Now is the time to apply for Access to Music level 1 courses at NR5 Project. From October 2008 we will be running courses for musicians, producers, vocalists and MCs.

The courses are entry level so applicants need only to demonstrate an enthusiasm for music and an intention to learn and improve their abilities.

The three courses offered will be for;

Performing Musician - covering performance and musicianship skills. To apply for this course click here and under 'PART TIME COURSES' select 'Performing Musician October 2008', click 'proceed' and then choose 'NR5 Norwich' as the centre.

Vocal Artist - covering performance and vocal skills. To apply for this course click here and under 'PART TIME COURSES' select 'Vocal Artist October 2008', click 'proceed' and then choose 'NR5 Norwich' as the centre.

Creative Music Producer - covering sequencing, production and live sound recording skills. To apply for this course click here and under 'PART TIME COURSES' select 'Creative Music Producer October 2008', click 'proceed' and then choose 'NR5 Norwich' as the centre.

All four courses are run over 23 weeks for 15 hours per week. Each course, or pathway consists of five units, three music based and one music business unit to improve or consolidate students numeracy, literacy and IT skills.

The courses are free to anyone under 19 years old (plus 16 to 18 year olds are able to apply for an EMA grant of £30 per week whist they are on the course).

The courses are also free to those on means tested benefits and there is no upper age limit for applicants.

One the major benefits of joining our music courses is that successful applicants will become a Norwich City College students, which qualifies them for an NUS card providing discounts from many companies accross the country. For more information click here .

For a postal application form contact Michael Howard on 01603 250505 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it