School of Contemporary Music
About the School
Make the world sit up and listen by charting the course of Asia’s music industry.
The School of Contemporary Music offers programmes that prepare students to thrive as a musicians, singers, songwriters or audio technicians, whether in the commercial music industry or the experimental and avant-garde.
Our programmes prepare graduates for further study or leadership in the music industry. Students hone their craft through regular live performances in our industry-standard studios and theatre venues, while deepening knowledge through specialist practical and theoretical training in one’s chosen instrument or field of study.
Technology is woven into every aspect of the curriculum, keeping students in step with industry demands. As a School situated in the heart of Asia, we offer rich exposure to diverse musical cultures and opportunities to connect with international artists, composers and producers.
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Academics
Dean, Faculty of Performing Arts
Professor Leon Rubin
Head, School of Contemporary Music
Dr Timothy O’Dwyer
Programme Leader, Diploma in Music
Dr Diego Celi
Programme Leader, BA (Hons) Music Business
Justin Hegburg
Senior Lecturer, Music
Brian O’Reilly
Senior Lecturer, Music
Dr Darren Moore
Senior Lecturer, Audio Production
Dirk Johan Stromberg
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Diploma
Diploma in Audio Production
Prepare for the exciting and fast-paced audio production industry in Singapore and beyond. Through a progressive structure of modules and assessments, you will be taken through the fundamentals of audio technologies and working methodologies of audio production. Working closely with other performing arts students from music, acting, musical theatre,...
Diploma
Diploma in Music
Unleash your musicality and become an innovative musician in an evolving and contemporary industry. Contemporary in its content and approach, the Diploma in Music programme embraces pre-eminent contemporary musical styles of our time. The hands-on curriculum prepares you for entry into the music industry in Singapore and the region....
BA (Hons)
BA (Hons) Music
Be at the forefront as the next-gen contemporary musician and music-maker. As an innovative and progressive music degree in Asia, the BA (Hons) Music programme is committed to contemporary approaches to sound through experimentation, improvisation and exploration of new technologies. It is future-focused to respond to the demands of...
BA (Hons)
BA (Hons) Music Business
Lead the future of music. Launch the careers of artistes, develop innovative marketing campaigns for global music brands or produce and distribute music that resonate with audiences worldwide. The BA (Hons) Music Business programme trains you to lead and thrive in the exciting and transformative global music industry. Its...
Short Courses
Foundations of Music I & II
Develop and expand your knowledge of music performance skills. Learn how to read music scores, as well as sight read. This course helps to extend your ability to recognise music styles, rhythms and keys, developing a solid music theory foundation to support your music skills. Trainer: Rick Smith Note: Course...
Short Courses
Music Production & Studio Recording I, II & III
Music Production Series I: Getting Started in Music Production An overview to the fundamental concepts, technologies, and working methodologies of home-based music production. Focusing on a project-oriented approach, you will learn how to understand your personal goals in music production, research hardware and software, and connect all the necessary equipment...
Youth Courses
Music Production & Studio Recording I, II & III
Music Production Series I: Getting Started in Music Production An overview to the fundamental concepts, technologies, and working methodologies of home-based music production. Focusing on a project-oriented approach, you will learn how to understand your personal goals in music production, research hardware and software, and connect all the necessary equipment...
Youth Courses
Foundations of Music I & II
Develop and expand your knowledge of music performance skills. Learn how to read music scores, as well as sight read. This course helps to extend your ability to recognise music styles, rhythms and keys, developing a solid music theory foundation to support your music skills. Trainer: Rick Smith Note: Course...
Highlights
Explore our highlights
Cultural Medallion & Young Artist Award
The Cultural Medallion was instituted in 1979 to recognise individuals whose artistic excellence, as well as contribution and commitment to...
Ars Nova Festival
Ars Nova Festival is a performance festival in Singapore that is open for all musical instruments including voice (except drum)....
Singapore Youth Award
The nation's highest accolade for youth, the Singapore Youth Award honours exceptional young people who enrich the hearts and souls...
