Training Courses
LONDON METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
The Sir John Cass Department of Art, Media and Design offers a 3 year BA/BSC (HONS) degree course in Music Technology (Musical Instruments).
The Piano Tuning and Repair programme teaches the range of skills and knowledge that a piano tuner/technician requires to work in either a company or in self-employment. The course focuses on practical piano tuning, repair and regulation of both upright and grand pianos, and is well placed to offer work experience to achieving 3rd year students.
Standard entry requirements: 2 relevant 'A' levels grade C or above, and 5 GCSEs including English and Maths grade C or above.
Accreditation for Prior Experience or Learning (APEL) can be given in lieu of formal qualifications for applicants over 21 years old.
Head of piano studies: John-Paul Williams MA, MPTA, FIMIT
Email: j.p.williams@londonmet.ac.uk
Tel: 0044 (0)20 7320 1876
Fax: 0044 (0)20 7320 1830
BA/BSc Music Technology Course Leader: Dave Armitage d.armitage@londonmet.ac.uk
For prospectus, applications, fees and enrollment information:
email: admissions@londonmet.ac.uk
phone: 0044 (0) 20 7133 4200
London Metropolitan University website: www.londonmet.ac.uk
NEWARK COLLEGE
The School of Violin, Woodwind and Piano Technology offers a range of programmes in the making, repairing and tuning of instruments:
- The Piano Tuning and Repair programme
The programme covers the range of skills and knowledge that piano tuner technicians need to equip themselves for work in either a company or in self employment. The course focuses on piano tuning, the full restoration and casework finishing of both upright and grand pianos, and involves a high proportion of hands-on practical work.
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Course entry
Entry to the course is by interview and practical tests, and there is no specific academic qualification or musical background needed.
A bias towards practical work is desirable. The course is accessible to all.
Programme Manager Performing Arts & Musical Instrument Crafts
Tel: 01636 680680 ext 7269
Fax: 01636 680681
Lincoln: 01522 876000 ext 6394
Course Enquiries: 01636 680683
Email jhyde@lincolncollege
Website: www.newark.ac.uk
THE ROYAL NATIONAL COLLEGE FOR THE BLIND
Piano Technology at RNC
This Course is now closed
