I have chosen SRMC as I was looking for a college that has a course that focuses on the management aspect in the Music Industry, as I believe that it is important to have both musicality and business management skills so as to excel further in the current music field.
I find it really useful that I am gaining the fundamental management knowledge on how to plan concerts, festivals, the yearly schedule of an artiste, accounting, contracts, copyright laws, marketing and promotion, and many more from my course.
There are many opportunities for a music management student, which includes the stage management of events such as masterclasses and weekly school concert. This allows me to apply what I learned in class and gain more hands-on experience.
As a songwriter, I was also able to gain the opportunity to compose for SRMC’s Christmas song project, which is open for all students in school to participate in.
A personal takeaway from SRMC would be from the different types of people I meet. Everyone has different goals, work ethics, and learning mentality.
The music industry has become a competitive battlefield, if this field of work is what you wish to pursue, be prepared to work your socks off, as opportunities are given to those who are ready.