Why study keyboards?
Turn your passion for keys into a meaningful career at BIMM Music Institute. Whether you choose our diploma or undergraduate degree, we’ll help you develop all the skills you’ll need to make your name in the modern music industry.
Our keyboard courses have been created in collaboration with industry experts, meaning that you’ll have access to all the latest research and cutting-edge technology on the market. Covering a wide range of genres, styles and techniques, our curriculums are designed to equip you with a diverse and highly versatile skill set.
Offering exceptional hands-on teaching, a strong network of industry contacts, and countless performance opportunities – not to mention our inspiring masterclasses – BIMM is the ultimate destination for any aspiring keyboardist.
Key facts
Available at all BIMM Music Institute UK locations
Available as an industry-led Undergraduate Degree
A well-balanced blend of theory, analysis, practical and technical skills
Unrivalled industry internships and real-world opportunities
The chance to play on stage at festivals such as Glastonbury
What to expect
We know the industry needs versatile keyboardists with expertise and experience in many musical styles. That’s why our keyboard courses help you sharpen your skills in all areas.
You’ll take keyboard-specific classes to hone your technique, alongside ensemble sessions with other instrumentalists. You’ll also have the opportunity to deepen your knowledge of theory and composition, using Apple Macs to craft your own tunes.
Outside the classroom, you’ll gain extensive performance experience through live gigs, showcases, and various paid opportunities sourced by our Creative Futures Team. Surrounded by like-minded musicians who share your passion for music, you’ll be inspired to create, perform, and improve every day.
Choose your own path
Our keyboard courses put you in control by giving you a degree of flexibility over your studies. From the second year of our undergraduate course, you’ll be able to choose modules that align with your interests, from composition and arranging techniques to session and recording skills.
In Year 3, you get to specialise even further, with option modules on topics like mixed media performance, theory and analysis, ensemble skills, and more. The degree culminates in a Final Project, in which you’ll produce an extended piece of work in an area you’re passionate about.
Whichever course you choose, we’ll train you to become a multifaceted musician, ready to launch your career in the music industry once you graduate.
Our Creative Futures Team is committed to helping you gain performance experience, whether that’s by contributing to BIMM’s own record label, playing at BIMM gigs, or accessing paid gigs through our extensive industry connections. For example, we’ve had students perform at prestigious festivals such as Glastonbury, The Great Escape, 2000Trees, and many more.
We also have a Student House Band scheme, where you can audition to become part of an exclusive group of session musicians. As a member, you’ll be paid to perform in lessons and assessments, and at a variety of BIMM events.
At BIMM, our renowned industry masterclasses offer you the unique chance to connect with some of the most influential and successful figures in the music industry. We’ll put you in a room with prominent musicians, prolific entrepreneurs, and top-class agents, who’ll share their exciting and varied journeys into music and media.
We’ve welcomed keyboardists like Tony Kirkham (Stereophonics), Matt Johnson (Jamiroquai), Simon Mavin (Hiatus Kaiyote), and Adam Wakeman, who has toured with Black Sabbath – all of whom offered their career tips, inspiring stories and unmatched wisdom to help our students navigate the industry.
The Creative Futures Team offer one-to-one sessions where you’ll receive personalised careers guidance. They’ll also alert you to all the relevant job opportunities and internships that come in from our industry partners.
Graduates from our performance courses have gone on to do incredible things with their musical talents. Musicians like Jonny Coote, Martyna Kubicz (aka MIN t), and Sam Fuller all walked through our doors and out into the music industry. And you could be next.
Whether you’re passionate about performing live or in the recording studio (or both), you’ll learn from lecturers who’ve been there and done it.
Our staff are highly experienced professionals who are actively working in the music industry as session musicians, songwriters, independent artists, and more. With their in-depth knowledge of current and emerging trends in the sector, they’ll ensure that you stay ahead of the curve in your research and practice.
Performance students will be blown away by our state-of-the-art recording studios, designed to meet industry standards. Here, you’ll work with cutting-edge equipment, record your own sessions, and immerse yourself in the experience of a professional studio environment.
As you hone your skills, take advantage of our acoustically-treated rehearsal rooms to unleash your creativity. Then, bring it all together in our live rooms, where you can perfect your performance alongside drummers, guitarists, bassists and vocalists.
Any questions?
For any questions regarding our Keyboard courses or if you’d like more information on how to apply to BIMM Music Institute, please contact our Enquiries Team on 01273 840 346 or email [email protected].
