Popular Music Summer School with The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland

Make music, write songs, and jam with pro musicians in a fun five-day course at Scotland’s top conservatoire!

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Dates & Fees

Cost: £325/5 days
Ages: 12 - 18
Dates: 4 - 8 August
Location: Glasgow, Scotland
Duration: 5 days

Summary

The Popular Music Summer School at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland is a fun, hands-on course for young musicians aged 12–18 who want to explore songwriting, performing, and collaborating with others. Whether you’re already writing your own music or just getting started, you’ll work with professional musicians and creative mentors to develop your sound and boost your confidence.

Over five exciting days, you’ll create and perform original music, take part in workshops and group sessions, and learn how to bring your musical ideas to life. It’s all about getting inspired, making music with others, and discovering what makes you unique as an artist—all in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Program Features

Write and perform your own original music
Collaborate with other young musicians in a creative space
Learn from professional, touring artists
Explore real-world music skills like production and arrangement
Build confidence and have fun in a supportive, inspiring environment.

What's Included?

Use of professional studios and rehearsal rooms
Daily songwriting and arrangement sessions
Mentoring from active touring and recording musicians
Opportunity to record or perform original music
End-of-course feedback and participation certificate.

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Academics
Extracurriculars
Accommodation

Academics

The tuition focuses on practical, hands-on learning through daily sessions in songwriting, performance, and collaboration, guided by professional musicians who help students develop their creative voice and understand the real-world music industry.

Extracurriculars

While the focus is on music, the course also offers a fun, social atmosphere where students connect, collaborate, and get inspired by each other—creating a relaxed and creative vibe that continues beyond the classroom.

Accommodation

Accommodation is not included in the course fee, but students are recommended to stay at BASE Glasgow—a secure, modern student residence just a 3-minute walk from campus, with en-suite rooms, shared kitchens, and on-site practice spaces.

Program Campuses

Royal Conservatoire of Scotland

Key Information

Dates & Fees

Cost: £325/5 days
Ages: 12 - 18
Dates: 4 - 8 August
Location: Glasgow, Scotland
Duration: 5 days

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