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Welcome to COPA 3
COPA Management 4
Campus Locations 5
Masterclasses 6
Student Successes 7
Facilities 9
Industry Partners 10
Education Partners 10
SRC 11
Visiting the Campus 12
MUSIC PERFORMANCE
Welcome 14
Bridging Course 15
Diploma in Music 16
Performing Arts 19
MUSIC PRODUCTION
Bridging Course 22
Diploma in Music 23
MUSIC BUSINESS
Diploma in Music 26
SHORT COURSES
Game Development 28
Live Events: Lighting 29
Music Performance 30
Electronic Music Production 31
Introduction to Music Business 32
HOW TO APPLY 33
2
WELCOME TO COPA
Campus of Performing Arts (COPA) was founded in 2003 & is a contemporary
music college with campuses in Gauteng, Cape Town and Durban. Our courses
are taught by trained facilitators who are music industry specialists as well as
professional musicians, giving our students one of the most rounded and
intensive practical programmes currently available anywhere in the world.
COPA offers full-time courses in: Music Performance (Bass guitar, Drums,
Guitar and Vocals), Music Production (instruments: Sound Technology, Game
Audio Design, DJ and Sound Engineering), Music Business and Performing Arts.
COPA also offers a short course in Lighting and Game Development
Fundamentals and recently added as module Game Audio Development.
Students are not only trained in their chosen elective, but also in modules
such as Music Business and Stage Presence to ensure that they are well
prepared for a successful career in the music industry. Each campus boasts
fit-for-purpose facilities with a recording studio, a technology centre, a
performance venue and practice facilities for use by its students.
Campus of Performing Arts (Pty) Ltd is provisionally registered with the
Department of Higher Education and Training as a private higher education
institute under the Higher Education Act, 1997 until 31 December 2020.
Registration Certificate No. 2011/HE07/004.
Full Accreditation by the CATHSSETA also allows COPA to train previously
disadvantaged individuals in learnerships, bursaries, and internships (as and
when Government SETA Funding permits), with courses found on the National
Qualifications Framework (NQF).
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COPA MANAGEMENT
We take great pride in our staff at COPA.
All lecturers are music professionals in their own right and are actively
engaged in various other roles in the industry.
This approach allows us to deliver a relevant up-to-date education,
essential in an industry which is constantly changing and evolving.
To view the full complement of COPA staff please visit our
website (www.copasa.co.za).
Garth Farrant Celeste Farrant Wouter Reyneke
Managing Director Chief Operating Officer Head of Faculty CPT
Kody Chetty Niki van der Merwe Andrew Massey
Head of Faculty GAU Head of Faculty
HeadGAU of Faculty GAU
Head of Faculty CPT Head of Faculty GAU
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CAMPUS LOCATIONS
COPA GAU
Riverview Office Park, Halfway Gardens,
Janadel Avenue, Midrand, 1685
011 622 7253 | 012 348 5877
admingau@copasa.co.za
COPA CPT COPA DBN
Unit 1060 Picbel Mall, 79 Smiso Nkwanyana Road,
17 Waterkant Street, Cape Town, 8001 Morningside, Durban, 4001
021 418 0953 031 303 7707
admincpt@copasa.co.za admindbn@copasa.co.za
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MASTERCLASSES
COPA hosts workshops throughout the year where we invite people
across the music industry to host masterclasses with our students.
This makes our masterclasses an integral part of the student experience.
Over the last few years COPA masterclasses/workshop guests have,
amongst other included:
Lady Zamar DJ Sox
Bruce Wallace Surprize Ndzimande
Elvis Blue Eugene Mthethwa
Jean- Mitchel Wickli Ziyon
(Shortstraw) Tino BeatBoy Damba
Themba Mkhize Jeandre Schultz
Wilson Okafor (COPA Alumni)
Chad Alexander Oscar Ray
Kelly Grevler Natasha Meister
(COPA Alumni) Sebastian Goldswain
Warren van Wyk Sydney Joseph
(COPA Alumni) Maya Spector
Fit for a King Peter Auret
Our Last Night Luna Paige
Jonathan Peyper HABIT TO
Pam de Menez Nathan Smith
(The Arrows) The Joint Pusher
Kahn Morbee Hunter Kennedy
(Parlotones) (Heuwels Fantasties)
Dale Schnettler Bheki Khoza
(Prime Circle) Warren van Wyk
Amy Tjasink (COPA Alumni)
(COPA Alumni) The Pedestrian
Secrets Hendrik & Styles
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STUDENT SUCCESSES
Amy Tjasink
COPA Alumnus
TOP 7 contestant on the Voice SA S3
on Team Riky Rick
Released debut album and is active
in the CPT scene
Young DLC
COPA Alumnus
Music Producer on Coke Studio Africa
in 2017 & 2018
Music Producer on The Voice SA S3
Roan Ash
COPA Alumnus
2018 SAMA Nominee for:
Best Adult Contemporary Album
Performed 2 shows at the CMA
Music Festival in Nashville, Tennessee
Joy Barris
COPA Alumnus
Keyboard player for Multi-Award
winner, Lady Zamar
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STUDENT SUCCESSES
CONTINUED...
Erick Gerber
COPA Lecturer/Alumnus
Guitarist for SAMA nominated artist
Jesse Clegg
Member of metal band - Red Helen
Performed at Miss SA 2019
Ross Charles
COPA Alumnus
Top 10 contestant on the Voice SA S3
on Team Riky Rick
Ross got all 4 chairs to turn at his
audition
Estian Le Grange
COPA Alumnus
Band member for Jo Black who
has won multiple Ghoema awards
Louis Malherbe
COPA Alumnus
Drummer for SAMA nominated artist
Jesse Clegg
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FACILITIES
For more information on our facilities, please visit www.copasa.co.za.
COPA has an energetic and vibrant environment unlike any other
educational establishment with artists, performers, producers, DJ’s
and management coming through the doors to study,
teach, meet or audition.
The facilities are fit-for-purpose with careful attention given to each room
to ensure spaces are functional, relevant to the industry and
inspirational places to learn, play andhone your craft. Spread across our three
campuses, COPA offers a unique centre for learning. Here are some of
facilities COPA has to offer:
KEYBOARD ROOM DRUM ROOM
GUITAR ROOM PERFORMANCE VENUE
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INDUSTRY PARTNERS
COPA is proud to be associated with a number of educational,
manufacturing and industry partners, working together for the
higher quality of music education. From the facilities to masterclasses, COPA
students have the best education, support & opportunity available
to them.
EDUCATION PARTNERS
CATHSSETA
CATHSSETA accredits the Further Education and
Training programmes that COPA offers.
COUNCIL ON HIGHER EDUCATION
The Council of Higher Education accredits the Higher
Education and Training programmes that COPA offers.
10STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE
COUNCIL
Each campus has a Student Representative Council (SRC) where
the goal is to not only give students a voice, but to encourage them to
take ownership of their lives and careers.
The SRC organises regular student gigs on and off campus as well as other
initiatives to improve the student experience. The SRC annually heads
up the COPA Gives Back Project where we get involve in our communities to
help make a difference. The SRC is elected by their peers and work closely
with the Head of Faculty.
11VISITING THE CAMPUS
Be sure to join our mailing list and follow us on social media to find
out when the next event at COPA is. Feel free to book a campus tour
at any time during the year by contacting your nearest campus.
This typically includes a guided tour around the facilities,
a no-obligation interview where we discuss all the programmes
available, tuition fees and entrance requirements. To book a campus tour
please contact the campus of your choice or contact us through
our website at www.copasa.co.za.
COPA SA
connect with us!
@copa_sa
@copa_sa
www.copasa.co.za
12MUSIC
PERFORMANCE
13WELCOME
COPA’s performance school comprises of 5 disciplines: Bass, Drums, Guitar,
Keyboard and Vocals. Students will select one discipline which
will be their specialisation for the duration of study. Where the
timetable allows students will be allowed to study more than one
instrument simultaneously at a Further Education and Training level.
GAUTENG
COPA’s Gauteng Campus is the largest of all campuses. Facilities include:
a resource centre, rehearsal rooms, production suites, an Apple Mac
equipped technology room, a recording studio and a Live Performance
Venue.
CAPE TOWN
COPA’s Cape Town campus facilities include: rehearsal rooms,
a production suite, resource centre and a recording studio
also hosting an Apple Mac equipped technology room.
DURBAN
COPA’s Durban campus is located near the Moses Mabhida Stadium.
The facilities include: a resource centre, rehearsal rooms, a production
suite, a recording studio and a Live Performance Venue.
14MUSIC PERFORMANCE:
Bridging Course
The entry course for Music Performance is a one year bridging course.
Entry into this course is subject to passing an audition.
MODULES INCLUDE:
Aural
Communication (if applicable)
Compose & Arrange Music
Freelance World
Keyboard Technique
Live Performance Workshop
Music Culture
Music Business
Music Theory
Practical Instrument:
(Bass | Drums | Guitar | Keyboard | Vocals)
Stage Presence
Dance and Movement (optional extra)
Qualification: NQF4 Further Education and Training Certificate:
Music (SAQA ID: 65029)
Duration: One Year
Once-off Registration Fee: R 2,500
Administration Fee for 2020: R17,500
Course Fee for 2020: R46,000
Total: R63,500 excluding registration fee
15MUSIC PERFORMANCE:
Diploma in Music
This unique 360-credit qualification is delivered over a
Three Year period. Entry into this course is subject to passing an audition
or successful completion of the Music Performance Bridging Course.
MODULES INCLUDE:
Year 1:
All about the Business
Academic Writing Skills
Create and Arrange Music
Ear Training
Ethics and Professionalism in the Music Industry in SA
Health and Safety
Music Theory
Live Performance Practice
Music Industry Overview
Practical Instrument: Applied Technical Studies
(Bass | Drums | Guitar | Keyboard | Vocals)
Practical Instrument: Professional Reading
Practical Instrument: Session Styles
16MUSIC PERFORMANCE:
Diploma in Music continued...
Year 2:
Business Ethics
Getting Industry Ready
Entrepreneurial Practice
Live Performance Practice
Music Industry Practical
Practical Instrument: Creative Musicianship
(Bass | Drum | Guitar | Keyboard | Vocals)
Research Methods
Songwriting and Arrangement
Year 3:
Action Learning Plan
Developing a Business Plan
Music Industry Practical
Professional Performance
Specialised Project
Qualification: Diploma in Music (SAQA ID: 96373)
Duration: Three Years
Once-off Registration Fee: R 2,500
Year 1 Administration Fee for 2020: R17,500
Year 1 Course Fee for 2020: R50,500
Year 1 Total: R68,000 excluding registration fee
1718
Performing Arts
This is a stand alone one year NQF4 Further Education and
Training Certificate.
The purpose of this programme is to put on a musical show.
MODULES INCLUDE:
Analyse Performance Texts in Context
Communication (if applicable)
Conceptualise Performance Texts and Performances
Create Original Performances
Industry Business Practice
Identify job opportunities within the performing arts industry
Rehearse and Perform Performance Form
Practice Physical Techniques for Communication in Performances
Use Audience Responses in Performing
Practical Instrument:
(Bass | Drums | Guitar | Keyboard | Vocals)
Qualification: NQF4 Further Education and Training Certificate:
Performing Arts (SAQA ID: 48808)
Duration: One Year
Once-off Registration Fee: R 2,500
Administration Fee for 2020: R17,500
Course Fee for 2020: R46,000
Total: R63,500 excluding registration fee
19CREATING WORKING ARTISTS
20MUSIC
PRODUCTION
21MUSIC PRODUCTION:
Bridging Course
The entry course for Music Production is a one year bridging course.
Entry into this course is subject to passing an audition.
MODULES INCLUDE:
Communication (if applicable)
Compose and Arrange Music
Digital Audio Technique
Game Audio Fundamentals
Freelance World
Keyboard Technique
Music Culture
Music Business
Music Theory
Studio Arrangement and Production
Studio Recording Techniques
Disk Jockey (Optional Extra)
Hip Hop/Rap City (Optional Extra)
Dance and Movement (optional extra)
Qualification: NQF4 Further Education and Training Certificate:
Music Industry: Sound Technology (SAQA ID: 67462)
Duration: One Year
Once-off Registration Fee: R 2,500
Administration Fee for 2020: R17,500
Course Fee for 2020: R46,000
Total: R63,500 excluding registration fee
22MUSIC PRODUCTION:
Diploma in Music
This unique 360-credit qualification is delivered over a
Three Year period. Entry into this course is subject to passing an audition
or successful completion of the Music Production Bridging Course.
MODULES INCLUDE:
Year 1:
All about the Business
Academic Writing Skills
Create and Arrange Music
Recording Popular Music
Creative ICT and Sound Design Music Theory
Ethics and Professionalism in the Music Industry in SA
Health and Safety
Music Theory
Music Industry Overview
Game Audio Fundamentals 2 (optional)
23MUSIC PRODUCTION:
Diploma in Music continued...
Year 2:
Business Ethics
Getting Industry Ready
Live Recording Session 1
Music Industry Practical
Research Methods
Songwriting and Arrangement
Working with Digital Audio
Creative Sound Engineering
Year 3:
Action Learning Plan
Developing a Business Plan
Music Industry Practical
Creative Portfolio
Specialised Project
Mastering
Live Recording Session 2
Qualification: Diploma in Music (SAQA ID: 96373)
Duration: Three Years
Once-off Registration Fee: R 2,500
Year 1 Administration Fee for 2020: R17,500
Year 1 Course Fee for 2020: R50,500
Year 1 Total: R68,000 excluding registration fee
24MUSIC
BUSINESS
“I wish there were a Music Business 101 course.
I would have taken it”
- Kurt Cobain
“There is:
1. The Music
2. The Music Business
3. The Music Industry
Love the 1st, Learn the 2nd and Outsmart the 3rd”
- Unknown Author
25MUSIC BUSINESS:
Diploma in Music
The Music Business School is a market leader in delivering trained graduates
into the heart of the Music and Media industries via its Higher
Education Program.
This unique 360-credit qualification is delivered over a
Three Year period. Entry into this course is subject to passing a written audition.
MODULES INCLUDE:
Year 1:
All about the Business
Academic Writing Skills
Business and Artist Management
Music Publishing
Music and Digital Distribution
Ethics and Professionalism in the Music Industry in SA
Health and Safety
The Artist as a Brand
Music Industry Overview
26MUSIC BUSINESS:
Diploma in Music continued...
Year 2:
Business Ethics
Getting Industry Ready
Entrepreneurial Practice
Music Industry Practical
Research Methods
Music Marketing and Media
Music Law and Contracts
Year 3:
Action Learning Plan
Developing a Business Plan
Music Industry Practical
Record Company Structure and Management
Specialised Project
Social and Applied Psychology
Qualification: Diploma in Music (SAQA ID: 96373)
Duration: Three Years
Once-off Registration Fee: R 2,500
Year 1 Administration Fee for 2020: R17,500
Year 1 Course Fee for 2020: R50,500
Year 1 Total: R68,000 excluding registration fee
27SHORT COURSES:
Game Development Fundamentals
MODULES INCLUDE:
Game Logic (Unity 3D)
Game Art
Environment Design
Effects and Finishing
DURATION:
12 Weeks
LOCATION:
Available at COPA Gauteng Exclusively
COST:
R14,995
28SHORT COURSES:
Live Events: Lighting
MODULES INCLUDE:
Load Equipment, Material and Tools
Maintain Equipment and Tool Parts
Pack Equipment, Material and Tools
Set-up and Strike Equipment, Material and Tools
Operate (apply) Equipment, Material and Tools
DURATION:
12 Weeks
LOCATION:
Available at COPA Gauteng Exclusively
COST:
R14,995
29SHORT COURSES:
Music Performance
MODULES INCLUDE:
Basic Stage Presence
Introduction to the Music Business
Introduction to Music Theory and Aural
Live Performance Workshop
Practical Instrument:
(Bass | Drums | Guitar | Keyboard | Vocals)
DURATION:
12 Weeks
COST:
R14,995
30SHORT COURSES:
Electronic Music Production
MODULES INCLUDE:
Introduction to Music Theory and Aural
Introduction to the Music Business
Digital Audio Techniques
Live Production
Electronic Music Production
DURATION:
12 Weeks
COST:
R14,995
31SHORT COURSES:
Introduction to Music Business
MODULES INCLUDE:
Introduction to the Music Business
The Freelance World
Key Industry Functions
Copyrighting and Contracts
New Venture Creation
DURATION:
12 Weeks
COST:
R14,995
32HOW TO APPLY:
STEP 1:
Contact your nearest campus today to book an interview and campus tour.
STEP 2:
Music Performance/ Production/ Business or Performing Arts:
Download/ collect the audition form and complete a
live audition at your nearest campus.
STEP 3:
You will be notified of the results of your audition within 3-4
working days of your audition. If your audition was successful you will
receive an acceptance letter into the recommended course.
All information is correct at the time of publication. Campus of Performing Arts reserves the right
to make changes at any time without prior notice.
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