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Just as every production needs a title; every character needs a name. To me the name has become a sort of persona to allow me to fully embody my role as a performer

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"I don't know where I'm going from here, but I can promise it won't be boring." - David Bowie

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A short video showing a basic understanding of the piano, using a chord sequence, melody, and rhythm

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After becoming dissatisfied with working in scientific research and the typical 9 to 5 arrangement, I took a number of jobs in the retail and hospitality sectors. I found they better suited my outgoing personality and I enjoyed the more flexible shift based approach to working. I then went on to work as a carer for the elderly which gave me much to reflect on. It was upon the advice I received during this time that I decided to apply for college, in a bid to develop my skills and fully commit to a life in music which had always been a hopeful side project. While making a full time career as a musician is a big ambition to have, the industry itself provides many opportunities for someone to create a portfolio career by making money from multiple revenue streams such as: teaching, producing, creating music, and performing

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A Collection of the main scales:
- Major, Pentatonic Major, Major Arpeggio, Natural Minor, Minor pentatonic, Minor Arpeggio, Minor blues scale, Harmonic minor, & Melodic Minor. Correction to Minor pentatonic and Harmonic Minor in part 10.

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A video showing my understanding of the musical modes:
1. Ionian
2. Dorian
3. Phrygian
4. Lydian
5. Mixolydian
6. Aeolian
7. Locrian

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A mixture of other material, as well as a few original numbers mixed by myself

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The live performance part of the course was the most interesting for me and the most relevant to the role of a performer. The work with Dun Eideann (the live performance at Whistlebinkies in particular) is a great example of this.

The two shows with the Jaggy Midtones and the supplementary videos are great examples of my ability as a performer and front man in a live music situation.

The Riders Of Rohan performance (number 3 in the Glengo tab) showcases my ability to perform in a different style by employing different vocal qualities and techniques.

The four videos in the showcase section show my technical ability and proficiency, which is very important in live performance situations.

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2. Where do you see yourself in five years?

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2. Where do you see yourself in five years?

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In five years I aim to have overcome the financial difficulties involved in regulating the work- study balance I am currently facing. It is hard to pursue creative endeavours when you struggle just to get by each month. My hope is that in that time I will have the relevant experience and connections in order to fully commit to a life as a performer and musician. My dream would be to tour the UK and abroad showcasing my music to people who it has provided a positive impact. In terms of business, I have the blueprint for an events and promotions company to help up and coming musicians involve themselves in the music scene which would include a live music venue in the city as an operational hub. I believe that the creative arts should be appropriately protected against big corporates who seek to use music as a money making tool and way of controlling the social narrative

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Piece number one is by The Killers from one of my favourite childhood albums Sam's Town. It is down a semitone from the original key which better suits my voice. I tried hard to capture the emotion that Brandon Flowers conveys so well in the track

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The two songs provided, Disguise and Ambition, provide a case for my songwriting ability as well as my ability to mix and master the tracks. It also shows my ability as a musician as I played all the instruments on the tracks and well as writing the lyrics for the tracks.

The same can be said for the songs, Colour Tree and Don't Wanna, in which I play the bass and sing. I was also responsible for the lyrical components and melodies of those songs.

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A look into the songwriting techniques of the best musical duo Lennon McCartney. This will be done through the songs from Let it Be and the Get Back Sessions Documentary.

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The following image was provided by Edinburgh College as proof that I have passed all the relevant outcomes from the music theory part of the course. Other examples of my understanding of music theory include:

1. Keyboard skills video- in which I need to know the notes involved in the chords, especially the Major 7 and 4 note chords.
2. Technical exercises - The scales and modes are another example of knowing the music theory involved.
3. Songwriting essay- An in depth discussion of the components that make up songs such as: melody, harmony, rhythm, and structure.
4. Own track- My own songs show an understanding of songwriting through the incorporation of music theory.

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My second piece for this year is the Rock / Pop ballad by 70's band Rainbow. i brought the piece down by three semitones in order to fit my voice better and fit my Tessitura

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My most ambitious piece is the eternal piece by Queen. It is in the original key so really is a push for me to hit the high notes, as Freddy does so effortlessly. It is a good example of both my falsetto and full voice.

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A little information about the three pieces and my development with each

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Song by Post Malone as included as an extra piece in addition to the original three.

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Live version of the Bowie classic performed live at the gig on 27th April 23

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Modern Love - Voodoo Rooms - 27th April 2023

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The Clash of The Punk Rock Revolution.

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Clip of the Rolling Stones favourite from the Voodoo rooms gig 18th April 23. Tried hard to let the inner Jagger come through in the performance.

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Miss You - Voodoo Rooms - 18th April 2023

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3. Why does the role of musical performer suit you?

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3. Why does the role of musical performer suit you?

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Being a performer allows me to express myself in a unique way and there is nothing quite like the exhilarating feel of being on stage. I have come to enjoy the anticipation and nerves prior to a performance and I see them as a necessary reminder of the importance of being on the top of my game. As someone who loves singing and dancing, being a performer is an opportunity to turn a personal hobby into a potential career. People want to be entertained, especially if they have paid for the experience, so I take the role seriously. As a result I see the performance itself as a chance to escape myself for a little while by being more daring and outgoing than my typical personality might be

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What started as a college band for the live performance part of the course, was soon to become The Jaggy Midtones. Due to the similar musical interests and band dynamic it has become a continuing musical project. We perform a range of classic Rock & Pop songs with the hope of becoming a touring band performing at weddings and perhaps performing some original material in the future

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A look into job roles within the music industry and the obstacles facing an up and coming musician

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Whatever people say I am thats what I am

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Whatever people say I am thats what I am

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The basis of three typical Music Industry contacts

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A dive into the concept of intellectual property and copyright.

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This song describes the existential struggle we all feel from time to time, where we question our direction in life. The lyrics in the verse have a double meaning and could be used to describe the struggles with alcohol or anxiety itself. The song started with the popular IV-V-I-vi chord progression in the chorus, found in tracks such as Viva La Vida. I love the way it builds and peaks with the third chord before dropping to the minor and then walking down the scale to the first chord in the sequence.

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Dun Eideann (Dunedin) are a Rock n' Roll band started in 2023 by myself and three other Edinburgh College students. This has been the main musical project of the last year, where our focus has been writing original material, rehearsing our changes and "tightness" as a band, and slowly building a following. We played our first gig on the 15th May 2023 and have big plans for the summer

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1. Colour Tree - Live at Whistlebinkies 

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1. Colour Tree - Live at Whistlebinkies 

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Here is a live video of an original song from a live performance at the popular Edinburgh music venue Whistlebinkies. The line up includes myself on lead vocals & Bass, Ryan on rhythm guitar, Ross on Lead guitar and Gian on the drums. This is a great example of some of my songwriting abilities and the stagecraft that is required to be a successful entertainer.

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The song attempts to capture the desire to make something of your life. It started many years ago with the phrase "Caught between study or only working for money" and grew steadily over the years as the message became clearer.

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Jaggy Midtones - Full Set - 18th April 2023. Glengo, Vero, Matthew on Vox, Bruin & Jon on guitar, Jamie B on the keys, Bonar on the bass, Oscar on the drums.

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Ryan & Weronikas Band - Voodoo Rooms 18th April 23

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Youtube link to our first single released on 21 April 2023. This showcases my songwriting and beginner skills at mixing and mastering a track

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Gig number two joined by Vladislav on lead vocals and Magic Martin on bass.

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The Jaggy Midtones - Voodoo Rooms, 27/4/23

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Setlist learned over the year and performed at both the VooDoo Rooms gigs

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Stayin Alive (BeeGees Cover) - recorded in the studio session in December 2022. The session was recorded by Olivia and Jade, students from the Sound Production course at EC and was mixed by myself. It features me, Vero, and Vlad on lead vocals, Jon & Bruin on electric guitar, Matthew on acoustic guitar, Jamie on Keys, and Martin on bass. It contains a drum loop for the time being due to the lack of available drummers at the time

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Jaggy Midtones cover of The Bee Gees Classic

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Tech spec for night two gig on 27/04/23

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An EPK is a description of the song and is what you send to producers and radio stations to promote your track. In this case it also provides an introduction to the band and the track

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Live clip of the same song from above showing what it is like in a live environment.

Lyrics:

There are those who know

There are those who show

That as the time comes

The movement will grow

Back to the ways

Of the Good Ole’ Days

When people listened

To what musicians said

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Live Clip of Scenes performed at Whistlebinkies 15th May 2023

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Rehearsal of original song Scenes at Edinburgh college rehearsal rooms.

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A rehearsal of another original song filmed at Edinburgh College. --Trigger warning for the faint of heart --

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Credit Jacob Howorth

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This padlet is a platform to compile many of my projects, in the hope of displaying my abilities as a performer. Artefacts are as follows:

- Dun Eideann band
- Jaggy Midtones band
- Solo / Other work
- Vocal showcase
- Photography
- Creative writing
- Artwork
- Skills and Analysis
- Question & Answer

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Clip of Fleetwood Mac's Classic performed at Voodoo Rooms 18th April. Credit to Weonika and Matthew on the vocals.

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Live Perfomance of the song at The Voodoo Rooms

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A little bit about how the organisations involved in collecting money for musicians

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The range of music business essays show a basic understanding of the music industry as follows:

1. Potential job roles within the industry
2. Collection societies and how to make money
3. Copyright legislation
4. The concept of intellectual property
5. Common contracts in the industry

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The songs Stayin' Alive and Sweet Dreams of a 7 Nation Army, are great examples of being recorded in a studio environment. For these I provided vocals in the studio and went on to mix the Stayin' Alive tracks myself.

The songs Disguise and Ambition were recorded at home and mixed by myself.

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I like to think of myself as an outgoing person who positively impacts the lives of others and supports them in their achievements. My obsession with the ideal of perfection may at times come across as overbearing, but it helps me see the potential for greatness in myself and the people I work with. I have met some truly remarkable people in the last year, musicians much more talented than myself, and the things I have learned from them are responsible for the things I have achieved thus far and the direction in which I am headed

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5. What do you need to overcome in order to succeed?

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5. What do you need to overcome in order to succeed?

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Joining college gave me an understanding of the music industry as a whole, how competitive it is, and how hard one must work in order to make a name for themselves. When compared to corporations, it is extremely difficult for an individual to make a stand in the music scene, which is why it is so important to surround yourself with like minded individuals who share the same goals and values as yourself. Music has become monopolised by the people at the top and this trend is indicative of most sectors and industries, and it is only by taking a stand together, for the belief that music is a right entitled to everybody, that real change can be made

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The research conducted for this project can be found as part of the songwriting essay in whcich I investigated the songwriting techniques of Lennon & McCartney. The links to the references can be found there.

I also done much research into the music industry visible in my four music business essays. The references to where I obtained this information can be found in the material themselves.

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Born and raised in the city of Edinburgh, I have had the privilege of living in one of the most culturally diverse and vibrant cities, one where the creative arts thrive in the world renowned Fringe festival. Growing up I was fascinated by how things worked which, upon graduating from high school, led me down a path in which I attained a Masters Degree in Chemistry from the University of Edinburgh. However, once I got my first job in the industry I lost the initial curiosity I felt whilst studying, and becoming more specified only led me to feel I was "learning more about less". In order to broaden my horizons, I quit my job and went solo travelling and upon my return delved into the retail and hospitality sectors with a number of jobs, in which I enjoyed the spontaneity of working with people. During COVID I took a job as a carer for the elderly in a residential care setting which greatly broadened my outlook on life and made me value the importance of finding your "calling". In the hope of finding this and recapturing the passion I felt for learning as an undergraduate student, I decided to follow my desire to be a performer and musician by returning to study at the age of 25. This is where the tale truly begins.

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Acoustic version of our setlist for live performance class. Please forgive the mechanical drummer, he only played with us once!

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Ryan, Weronika & Vlad's Band - Acoustic Set

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Studio recording of a mashup of Sweet Dreams - Eurythmics & Seven Nation Army - White Stripes. Originally donw by Pomplamoose. Line up same as with Stayin' Alive session. Credit to fellow band member, Matthew Cameron, who done the mix and provided the track

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Sweet Dreams of a 7 Nation Army by Glengo

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Studio recording of a mashup of Sweet Dreams - Eurythmics & Seven Nation Army - White Stripes. Originally donw by Pomplamoose

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Programme Notes for Life on Mars by David Bowie

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Programme notes for Goodbye Yellow Brick Road by Elton John

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A correction to the minor pentatonic and harmonic minor scales

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As part of our live performance class I participated in another band and we decided to take our setlist in a different direction from the other bands. As a result we went down the Hip/Hop, Rap, RnB route in which I had the opportunity to rap. This is different to the usual music I listen to and presented me a challenge by employing different vocal qualities.

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A worksheet showing some relevant information and skills I have gained through my employment and other experience

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Skills - Weaknesses - Opportunities - Threats

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Setlist for the gig on the 23rd May