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Category Archives: Music
University of Brighton Graduate Show launches summer spectacle of student talent
Three Summer Shows presents student talent in art, design, media, architecture and humanities Read More
Graduates 2024: Greta Carroll: Digital Music and Sound Arts
“I have loved my tutors and the technicians and how inspiring they are. I have learnt so much and now I know the ins and outs of both the history of sound; I’ve enjoyed learning to record the sound of electricity and having a deep knowledge of artists and what they do. I’m dyslexic and had very low confidence in myself all my life. I feel the course has really freed me up and I feel I can hold my own now in a conversation in sound and electronic music.”
Graduates 2024: Miles M Reid: Digital Music and Sound Arts
“As an interdisciplinary artist, this course has been the perfect way of building my skill set in various mediums. I have been able to dive deeper into the world of animation in my free time while developing my musical and artistic abilities.”
Graduates 23: Anthea Clarke: Digital Music and Sound Arts
“From the very first assignment I experimented and took my sound somewhere I’d never explored before. The course has been really life changing for me.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Josie Hooper: Digital Music and Sound Arts
“I took a chance, and it’s turned out really well.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Vince Kamski/Thaumiel: Digital Music and Sound Arts
“I’ve met so many amazing and inspiring people and produced work I’m really proud of.” Read More
Apply for the Cass Art x Phoenix Studio Award 2024
Discuss your portfolio with course staff!
Join us at our online portfolio advice event on 28 February to get tips and advice from students and staff about how to prepare your portfolio.
You can also watch our film to see staff explain what you should include in your portfolio for art and design courses when applying for uni – and students give TIPS on what they included in theirs.
My career journey: music and sound art lecturer Johanna Bramli
We know the path to success doesn’t always go smoothly, so we asked our lecturers about the ups and downs on their path to the University of Brighton. Today it’s Johanna Bramli, who runs our digital music and sound art degree and says: “it’s a cliché story but it was thanks to a fantastic music teacher who saw through my quiet ways and believed in me that I found my confidence.”
Graduates 2022: Hal Kelly: Digital Music and Sound Arts
“I have had the opportunity here to develop my practice in ways that I never could have foreseen. This is thanks to the amazing teaching staff we have on the DMSA course, as well as my fellow students, who I’ve learned at least as much from!”
Apply for the Cass x Phoenix Studio Award 2023
Want to win a FREE studio space for a year in central Brighton? School of Art and Media final year students have the opportunity to apply for this award which sees Cass Art sponsoring a Phoenix Art Space studio for a 2023 graduate. Read More
Graduates 2021: Alex Lewis-Whitaker: Digital Music and Sound Arts BA
“Many courses in this area seemed more focused on the technical considerations within a recording studio whereas Brighton allowed me to interpret the course how I wanted to and take it in my own direction.”
Graduates 2021: Bob Smith: Digital Music and Sound Arts MA
“Coming from a science and engineering background I wanted a course that would allow me to focus those skills alongside an arts practice, and the new MA at DMSA seemed to fit the bill. The reputation of the lecturers and previous students too was a draw, the quality and breadth of work emerging from DMSA makes it a really exciting place to study.”
Graduates 2021: Toby Hinks: Digital Music and Sound Arts
“I am now working on a commission with the Brighton Centre for Creative Arts to create a piece to accompany Nika Neelova’s exhibition SILT in the coming months.”
Graduates 2021: Joe Gilling: Digital Music and Sound Arts
“My time at the University of Brighton has been an eye-opening and artistically inspiring three years. The tutors have pushed my creativity to the edge and given me brilliant guidance throughout the modules. My work has excelled and innovated past anything I could have imagined.”
Enrol, log on and complete your course tasks
Congratulations on your offer – now it’s time to enrol! Read More
Exhibiting students talk their work and their years at Uni
Exhibiting students Sophie Walker (Illustration), Sarahlouise Newman (Visual Culture) and Josh Bell (Digital Music and Sound Arts) talk about producing work during lockdown and what studying at Brighton has meant for them. Read More
Graduate Show now open!
This year (for obvious reasons) the University of Brighton’s graduate show is being held online – and we couldn’t be prouder of the art, media and humanities students who have produced brilliant work for their final year exhibition. Come and take a look around and sign up to an online event. Read More
Wondering if studying the arts is vocational enough? New British Academy report shows the benefits
Qualified for the Future (May 2020) demonstrates the tangible benefits of skills developed in the arts, humanities and social sciences to the UK workforce, economy and society, not only now but in the future.
Gender equality awards for the School of Art and School of Media
The School of Art, School of Media and School of Health Sciences have achieved Bronze awards from Advance HE’s Athena SWAN Charter in recognition of their commitment to gender equality. Read More
Opportunities for creatives to connect, reflect and prepare
The current global pandemic presents uncertainty for everyone looking for work, whether you’re about to graduate, or you’re looking for ways to develop your skills and experience over the summer. Read More
BAFTA winning director Mark Jenkin online Q&A on Friday 1 May, 10am
School of Media students are invited to join director, editor, screenwriter, cinematographer and producer Mark Jenkin (Bait, 2019) for this exciting online guest visit.
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Apply now for new £2500 Undergraduate and Postgraduate International scholarships
Brand new for academic year 2020-21 we are launching international scholarships available to new full-time international students on undergraduate and postgraduate taught degree courses holding an offer to start their course in academic year 2020. Read More
Current and alumni students feature in Brighton CCA’s packed online programme of events and activities
Free and open to all Brighton CCA’s online events range from printing workshops to bespoke DJ playlists to brighten the long days of lockdown. Read More
Applying for 2020? Here’s all you need to know
If you are applying or have applied for a course in 2020 you’ll find advice on your application, virtual visits and much more.
Gallery programme moves online
Career advice from Head of Employability Clare Dawson
Clare gives expert advice on employability, CVs, placements, dealing with knock-backs and how to ease the pressure of choosing your career path. Read More
University opens Centre for Contemporary Arts this weekend
Come and celebrate the opening of the first major contemporary arts space in Brighton for 20 years in the Grand Parade building’s beautifully refurbished new galleries and theatre – launch party Friday 19 October, 6-10pm
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Showcase for talented media staff
Salon is a project showcasing the artistic practice of professional services and technical staff across the School of Media. Read More
Graduate Show 2019: Olivia Louvel: Digital Music and Sound Arts
I am a sound practitioner, composer. Drawing on voice, computer music and digital narrative, I work at the intersection of creation and documentation, often taking for a point of departure, existing texts, from archives.
How we got here – 2019 graduates
We spoke to four graduating students about their experiences of studying arts subjects at Brighton. Hear what they had to say! Read More
Graduate Show 2019: Brianna Leeds: Digital Music and Sound Arts.
The Safe Space is an audio-visual installation, using a quadraphonic audio set up to combine meditative tones and abstract art to form an encompassing environment of mindfulness and peace. Read More
Graduate Show 2019: Louis Sterling: Digital Music and Sound Arts
Ultimately, I am a practising music technologist, recording artist and course representative on the Digital Music and Sound arts course. Read More
Graduate Show 2019: Jamie Moore: Digital Music and Sound Arts
My main creative outlet is, and always has been, music. I would say that first and foremost I am a songwriter, which is why Digital Music and Sound Art has pushed me to create in ways that I would have never even considered previous to doing the course. Read More
One month until Graduate Show!
Come and see fine art, photography, film, fashion, 3D design, textiles, graphics, illustration, architecture and much more at our annual graduate show in June (1- June at Grand Parade and Edward Street and 8–14 June 2019 at Moulsecoomb). Read More
Free Skills Masterclass
Free Skills Masterclasses! Ideal for final year, masters students and recent graduates. Gain skills from professionals, certificate for each attendee. Read More
100 days until the Graduate Show 2019!
The countdown begins to the University of Brighton Graduate Show 2019 which will see the City and Moulsecoomb campuses are transformed into the biggest artspace in the South East. Read More
Showcase your creativity at the Grand Parade gallery
Staff and students have an opportunity to showcase projects, ideas and discussion as part of an experimental programme in spring 2019.
School of Media academic earns award nomination for work with recovery orchestra
School of Media deputy Head of School Conall Gleeson, has been nominated for a British Composer Award for his collaboration with a Brighton-based orchestra that supports people in recovery from drug and substance abuse. Read More
Joint collaboration between Media courses
Students from Design for Digital Media and Digital Music and Sound Arts courses will be displaying a joint animation this weekend. Read More
Careers fair: Weds 7 Nov
Come along to the university’s careers fair at the Amex football stadium by our Falmer campus. Download the app for the guide to what’s happening on the day. Read More
A vision for women in virtual reality
Researchers from the University of Brighton are behind a pioneering new document that outlines future aims for women and gender equality in the virtual reality industry. Read More
Grants available for care-experienced students
Have you spent any time in the care of a local authority or are you care experienced? If yes, you could be eligible to apply for a non-repayable award of £350 from The Pyrus Trust. Read More
Grants available for Arts and Media care experienced students
Are you a final year student on an Arts, Media or Design course and spent time in the care of a local authority or are care-experienced? Read More
Are you a Brighton Freshtival pass holder?
On Friday 28 September, the Radio 1 Rave Lounge is coming to Brighton featuring Radio 1’s Annie Mac, Danny Howard and special guest. Book your ticket now! Read More
Get to know Brighton <3
Watch our new film about our wonderful city.
Digital Music and Sound Arts showreel 2018
The students on our Digital Music and Sound Arts BA(Hons) produce some truly brilliant and eclectic work – watch their showreel. Read More
Students and staff part of Brighton Digital Festival
The creatitivity and innovation of the city is celebrated and explored at this annual festival (13 September – 13 October 2018) which of course sees contributions from our staff and students from our media subjects. Read More
New student? Hit the Ground Running!
Congratulations to everyone who’s joining the university in 2018. There are a few things to do before you get here Read More
Enrol online today!
Congratulations to everyone who’s received an offer. If you’ve had your place confirmed, you’ll be able to enrol from today. Read More
Digital Music and Sound Arts alumni feature at festival
DMSA alumni Jeph Vanger, Jack Lister, Jordan Edge and Guoda Dirzyte will present work as part of this year’s Fort Process Festival. Read More
Welcome to all of our new students!
When your place has been confirmed you officially become a University of Brighton student!
Keep an eye on your inbox as we’ll be keeping in touch with you by email to let you know more about: Read More
Profile of Digital Music and Sound Arts graduate Aki Purser
New on the DMSA blog this month an interview with recent graduate Aki Purser.and her audio-visual piece 記憶 (Memory) which won her the ‘Incentive award’ from our partner University in Nagoya Japan. Read More
Graduates 2018: PJ Davy: Digital Music and Sound Arts
My work articulates questions about the relationships between each other, society, and the technologies that infiltrate our daily lives, often mediating personal relationships and transforming the socio-political dynamics of the world.
Graduates 2018: Jeph Vanger Digital Music and Sound Art
DMSA student Jeph Vanger talks about the influences behind his work. Read More
Vice Chancellor shortlisted for Guardian inspirational leader award
The University of Brighton’s Vice-Chancellor Debra Humphris has been shortlisted for the Inspiring Leader Award at the Guardian’s Higher Education Award.
Helen Kennedy on Lara Croft reboot
Our Head of the School of Media is quoted in a Hollywood Reporter article on feminist critics’ response to the new Tomb Raider movie. Read More
Our 2019 prospectus has just landed!
Jasmyn Bloch interview
Digital Music and Sound Arts (DMSA) third year Jasmyn discusses her work and the course in this insightful discussion with DMSA course leader Maria Read More
Students broadcast on Resonance Extra
Sound designers, producers and 3rd year Digital Music and Sound Art students Ivan Camps and Álvaro Villar (aka Boogie) have recently launched Sloth Operator Radio, broadcast weekly on Resonance Extra, Thursdays 6-8pm. Read More
Olivia Louvel interview – Digital Music & Sound Arts
Second year Digital Music and Sound Arts Olivia Louvel profile continues to grow with a recent interview on BBC Radio 3. Read More
Don’t miss New Note Orchestra’s ‘Solace’ performance
Artist and composer, and our Deputy Head of the School of Media, Conall Gleeson performs with this brilliant orchestra whose members are in recovery from drug and substance abuse (25 Nov, 6.30pm). Read More
Digital Music students host Loadbang at Komedia
Book your ticket for this student-curated night of contemporary electronic music and live projection-mapping projects on December 5. Read More
Student wins digital music award
Digital Music and Sound Arts student Jeph Vanger has been awarded the Norman Cook Digital Music and Sound Arts Breakthrough Award 2016/17 for finishing first in his year.
Brighton Digital Festival sees launch of DMSA mobile audiowalk
The Digital music and Sound Arts course has teamed up with Echoes.xyz to launch a new mobile phone audiowalk showcasing selected works by current staff and students in the course. Read More
British Science Festival 2017
Tuesday 5 September sees the launch of this festival that is SO much more than it sounds – the city of Brighton is host to this year’s event, with over 150 free events asking the big questions and featuring names such as Lauren Laverne and Professor Jim Al-Khalili. Not to be missed!
Why did the KLF burn £1m?
A University of Brighton art historian is taking part in a mock trial of a rock band that burned £1m. Read More
Digital Music and Sound Arts graduates announce collaborative tour dates
Stephen Mallinder in Manchester International Festival
The Cabaret Voltaire musician, who teaches on our Digital Music and Sound Arts course, is part of ‘industrial music drama’ Cotton Panic opening on Saturday and created by Jane Horrocks, Nick Vivian and Wrangler.
Graduate Show 2017: follow our students
The annual University of Brighton Graduate Show runs from June 3-11 and turns the university into the largest art venue in the South of England. Read More
Exploration of Cult Media as part of packed University programme at Brighton Fringe
The University is exploring what makes cult media as part of the University’s sponsored events at the Brighton Fringe in May. Read More
Graduate Shows 2017 – use #brightonshow17
Part of the Graduate Shows this year? If you’re posting to social media about the build up, your work, your exhibition, then use #brightonshow17. Read More
Exciting post-grad opportunity on LGBTQ research project
We have an opportunity for a student to undertake a fascinating research project as part of our MRes in Arts and Cultural Research, studying and archiving 25 years of Gscene magazine for The Keep archive. Interested? Read More
Heavy Load free film screening: 21 March 7pm
Book your place at this screening at Fabrica in Brighton of documentary Heavy Load, which follows the punk band of the film’s title as they smash barriers through their rock music. Read More
Keith Tyson exhibition in Hastings
Jump on the train along the coast to Hastings’ Jerwood Gallery to see 1993 graduate and Turner Prize winner Keith Tyson’s exhibition Turn Back Now. Read More
Brighton: Music City / Digital City event: 26 January 2017
Post-grad and PhD students might be interested in an industry networking event bringing together the different elements of music and digital media at The Fusebox. Read More