Study music in London
< Back to university newsFrom pop to classical and hip-hop to opera, London's music scene is one of the most diverse and vibrant in the world.
London has produced some of the greatest musicians in the world. Acclaimed bands such as Coldplay and The Rolling Stones were educated in London, as were many classical music celebrities such as Sir Simon Rattle and Lesley Garrett. But the city never stands still and is continually nurturing tomorrow's top musicians.
Stars in the making arrive in the city with talent, but talent also requires a solid infrastructure, and London has everything they need to build a successful career. The concentration of music fans and professionals in the capital make it one of the best places to study music.
Britain is the third largest music market in the world, with the British public spending £6 billion a year on music. Nine tenths of music business activity takes place in the capital and all the major record labels have offices in London.
The city is also a centre for live entertainment and is full of world-class music venues such as the Royal Festival Hall, Wigmore Hall, the Royal Albert Hall, Royal Opera House and the Barbican.
Networking events like London Calling and The London International Music Show are held throughout the year and the industry works with colleges to make sure London retains its commercial edge.
Initiatives such as the University of Westminster's MusicTank brings together music publishers, managers and producers to discuss innovative ideas and foster collaboration, providing an essential networking forum for the UK music industry.
But what really defines London's success is the quality of training that universities offer. Courses and masterclasses are run by industry professionals and world renowned performers who have the experience to guide each student to success.
Posted: Tuesday 9 February 2010