as professional musicians, giving our students one of the most rounded and intensive practical programmes currently available anywhere in the world. COPA offers full-time courses in: Music Performance (instruments: Bass, Drums, Guitar, Keyboard, Vocals), Music Production (including Sound Technology, Game Audio Design, DJ and Sound Engineering), Music Business and Performing Arts. COPA also offers a short course in Lighting and Game Development Fundamentals and recently added a module Game Audio Development. Students are not only trained in their chosen elective, but also in modules such as Music Business and Stage Presence to ensure that they are well prepared for a successful career in the music industry. Each campus boasts fit-for-purpose facilities with a recording studio, a technology centre, a performance venue and practice facilities for use by its students. Campus of Performing Arts (PTY) Ltd is provisionally registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training as a private higher education institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997 until 31 December Registration certificate No.2011/ HE07/004. Full accreditation by the CATHSSETA also allows COPA to train previously disadvantaged individuals in learnerships, bursaries, and internships (as and when Government SETA Funding permits), with courses found on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF). 3

4 COPA Management We take great pride in our staff at COPA. All lecturers are music professionals in their own right who teach at COPA while actively engaged in various other roles in the industry. This approach allows us to deliver a relevant up-to-date education, essential in an industry which is constantly changing and evolving. To view the full complement of COPA staff please visit our website. Garth Farrant Managing Director Celeste Farrant Chief Operating Officer Wouter Reyneke Head of Faculty CPT Kody Chetty Head of Faculty DBN Niki van der Merwe Head of Faculty GAU Andrew Massey Head of Faculty GAU 4

5 Campus Locations COPA GAU 11 Riverview Office Park Halfway Gardens X 100 Janadel Road Midrand (011) // (012) admingau@copasa.co.za COPA CPT 2nd Floor, Vogue House 17 Hans Strijdom Avenue Cape Town CBD, 8001 (021) admincpt@copasa.co.za COPA DBN 79 Smiso Nkwanyana Road Morningside 4001 (031) admindbn@copasa.co.za 5

6 Masterclasses COPA hosts workshops throughout the year where we invite people from across the music industry to have a masterclass with our students. This makes our masterclasses an integral part of the student experience. Over the last few years COPA masterclass/workshop guests have, amongst others, included: Bruce Wallace Elvis Blue Vinnie Henrico Charlie King Natasha Meister Gary Thomas Al Dirt du Toit DJ Deon Latino Kevin Gibson Maya Spector Jacques Lagesse Jean-Michel Wickli (Shortstraw) Peter Auret Themba Mkhize Mike Loveridge Sebastian Goldswain Sydney Joseph Wilson Okafor Surprise Ndzimande Chad Alexander Ziyon Ayanda Jiya Eugene Mthethwa Jason Moser William Bishop Robin Gallagher Luna Paige Mike Horne Brian Fanner Dale Blignaut DJ Lemonka Naz Holland Patti Ballinas Gabriel Montgomery Keenan Ahrends Hunter Kennedy (Heuwels Fantasties) Mr Gee Veronique LaLouette Kelly Grevler (COPA Alumni) Bheki Khoza Travis Johnston Warren van Wyk (COPA Alumni) Secrets Fit for a King Our Last Night Mark Kahn Alan Roy Scott Ezra Lingeveldt Jeandré Schultz (COPA Alumni) Shaun Johannes Graeme Currie Heine van der Walt Andrew Massey DJ Eazy Dean Barreto (COPA Alumni) John Chamier T-Bone Nelis du Plessis (COPA Alumni) Dio Santos Mandisi Mafu Daniel Mudaly Wouter Reyneke, Christiaan Rabie & Gerhardt Diedericks The Joint Pusher Claire Phillips The Pedestrians Raoul Phodie Philani Ngidi Chloe Clarke Denver Chetty Amy White Jonathan Peyper Jason Hinch HABIT TO Pam de Menez (The Arrows) Dale Schnettler (Prime Circle) Pedro Barbosa Nathan Smith Rixi Roman Kahn Morbee (Parlotones) Mark LaFay Corné Olckers Antonio Orrico Oscar Ray DJ Sox Tino BeatBoy Damba 6

7 Student Successes Continued... Amy Tjasink COPA Alumnus COPA CPT alumnus, Amy Tjasink has been very active in the Cape Town music scene as well as various media platforms promoting her debut album. Amy recently did a masterclass at COPA CPT sharing her industry experience with the aspiring artists. Andrew Ella COPA PTA Alumnus Recently released his album titled Spur of the Moment. Roan Ash COPA PTA Alumnus Recently released his latest single Whiskey to my Soul which is receiving airplay on various radio stations. Ruben Gerryts,Conrad Lottering & Anrich Engelbrecht COPA Alumni COPA CPT alumni Ruben Gerryts, Conrad Lottering and Anrich Engelbrecht were recently on a three-month European tour with their band. 7

8 Rose Lukhela aka Jozia COPA JHB Alumnus Released her album Jozia Live in April 2018 Estian Le Grange COPA Alumnus Is part of Jo Blacks band who won multiple Ghoema awards in April. Danyella Vigus-Brown COPA JHB Student Released her album Ruserstoring in November Deslynn Malotana COPA Alumnus Has recently released her single, Black Love. Desylnn has also perfomed on SABC 3 s Expresso Ruby June COPA CPT Alumnus Luzelle Cable, launched her debut EP al Cafe in October The band members: CJ Duckitt, Behan Croeser, JP le Roux, Jandre Spangenberg and Paul Avenant. 8

9 Facilities For more information on our facilities, please visit COPA has an energetic and vibrant environment unlike any other educational establishment with artists, performers, producers, DJs and management coming through the doors to study, teach, meet or audition. The facilities are fit-for-purpose with careful attention given to each room to ensure spaces are funtional, relevent to the industry and inspirational places to learn, play and hone your craft. Spread across our four campuses, COPA offers a unique center for learning. Here are some of facilities COPA has to offer... Keyboard room Drum room Guitar room Tech room 9

10 Industry Partners COPA is proud to be associated with a number of educational, manufacturing and industry partners, working together for the highest quality of music education. From the facilities to masterclasses, COPA students have the best education, support and opportunity available to them. Education Partners CATHSSETA CATHSSETA accredits the Further Education and Training programmes that COPA offers. Council on Higher Education The Council on Higher Education accredits the higher Education and Training programmes that COPA offers. 10

11 Student Representative Council Each campus has a Student Representative Council (SRC) where the goal is to not only give students a voice, but to encourage them to take ownership of their lives and their careers. The SRC organises regular student gigs on and off campus as well as other initiatives to improve the student experience.the SRC annually heads up the COPA Gives Back Project where we get involved in our communities to help make a difference. The SRC is elected by their peers and work closely with the Head of Faculty. 11

12 Visiting the Campus. Be sure to join our mailing list and follow us on social media to find out when the next event at COPA is. Feel free to book a campus tour at any time during the year by contacting your nearest campus. This typically includes a guided tour around the facilities, a no-obligation interview where we discuss all the programmes available, career opportunities, tuition fees and entrance requirements. To book a campus tour please contact the campus of your choice or contact us through our website at 12

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14 Welcome COPA s performance school comprises of 5 disciplines: Bass, Drums, Guitar, Keyboard and Vocals. Students will select one discipline which will be their specialisation for the duration of study. Where the timetable allows students will be allowed to study more than one instrument simultaneously at a Further Education and Training level. COPA currently has four campuses around South Africa. Read about each of them below: Gauteng COPA s Gauteng campus is the largest of all campuses Facilities include a resource centre, rehearsal rooms, demo rooms (production suites), an Apple Mac equipped technology room, recording studio anda Live Performance Venue. Cape Town COPA s Cape Town campus facilities include rehearsal rooms, a demo room (production suite), a resource centre and a recording studio alsohosting an Apple Mac equipped technology room. Durban COPA s Durban campus is located near the Moses Mabhida Stadium. Facilities include a resource centre, rehearsal rooms, a demo room (production suite), a recording studio and a Live Performance Venue. 14

15 Music Performance: Bridging Course The entry course for Music Performance is a oneyear bridging course. Entry into this course is subject to passing an audition. Modules include: Aural Communication (if applicable) Compose & Arrange Music Freelance World Keyboard Technique Live Performance Workshop Music Culture Music Business. Music Theory Practical instrument (Bass / Drums / Guitar / Keyboard / Vocals) Stage Presence Qualification: NQF4 Further Education and Training Certificate: Music (SAQA ID: 65029) Duration: 1 Year Once-off Registration Fee: R2,500 Administration Fee for 2019: R17,500 Course Fees for 2019: R42,500 Total: R60,000 excluding registration fee 15

16 Music Performance: Diploma in Music This unique 360-credit qualification is delivered over a 3-year period. Entry into this course is subject to passing an audition or successful completion of the Music Performance Bridging Course. Modules include: Year 1: All about the Business Academic Writing Skills Create & Arrange Music Ear Training Ethics and professionalism in the music industry in SA Health and Safety Music Theory Live Performance Practice Music Industry Overview Practical instrument: Applied Technical Studies (Bass / Drums / Guitar / Keyboard / Vocals) Practical instrument: Professional Reading Practical Instrument: Session Styles 16

17 Music Performance: Diploma in Music Continued... Modules include: Year 2: Business Ethics Getting Industry Ready Entrepreneurial Practice Live Performance Practice Music Industry Practical Practical instrument: Creative Musicianship (Bass / Drums / Guitar / Keyboard / Vocals) Research Methods Songwriting & Arrangement Year 3: Action Learning Plan. Developing A Business Plan Music Industry Practical Professional Performance Specialised Project Qualification: Diploma in Music (SAQA ID: 96373) Duration: 3 Years Once-off Registration Fee: R2,500 (if applicable) Administration Fees of 2019: R17,500 Course Fees for 2019: R47,500 - Year 1 Total: R65,000 excluding registration fee 17

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19 NQF4 Performing Arts This is a stand alone one-year NQF4 Further Education and Training Certificate. The purpose of this programme is to put on a musical show. Modules include: Analyse Performance Texts in Context Communication (if applicable) Conceptualise Performance Texts and Performances Create Original Performances Direct Performances Industry Business Practice Identify job opportunities within the performing arts industry Rehearse and Perform Performance Form Practice Physical Techniques for Communication in Performances Use Audience Responses in Performing Practical instrument (Bass / Drums / Guitar / Keyboard / Vocals) Qualification NQF4 Further Education and Training Certificate: Performing Arts (SAQA ID: 48808) Duration: 1 Year Once-off Registration Fee: R2,500 Administration Fee for 2019: R17,500 Course Fees for 2019: R42,500 Total: R60,000 excluding registration fee 19

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22 Music Production: Bridging Course The entry course for Music Production is a one-year bridging course. Entry into this course is subject to passing an audition. Modules include: Communication (if applicable) Compose & Arrange Music Digital Audio Technique. Game Audio Fundamentals Freelance World Live Production Music Theory Music Culture Music Business Studio Arrangement & Production Studio Recording Techniques Qualification: NQF4 Further Education and Training Certificate: Music Industry: Sound Technology (SAQA ID: 67462) Duration: 1 Year Once-off Registration Fee: R2,500 Administration Fee for 2019: R17,500 Course Fees for 2019: R42,500 Total: R60,000 excluding registration fee Upon successful completion of this course you will gain automatic access to the Diploma in Music. 22

23 Music Production: Diploma in Music This unique 360-credit qualification is delivered over a 3-year period. Entry into this course is subject to passing an audition or successful completion of the Music Production Bridging Course. Modules include: Year 1:. Acoustics Recording Popular Music Creative ICT & Sound Design Music Theory Create & Arrange Music Music Industry Overview Academic Writing Skills Ethics and professionalism in the music industry in SA All about the Business Health and Safety. Music Theory Game Audio Fundamentals 2 (Optional) 23

24 Music Production: Diploma in Music Continued... Modules include: Year 2: Business Ethics. Getting Industry Ready. Live Recording Session 1. Music Industry Practical Research Methods Songwriting & Arrangement Working with Digital Audio Creative Sound Engineering. Year 3:. Action Learning Plan Creative Portfolio Developing. A Business Plan. Live Recording Session 2. Music Industry Practical Mastering Specialised Project Qualification: Diploma in Music (SAQA ID: 96373) Duration: 3 Years Once-off Registration Fee: R2, (if applicable) Administration Fees of 2019: R 17, Course Fees for 2019: R47, Year 1 Total: R65,000 excluding registration fee 24

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26 Music Business The Music Business School is a market leader in delivering trained graduates into the heart of the Music and Media industries via its Higher Education program. 26

27 Music Business: Diploma in Music This unique 360-credit qualification is delivered over a 3-year period. Entry into this course is subject to passing a written audition. Modules include: Year 1: Academic Writing Skills All about the Business Business and Artist Management Health and Safety Ethics and professionalism in the music industry in SA Music Publishing Music and Digital Distribution Music Industry Overview The Artist as a Brand 27

28 Music Business: Diploma in Music Continued Modules include: Year 2: Business Ethics Getting Industry Ready Entrepreneurial Practice Music Industry Practical Music Law & Contracts Music Marketing & Media Research Methods Year 3: Action Learning Plan Music Industry Practical. Developing A Business Plan Record Company Structure and Management Social and Applied Psychology Specialised Project Qualification: Diploma in Music (SAQA ID: 96373) Duration: 3 Years Once-off Registration Fee: R 2, (if applicable) Administration Fees of 2019: R R17, Course Fees for 2019: R47, Year 1 Total: R65,000 excluding registration fee 28

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30 Short Courses Game Developments Fundamentals Modules: Game logic (Unity 3D) Game Art Environment Design Effects & Finishing Duration: 12 Weeks Location: Available at COPA Gauteng exlusively Cost R 14,995 30

31 Live Events: Lighting Modules: Load equipment, material and tools Maintain equipment and tool parts Pack equipment, material and tools Set-up and strike equipment, material and tools Operate (apply) equipment, material and tools Duration: 12 Weeks Location: Available at COPA Gauteng exlusively Cost R 14,995 31

32 Music Performance Learn a practical instrument, discover Music Theory and Aural, and be introduced to the Business of Music. You ll take part in a Live Performance workshop and learn to develop basic Stage Presence. Modules: Basic Stage Presence Introduction to Theory & Aural Introduction to the Music Business Live Performance Workshop Practical Instrument (Bass, Drums, Guitar, Keyboard, Vocals) Duration: 12 Weeks Cost: R 14,995 32

33 Electronic Music Production Electronic Music Production Along with studying Electronic Music Production, discover Music Theory and Aural, be introduced to the Business of Music, learn Live Production, and gain understanding in Digital Audio Techniques. Modules: Introduction to Theory & Aural Introduction to the Music Business Digital Audio Techniques Live Production Electronic Music Production Duration: 12 Weeks Cost: R

34 Introduction to Music Business This course will introduce you to the Business of Music, and will cover related subjects, such as The Freelance World, Key Industry Functions, and Copyrighting & Contracts. Added to that, is a subject called New Venture Creation, providing priceless financial and business advice from active entrepreneurs, to help improve your chances of success. Modules: Introduction to the Music Business The Freelance World Key Industry Functions Copyrighting and Contracts New Venture Creation Duration: 12 Weeks Cost: R 14,995 34

35 How to Apply Step 1: Contact your nearest campus today to book an interview and campus tour. Step 2: Music Performance: Download/collect the audition form and complete a live audition at your nearest campus. Music Production: Download/collect the audition form and submit your completed audition at your nearest campus. Music Business: Download/collect the audition form and complete your live audition at your nearest campus. Performing Arts: Download/collect the audition form and complete your live audition at your nearest campus. Step 3: You will be notified of the results of your audition within 3-4 working days of your audition. If your audition was successful you will receive an acceptance letter into the recommended course. All information is correct at the time of publication. Campus of Performing Arts reserves the right to make changes at any time without prior notice. 35

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