Career development for practicing musicians seeking to expand their performance or studio horizons.
The Certificate in Foundation in Music Literacy and Performance (“Professional Music Pathway“) at the Alpha School of Music is designed for practicing musicians and industry professionals seeking to refine their craft, expand their knowledge and develop new competencies in a structured, practical, hands-on learning environment.
This industry-ready certificate programme includes an individual education plan to highlight individual goals and needs, a career advisor, work experience and a flexible approach to professional growth.
The Certificate in Professional Music Development is awarded upon the successful completion of all prescribed courses in the pathway within two years of commencing.
Choose 1 of 3 Pro Pathways:
Performer Pathway: Classes designed to develop your individual and ensemble performance skills both on stage and in the studio.
Producer Pathway: Add live and studio mixing and production skills to your resume along with experience using Ableton, Pro Tools and Logic software.
Hybrid Pathway: A little bit of both for the truly ambitious.
Who should apply?
Minimum age: 18 years.
Prior experience: playing an instrument or voice at a performance-ready level.
Background in the music industry: either through professional performance, production, teaching, or related work.
Audition: Placement assessment (theory & practical) to determine level and guide course selection.
Functional literacy: Applicants must be able to read and write at a level sufϐicient to follow course materials, complete written assignments, and engage in professional communication.
When and how can I apply?
Deadline for September Classes: Sept 2, 2025
Deadline for January Classes: Dec 11, 2025
All applicants are required to submit the following:
A completed application form available from the administrative office or emailed on request (info@alphamusicja.com).
An audition (recorded or live) where applicants play two pieces in contrasting styles/genres with or without accompanying tracks. The audition date will be set after submission of the application form.
Music CV or evidence of prior industry experience
Application Fee JMD$ 1,500.00 (non-refundable) payable by the day of audition
Copy of valid ID (Birth Certificate, passport, driver’s licence, national ID)
Proof of functional literacy (e.g. CXCs, City & Guilds certificate)
Two recent passport size pictures
Tuition (Jamaican resident)
$100,000 plus fees for a 13-week Pro Pathways short course.
Have questions? Please contact us…
WhatsApp 876-561-4184 | info@alphamusicja.com | 876-618-2981
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