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DEGREE
COURSES
BA (HONS) IN:
EUROPE’S
COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC MOST CONNECTED
MUSIC COLLEGE
YOUR MUSIC CAREER STARTS HERE BIMM.IE
WELCOME WELCOME TO YOUR BIMM INSTITUTE DUBLIN 2019/20 ACCEPTANCE BROCHURE AND CONGRATULATIONS ON BEING OFFERED A PLACE! I AM DELIGHTED THAT YOU HAVE CHOSEN TO STUDY AT IRELAND’S LEADING ESTABLISHMENT FOR MODERN MUSIC EDUCATION. BIMM Institute Dublin opened in September 2011. With a portfolio of degree and diploma courses in performance, music production and music business, our student population has grown to over 800. BIMM Institute Dublin’s tutors have amassed a vast body of experience working in education and the domestic and international music industry, and many combine their teaching with professional music industry profiles as performers, writers, arrangers, producers and entrepreneurs. This ensures that our students benefit from the tutors’ current first –hand experiences and expertise throughout our courses. This approach to curriculum delivery together with our unique masterclass programme is designed to provide a creative environment that’s challenging, stimulating, relative and connected, enabling the music professionals of tomorrow to hone their skills in the best possible way. We have the finest, up-to-date equipment and resources available for students to use here in the college as well as providing many live and recording opportunities. Whatever your ambitions within the modern music industry, BIMM Institute Dublin’s unparalleled level of career relevant expertise, facilities and support networks assures that you will be given the best guidance, assistance and opportunities to achieve your individual goals. I look forward to welcoming you to BIMM Institute Dublin for the 2019/20 academic year. ALAN CULLIVAN College Principal 02
CONTENTS 04 INDUCTION AND ENROLMENT 05 COURSE INFORMATION 06 BA(HONS) IN COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC BASS 07 BA(HONS) IN COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC DRUMS 08 BA(HONS) IN COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC GUITAR 09 BA(HONS) IN COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC VOCALS 10 BA(HONS) IN COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC SONGWRITING 11 A FEW WORDS ON MUSIC THEORY 12 A FEW WORDS ON MUSIC BUSINESS 13 A FEW WORDS ON ACADEMIC FOCUS 14 RECOMMENDED RESOURCES 15 STUDENT SUPPORT 18 TRANSPORT 19 STUDENT LIFE 21 GET CONNECTED AT BIMM 22 FRESHERS’ GUIDE 23 FACULTY INFORMATION 03
INDUCTION
AND ENROLMENT
IN ORDER TO PREPARE YOU FOR USEFUL CONTACTS
STUDYING AT BIMM INSTITUTE
DUBLIN, WE HOLD AN EXCITING ADMISSIONS:
INDUCTION AND ENROLMENT WEEK. info@bimm.ie
STUDENT SUPPORT:
Here you will meet key members of staff and be given studentsupportdublin@bimm.ie
important information about the College and your course.
We will also hold Induction and Freshers events in venues
TERM DATES
across Dublin city during the week of the 9th September. ENROLMENT WEEK:
These will be a fantastic opportunity to hear from some 9th September 2019 - 13th September 2019
industry professionals, guests and tutors, meet lots of
students from BIMM and watch some brilliant bands. You Term 1: 16th Sep 2019 - 13th Dec 2019
will also be encouraged to start networking right away Term 2: 6th Jan 2020 - 3rd April 2020
Term 3: 20th April 2020 - 22nd May 2020
It is essential to attend these sessions so keep in mind (dates subject to change)
that enrolment will take place any time from the week of
September 9th. Exact dates and times will be confirmed
via e-mail at the beginning of September, so please keep us
updated if your contact details change.
IF YOU DO NOT ATTEND YOUR ENROLMENT SESSION,
YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO START YOUR COURSE.
PRE-ENROLMENT FOR YOUR COURSE
All students are required to complete pre-enrolment information prior to your
enrolment day. You will have been sent an email with information regarding this.
Below is a list of things that MUST be completed:
Pre-enrolment form must be completed in full and submitted – the link to this form will have been
sent to you by email
Passport style photo – This will be used for your student ID card. You can upload the photo via the
pre-enrolment form. Please ensure you follow the instructions on the pre-enrolment form
Proof of ID – Acceptable forms of ID are passports, driving licences or Garda Age cards.
Please let us know as soon as possible if you don’t have any of these. This should also be uploaded
via the pre-enrolment form. If you cannot upload it, please bring it to the enrolment session.
PRE-ENROLMENT FORMS MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE ENROLMENT WEEK.
PLEASE NOTE: Timetables cannot be provided before enrolment. This is a full-time
course and the timetables given to you at enrolment are not flexible. Any part-time jobs
must work around the timetable given.
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BA(Hons) COURSE INFORMATION 05
BA(Hons) in
COMMERCIAL
MODERN MUSIC
BASS
ESSENTIAL
HEAD OF BASS
PAUL MOORE EQUIPMENT
Bass and cable in a gig bag
There are many opportunities for musicians in the music Tuner and Metronome
industry and bass players in particular are in high demand. (Paul Recommends Tempo
Our aim is to help you to become a well-rounded player so App – Metronome with set
that you have the versatility to play in a variety of situations, lists, Frozen Ape)
which will increase your employment possibilities. Headphones and
1/4 inch jack adapter
Some of our graduates have gone on to work with artists that
Pen, Pencil and
are recording successful albums and touring the world such as
Manuscript paper
James Vincent Mc Morrow.
USB memory stick
Our courses feature high quality tuition from seasoned players
who are all currently active in the music industry and have a
full understanding of what is demanded of today’s bass player. All students are strongly
Techniques, Styles, Studio Musicianship, Theory and Reading, advised to wear ear
Upright Bass and Music Business are all covered, which will protection when in class,
enable you to make the most of your career as an in-demand practising or performing.
professional musician.
RECOMMENDED READING
Bellson, L. (2000) Modern Reading Text in 4/4. Alfred Music
Clayton, S. (2013) The Bass Guitarist’s Guide to Reading Music. (s.l.): Bassline Publishing
Coryat, K. (2000) The Bass Player Book: Equipment, Technique, Styles and Artists. Backbeat UK
DR. Licks (1989) Standing in the Shadows of Motown: The Life and Music of legendary Bassist James Jamerson.
Hal Leonard Publishing
Please note that this is a recommended reading list and therefore not essential.
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BA(Hons) in
COMMERCIAL
MODERN MUSIC
DRUMS
ESSENTIAL
HEAD OF DRUMS EQUIPMENT
JOHNNY BOYLE
Sticks and brushes
By choosing to study drums at BIMM Institute Dublin you have Practice pad
already taken a huge leap in taking ownership of your own Headphones and 1/4 jack
personal development as a drummer. BIMM will provide you input
with unique opportunities in the industry as well as world-class
Metronome/Metronome
tuition and support that will help you achieve your professional
app (Pro Metronome)
and personal goals. You will have the chance to network with
thousands of like-minded musicians in Dublin, one of the Stationery and manuscript
world’s most vibrant and diverse music scenes. paper
Ear plugs
The course will provide you with the highest standards of
tuition and will help you develop your own voice on your
All students are strongly
instrument and excellence in your chosen discipline. You will
advised to wear ear
receive the support and guidance from tutors who have the
protection when in class,
experience of working in the music industry at the highest level
practising or performing.
and they will aid you in realising your full potential. Subjects
such as styles, performance, technique, music production,
preproduction, sight-reading, music business and theory are
all covered in-depth at our world class facilities by industry
professionals that not only have a proven track record in their
own field but education as well.
RECOMMENDED READING
Chester, G. (1985) The New Breed Modern Drummer Publications
Stone Lawrence, G (1963) Stick Control: For the Snare Drummer bnpublishing
Morello, J. (1989) Master Studies Modern Drummer Publications
Garibaldi, D. (1996) Future Sounds Alfred Music Publishing
Moore, S. (2010) Groove Alchemy Hudson Music
Zoro (2013) The Commandments of The Half-Time Shuffle Alfred Music Publishing
Please note that this is a recommended reading list and therefore not essential.
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BA(Hons) in
COMMERCIAL
MODERN MUSIC
GUITAR
ESSENTIAL
HEAD OF GUITAR EQUIPMENT
RAY BOYLE
Guitar and lead
The guitar tutors at BIMM Institute, Dublin will provide you Tuner
with the skills and knowledge that will help you to become Metronome/Metronome app
a ‘complete’ guitarist, ready for the ever-expanding world of (Pro Metronome)
contemporary music.
Headphones and 1/4 jack
input
Musical elements, techniques, and styles, will be linked
together, and you will be encouraged to apply this knowledge Stationery and manuscript
to your own personal passion for music, and to collaborate paper
creatively with other musicians. Spare strings
Ear plugs
Along with working on your technical playing skills and Capo
general musicianship, you will be encouraged to develop the
Slide
wider skill-set required by the contemporary professional
guitarist. Various plectrums
All students are strongly
advised to wear ear
protection when in class,
practising or performing.
RECOMMENDED READING
Gambale, F. (1989) The Frank Gambale Technique Book 1. Manhattan Music Publications
Gambale, F. (1989) The Frank Gambale Technique Book 2. Manhattan Music Publications
Govan, G. (2002) Creative Guitar 1 and 2. Sanctuary Publishing Ltd.
Greene, T. (1981) Chord Chemistry. Dale Zdenek Publications
Please note that this is a recommended reading list and therefore not essential.
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BA(Hons) in
COMMERCIAL
MODERN MUSIC
VOCALS
ESSENTIAL
HEAD OF VOCALS EQUIPMENT
SHELLEY BUKSPAN
Notepad
Dublin is a vibrant, creative city, the epicentre of the music industry in (one for each module)
Ireland where you’ll have many opportunities to hone and showcase
Pens/pencils/highlighter/
your talent. Your third level education and your career both begin
eraser
here, and the reputation that you build in BIMM, your work ethic,
diligence and reliability will stand to you in the years ahead. Recording device
(phone/tablet/laptop)
Over the next four years you’ll learn many things about the
international music industry and you’ll be encouraged to pursue your
creative interests through a range of core and elective modules. As All students are strongly
a vocalist, we intend to help you maximise your existing talent, the advised to wear ear
ability and potential that we identified at your audition. To achieve protection when in class,
this, it’s essential that you consider the course material in relation to practising or performing.
your own instrument, constantly reflecting on how, why and when
it’s of value to you and your career.
This is the beginning of a lifelong journey, the students around you
will be your music industry colleagues for years to come and the
friendships you forge at BIMM will play a vital role in your personal
and professional lives. We expect you to work hard, but we also
hope that you enjoy yourself and make the most of student life.
Engage with your peers, your tutors, the facilities available to you
and the opportunities that present themselves. Welcome to BIMM!
RECOMMENDED READING
Riggs, S. (1993) Singing for the Stars: A Complete Program to Training Your Voice. Alfred Music Publishing
DeVore, K & Cookman, S. (2009) The Voice Book: Caring For, Protecting, and Improving Your Voice. Chicago Review Press
Baxter, M, (1989) The Rock ‘n’ Roll Singer’s Survival Handbook. Milwaukee: Hal Leonard Corporation
Thompson, J (2014) Find Your Voice. lulu.com
Please note that this is a recommended reading list and therefore not essential.
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BA(Hons) in
COMMERCIAL
MODERN MUSIC
SONGWRITING
ESSENTIAL
HEAD OF SONGWRITING EQUIPMENT
OLLIE COLIE
Microphone, lead and stand
The outstanding stable of tutors at BIMM Institute Guitar or Keyboard
Dublin will provide you with the knowledge you need to hone Stationery and manuscript
your skills in song composition and performance. Your learning paper
experiences here will get you ready for the ever-expanding world
Recording device
of contemporary music.
(preferably multi track)
Compositional elements will be linked with arrangement analysis and Ear plugs
performance in ways that allow you to apply these techniques to your
own passion for songwriting. In doing this you will also have multiple
opportunities to collaborate with other talented musicians All students are strongly
and songwriters. advised to wear ear
protection when in class,
The common ground between different styles and genres will be practising or performing.
delivered while giving you the encouragement to develop your unique
and original approach. A variety of tutors will deliver songwriting
techniques that allow you to work creatively and effectively in the
music industry. I hope you make the most of the journey you are about
to embark on and allow yourself the opportunity to experiment, create
and collaborate in ways that exceed your own expectations. I wish you
the best of luck and a prolific time here at BIMM Institute Dublin. Enjoy
every moment!
RECOMMENDED READING
Zollo, P. 2003. Songwriters on Songwriting (Revised and Expanded).
Da Capo Press
How to Make it in the Music Business. Virgin Books (2007)
Webb, J. 1999. Tunesmith: Inside the Art of Songwriting. Hachette Books
Pattison, P. 2010. Writing Better Lyrics. Writer’s Digest Books
Senior, M. 2014. Recording Secrets for the Small Studio. Focal Press
Please note that this is a recommended reading list and therefore not essential.
10A few words on
MUSIC THEORY
MUSIC THEORY IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF
THE BA (HONS) IN COMMERCIAL MODERN
MUSIC. STUDENTS STUDY THEORY MODULES
IN THE FIRST YEARS, WITH THE OPTION OF
CONTINUING WITH MORE ADVANCED STUDIES
IN FINAL YEAR. MUSIC THEORY CONCEPTS
ARE APPLIED IN MANY OTHER MODULES
THROUGHOUT THEIR STUDIES AT BIMM.
HEAD OF MUSIC THEORY
KARL BREEN
The study of music theory is the study of music. An understanding
of the fundamental principles on which all music is built will bring a
greater depth to your musicianship, and will enable you to explore new
areas of improvisation and composition.
Communication is at the core of all great musical endeavors; between
composer and orchestra, artist and audience, or record producer and
studio musician. The study of music theory equips the professional
musician with the vocabulary and skills they need to communicate their
ideas quickly and accurately, and to better understand the creative
concepts of others. When approaching the study of music theory for
the first time, musicians often feel a sense of fear. At BIMM, our goal
is to dispel those fears, and to equip students with the tools they will
need to work in a professional environment.
BIMM aims to get you using music theory concepts to explore many
areas of rhythm, pitch and harmony, allowing you to become a more
accomplished and well-rounded musician. More importantly, an intimate
knowledge of music theory should serve to enhance your creativity, and
benefit your own music.
RECOMMENDED READING
www.musictheory.net
www.teoria.com
www.good-ear.com
Levine, M. (1995) The Jazz Theory Book. Petaluma: Sher Music
Harrison, M. (2002) Contemporary Music Theory Levels 1-3. Hal Leonard Corporation.
Please note that this is a recommended reading list and therefore not essential.
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MUSIC BUSINESS
TO SURVIVE AND THRIVE IN THE MODERN
MUSIC INDUSTRY IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU
DEVELOP A CLEAR UNDERSTANDING OF HOW
IT WORKS.
At BIMM Institute Dublin, our goal is to equip students with the
necessary tools and knowledge needed to navigate this business
landscape successfully.
The various facets of the domestic and international industry will be
analysed, painting a clear picture of how they all fit together.
By examining real world case studies and work practices, students will
explore the Recording, Publishing and Live Music sectors, developing
their understanding of key industry building blocks such as intellectual
ownership and campaign management.
Students will then put this knowledge into action, establishing how
best to build their own career paths and relationships, with focus on
developing the pragmatic skills, self-sufficiency and strategic thinking
needed to flourish.
RECOMMENDED READING
Knopper, S. (2010) Appetite for Self-Destruction: The spectacular crash of the
record industry in the digital age. London: Schuster and Schuster
Harrison, A. (2017) Music: The Business: The essential Guide to the Law and the
Deals: Virgin
Passman, D. (2015) All you need to know about the Music Business. Penguin
Cooke, C. (2018) Dissecting the Digital Dollar: The Streaming music business
explained and discussed. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Please note that this is a recommended reading list and therefore not essential.
12A few words on
ACADEMIC FOCUS
AT BIMM INSTITUTE DUBLIN WE ARE
COMMITTED TO IMPARTING A BROAD
UNDERSTANDING OF COMMERCIAL MODERN
MUSIC THROUGH ACADEMIC SUBJECTS WHICH
COMPLIMENT AND STRENGTHEN STUDENTS’
ABILITY TO NAVIGATE PROFESSIONAL AND
CREATIVE PRACTICE IN THE INDUSTRY.
Research modules will enable students to take an informed approach
in forging their own artistic identity and creating impact in the
professional and artistic spheres both during and beyond the degree.
Music history and modes of interpreting it through cultural studies will
empower students with the knowledge to locate their own artistic aims
in relation to historical and contemporary social, political, and economic
debates. Successful artists possess an environmental awareness which
informs their creative practice, and this aspect of the curriculum will
support students in their exploration of different creative traditions,
practices, and ways of thinking about music.
RECOMMENDED READING
Bell, J. (2014) Doing Your Research Project: A Guide for First Time
Researchers. 6th edn. Maidenhead: Open University Press.
Longhurst, B. and Bogdanovic, D. (2014) Popular Music and Society. 3rd edn.
Cambridge: Polity Press.
Storey, J. (2015) Cultural Theory and Popular Culture: An Introduction. 7th
edn. London: Routledge.
Please note that this is a recommended reading list and therefore not essential.
13RECOMMENDED
RESOURCES
BIMM INSTITUTE DUBLIN RECOMMENDS THAT ALL
STUDENTS START TO EXPLORE THE RESOURCES
HIGHLIGHTED BELOW BEFORE TERM STARTS.
JOURNALS/ WEBSITES/ TWITTER FEEDS
MAGAZINES BLOGS TO FOLLOW
Hotpress CMU @IMROireland
The Thin Air completemusicupdate.com @IRMA_Org
District Magazine HypeBot @thetwicket
Totally Dublin hypebot.com @choiceprize
The Ticket Music Business Worldwide @RAAP_Ireland
(Supplement in musicbusinessworldwide.com
@MusicFrmIreland
Irish Times on Friday) IMRO
@hwchfestival
Music Week imro.ie
@musicbizworld
(Main UK Music PPI
Industry Magazine) ppimusic.ie @MusicWeek
RAAP @lastmixedtape
raap.ie @nialler9
First Music Contact @girlsrockdublin
firstmusiccontact.com @mnasome_blog
Breaking Tunes @acrosstheline
breakingtunes.ie
@culture_ireland
Nialler9
@artscouncil_ie
Nialler9.com
Golden Plec
goldenplec.com
The Thin Air
thethinair.net
State
state.ie
Pitchfork
pitchfork.com
BBC 6 Music
14STUDENT
SUPPORT
15STUDENT SUPPORT
SERVICES
We are committed to helping students fulfil their
potential during their time at BIMM Institute Dublin and
we place an emphasis on supporting the development of
our students both academically and personally. With this
in mind, the Student Services team is available at every
step of the student journey to offer confidential support
and guidance on issues such as stress, alcohol and drugs,
disability and learning support, family/friends/relationship
problems, sexual health, eating disorders, depression and
anxiety issues; as well as on-going academic and practical
learning support and advice. We also offer a wide range
of additional support services that are designed to meet
students’ academic and welfare needs and to enrich the
BIMM Institute Dublin experience.
PASTORAL SUPPORT
The Student Services team holds individual one-on-one
sessions with students to discuss any issue they may
be struggling with. These are strictly confidential and
can include any topic ranging from personal issues,
attendance and assessment related queries, discussion of
special considerations we may need to take into account
to support your studies and booking into one of the
other support services we offer. We actively encourage
students to book appointments to come and meet us
at any point during their studies for extra support; the
Student Services team are always available on site for
a chat between 9am and 6pm. Students can also book
pastoral tutorials with their Heads of Department through
reception.
ACADEMIC
TUTORIALS
Students are encouraged to book regular
one-to-one tutorials to work on technique,
master their academic writing and discuss
their skills, development and long/short
term career goals. Tutorials give students
a unique opportunity to be individually
guided by the most experienced industry
professionals in the country.
16DISABILITY AND LEARNING SUPPORT
Students with specific learning difficulties/ a disability,
and up to date supporting documentation may register
for supports such as exam accommodations, learning
support, up-to-date assistive technology.
Students who do not have an up to date supporting
evidence, or just suspect a specific learning difficulty,
should contact the Student Services team, who will
advise you on how to arrange the relevant assessments
and access the relevant support.
We advise that students apply for this as early as
possible to ensure that support can be put in place at
the start of the academic year, though there is no formal
deadline for applications to be received. Please contact
studentsupportdublin@bimm.ie for more information.
BIMM INSTITUTE DUBLIN IS
COMMITTED TO A POLICY OF We work with students with a wide range of disabilities,
including but by no means restricted to:
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES AND Specific learning difficulties (such as dyslexia,
PROVIDES CONFIDENTIAL dyspraxia, ADHD)
ADVICE AND SUPPORT TO Mental health difficulties (such as depression,
STUDENTS WITH VARYING bi-polar disorder, anxiety)
Students with autistic spectrum and ASD and
DISABILITIES AND SPECIFIC
Asperger’s Syndrome
LEARNING DIFFICULTIES. Long-term medical conditions (such as HIV, cancer,
multiple sclerosis)
We are committed to ensuring that students with specific Unseen disabilities (such as diabetes, asthma, epilepsy)
needs are provided with equal access to their chosen Sensory impairments (such as visual/hearing
course of study and facilities. The College is working impairment)
towards removing any barriers which might prevent an Mobility or physical impairments (such as paralysis,
individual from actively participating in student life. arthritis)
If students indicate on their application and/or pre-
enrolment form that they require further support, then a
member of the Student Services team will be in contact
to arrange an individual consultation. This is to ensure all
requirements are catered for.
Students with learning difficulties or disabilities are
also encouraged to book a meeting with their Student
Support Officer early in term 1.
COUNSELLING
Regardless of the course you’re studying at
BIMM Institute Dublin, you will be able to avail
of free and confidential counselling from highly
experienced and qualified professionals. This
provision offers individuals the opportunity to
discuss and explore a wide range of emotional
and psychological issues that may be affecting
their studies.
17TRANSPORT
BIMM INSTITUTE DUBLIN IS WELL CONNECTED TO
THE REST OF THE CITY VIA PUBLIC TRANSPORT.
BUS TRAIN/LUAS BIKE/WALK
BIMM Institute Dublin’s Francis BIMM is easily accessible from Dublin’s centre is compact and
Street and Coombe buildings are Dublin’s four main railway stations easily walkable and good for
well serviced by buses from all – Heuston, Connolly, Pearse Street cycling. The terrain is flat and
over the city. There are bus stops and Tara Street. The LUAS stops at routes are well-marked. Dublinbikes
on Patrick Street, Thomas Street St. Stephen’s Green, James’s Street is the bike sharing scheme for
and Cork Street that are just a and the Four Courts are all within Dublin city. The stations are
stone’s throw away from BIMM walking distance of BIMM. Have distributed throughout the city
Institute Dublin. a look at irishrail.ie and luas.ie centre to enable easy access and
for more information on trains optimal use. More info can be
27 Clare Hall – Jobstown and LUAS. found at dublinbikes.ie
151 Docklands (East Rd.) –
Foxborough
56a, 77a Ringsend – Tallaght/
Citywest
49, 54a Pearse Street – Tallaght/
Ellensborough
13 Harristown – Grange Castle
40 Finglas Village – Liffey Valley
Shopping Centre
123 Walkinstown – Marino
For details about service times and
route information please refer to
dublinbus.ie
18STUDENT LIFE
DUBLIN HAS AN ABUNDANCE OF SOCIAL RICHES THAT ARE
SUITED TO ALL TASTES - LOADS OF LIVE MUSIC, EXCELLENT
PUBS AND CLUBS, GREAT PLACES TO EAT, FABULOUS SHOPS,
BEAUTIFUL PARKS, THE SEA, THE SAND, AND A VIBRANT
ATMOSPHERE THROUGHOUT THE WHOLE CITY.
CULTURE
Dublin is a highly creative city with a diverse cultural
scene and a wealth of theatres, galleries, live music and
cinemas. Some of the most popular places exhibiting
the best of culture in Dublin can be seen below:
Abbey Theatre, Lower Abbey Street – Ireland’s
national theatre, founded by W. B. Yeats and Lady
Gregory in 1904. It produces an annual programme
of diverse, engaging and innovative Irish and
international theatre.
Vicar Street, Thomas Street – one of Dublin’s main
events venues. It is a popular setting for a wide
range of acts including stand-up comedy, drama
performances and a variety of concerts.
Light House Cinema, Smithfield – an art cinema
that shows many independent films along with the
latest popular releases. It also has many themed
screenings and fun events. A highlight of the cultural year is the annual Dublin
Hugh Lane Gallery, Parnell Square North – a Fringe Festival. The festival is held in September. It
public gallery of modern and contemporary art, is a curated, multi-disciplinary festival focusing on
housing one of the foremost public collections fresh and innovative approaches to the arts from
of contemporary art in Ireland. Free music Irish and international makers.
performances on Sundays.
IMMA, Kilmainham – Ireland’s leading national Culture Night is a very popular date on the cultural
institution for the collection and presentation of calendar. It also happens in September and
modern and contemporary art. Many talks, events comprises hundreds of events across the country.
and festivals throughout the year. Arts and cultural organisations open their doors
The National Concert Hall, Earlsfort Terrace – one until late with many free events, tours, talks and
of Dublin’s largest music venues with a focus on performances to enjoy.
classical, traditional and jazz performances.
Smock Alley Theatre, Temple Bar – Originally The Dublin LGBTQ Pride Festival is an annual series
built in 1662. Smock Alley is known as ‘ Dublin’s of arts, social and cultural events which celebrates
oldest newest theatre’. You’ll find a hugely varied lesbian, gay, transgender and queer life in Dublin.
programme of plays, concerts and literary events It is the largest LGBTQ pride festival in Ireland. The
across 3 different spaces. Enjoy contemporary takes festival culminates in a pride parade in June, which
on the classic and the excitement of the emerging is the biggest in the country.
artist.
19STUDENT LIFE
SHOPPING
Grafton Street is the first call for most people with
its vibrant and colourful array of high-end stores and
street musicians. Across the liffey is Henry Street, the
northside’s principal shopping street. More interesting
is the antiques quarter of Francis Street (BIMM
territory), and All City Records in Temple Bar doubles
up as both a record label and a vast
repository for CDs and vinyl.
NIGHTLIFE
Whelan’s, on Wexford Street, is a venue that has become
legendary over the last couple of decades, not just as the
crucible for local acts, but for playing host to international
artists. Towards the city centre you hit Dame Street,
where in recent years a host of smaller venues have
opened up. The Mercantile and Sweeney’s have small
but excellently equipped live rooms, Bello Bar, the
Bowery, and Sin É have small but excellent live set-
ups perfect for acts developing their stage craft. On
either side of the Liffey, are The Workman’s Club and
The Grand Social, both of which define the concept of
venues run by obsessive music fans for obsessive music
fans. For clubbing in Dublin hit The Button Factory or
Wigwam.
THE GREAT OUTDOORS
The magnificent Phoenix Park is one of Europe’s
biggest walled city parks and it can be found by
walking west of the Liffey. There are many other
beautiful parks that are more central – Merrion Square,
Iveagh Gardens, Stephen’s Green. The DART provides
easy access to picturesque seaside villages on both
sides of the city, such as Howth and Malahide to the
north and Killiney and Dalkey to the south.
EATING OUT
Whatever your taste and budget you’ll find plenty
of places to eat in Dublin. Popular highlights include
Bunsen for burgers, Musashi/Zakura for sushi, Kimchi
for Korean, 777 for proper Mexican and Dublin’s
Chinatown area of Parnell Street for an affordable array
of excellent Asian eateries.
20GET CONNECTED
AT BIMM
NETWORKING EVENTS
BIMM hold networking events during enrolment week, which is a great opportunity
to get together with other students from different courses that have similar
musical interests. Not only is it a great way to find new friends and swap some
phone numbers, but it’s also a good place to start finding band members.
BIMM GIGS
Once you’ve got your band together and
had some rehearsals, you can audition
for BIMM’s End of Term and Live & Lyrical
gigs. We hold one of each per term, and
utilise the amazing venues that are on
our doorstep, such as Opium Rooms, The
Button Factory and Whelan’s. These are
ticketed events and are a great opportunity
for students to get some live performance
experience and put on a brilliant show for
their peers, friends, families and the public.
BIMM ALBUM
The BIMM album is a showcase of BIMM’s
best songwriting talent. Students have
the opportunity to submit their demos to
be reviewed by our industry A&R panel,
and a selection of these songs will be
professionally recorded in our in-house
studio and available to buy as a CD or
digital download.
21FRESHERS’ GUIDE
Be healthy – Maintain a good
EVENTS DURING INDUCTION WEEK ARE diet, get adequate sleep and
A GREAT WAY TO MEET PEOPLE AND try to be active when you can;
people are often happier if they
MAKE FRIENDS; WE’LL PROVIDE YOU are healthy. Register with a
WITH INFORMATION ABOUT THESE PRIOR local doctor’s surgery so that if
TO INDUCTION WEEK. YOU CAN EXPECT you fall ill you can get the right
SOCIAL NIGHTS, NETWORKING AND care. If you are feeling stressed
or sad talk to the Student
INDUCTION EVENTS.
Services team, they will find
you the right support; know
when you need to get some
extra help.
Make a budget – Work out how
COMMON STRATEGIES much money you have for the
FEELINGS FOR COPING term, and how much you will
have to spend on unavoidable
Moving away from home to a There are some important things to costs like rent, food and bills.
new city and starting college is keep in mind when going through This way you will know how
a really exciting opportunity for this experience of moving away from much you have left to spend on
a big change. You get to make a home. These will prepare you and yourself. Doing this will avoid
whole new start in a new place help you to cope with any situation running out of money half way
with new people. You might feel a you stumble across. through the term, which can be
mixture of great excitement and Look after yourself – It takes time very stressful.
nervousness – what will the course for new friends to really know you Don’t work all the time – As
really be like? Will I get on with my properly, which means you need to independent study is so
housemates? Will I make friends? put your own welfare, health and important at college, it can
How do I look after myself? safety at the top of your priorities. sometimes be hard to give
Know yourself and what you can yourself time off. Give yourself
Please remember that you are not handle – This is a time when you regular breaks and occasional
alone in feeling this way. These are can experiment and find a way days off.
all questions that everyone in your of living that really suits you, but Do work some of the time –
situation is asking themselves. this can take time. Try not to be Being away from home and
If you’re worried about making pressured or influenced by others’ with so much to do in a new
friends, or not knowing the city, opinions and actions. Try to make city, it can be easy to neglect
or how to make a Bolognese; decisions about life choices in the your work and fall behind in the
remember that every other person cold light of day, so that you know course. Make sure you find the
around you feels the same way, how you want to respond if you time for your studies to avoid a
and within just a couple of days end up in a tricky situation. stressful situation.
you will feel more at home and Confront difficulties – In a new Be yourself! – People can’t get
comfortable than you can even environment it’s easy to waste to know and like you for who
imagine. time worrying about things you you really are if you don’t act
don’t understand or can’t control. like yourself. There are so many
Don’t be afraid to ask the Student people to potentially become
Services team and many other friends with, be yourself and
agencies external to BIMM who are you will find the right friends
ready and willing to help you with for you.
any problem or query, big or small.
Begin to see challenging situations
as a chance to overcome something
rather than a problem in your way.
22FACULTY INFORMATION
STUDENT CARDS STUDENT COMMON PRACTICE
ROOMS FACILITIES
You will be issued with a TUD You will be issued with a TUD At BIMM Institute Dublin we make
student card at the start of your student card at the start of your teaching spaces available in the
course. This will entitle you to course. This will entitle you to Francis Street building for students
discounts at many outlets around discounts at many outlets around to book and rehearse in for free,
Dublin. Dublin. There are water coolers and timetable permitting.
sofas for your use between lectures.
There are a number of other
rehearsal studios in Dublin, such
as Loop Studios, Temple Lane
Rehearsal Studios and Troubadour
Reheatsal Studio.
23BRITISH & IRISH MODERN MUSIC INSTITUTE BIMM.IE
BIMM Institute Dublin
YOUR
MUSIC
CAREER
STARTS
HERE
WE’RE HERE TO HELP We are committed to helping you throughout your
studies with us at BIMM Institute Dublin and offer
YOU THROUGHOUT a wide range of support services designed to meet
YOUR TIME AT BIMM your academic and welfare needs, don’t hesitate to
INSTITUTE DUBLIN speak to us whenever required: T: +353 1 5133 666
E: studentsupportdublin@bimm.ie
+353 1 5133 666 62-64 Francis Street
Dublin 8
Ireland
dublin@bimm.ie
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