Before booking on this course, we'll need you to log in or register with us if you're new. Please then contact us for a chat with our team to check that this course is the right level for you. Why do I need an advice session
Choose a starting date
Learning modes and locations may be different depending on the course start date. Please check the location of your chosen course and read our guide to learning modes and locations to help you choose the right course for you.
Please note: We offer a wide variety of financial support to make courses affordable. Just visit our online Help Centre for more information on a range of topics including fees, online learning and FAQs.
Work with computers, keyboards, synthesisers and recording equipment to make your 'soundscapes' (music and sounds compositions). Start with your own musical idea, or a sample such as dance music, or a live recording of sounds, inside or outdoors. Change the sounds by editing and re-mixing them with the computer. Upload and share your music on Soundcloud.
What will we cover?
Using the computer to make your own music Recording tracks Choosing sounds Edit, copy and paste to compose longer musical pieces Compose music for a chosen theme Sharing your music.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
Choose sounds to make your music Develop your computer skills for making music Compose music Relate to a time frame (use rhythm) Make changes to a recording Present music to others Discuss what makes an interesting composition These objectives will be varied to suit your experience and ability. You will also have opportunities to develop reading and other basic skills relevant to computer music.
You will negotiate with the tutor more specific outcomes, based on the above, to suit your ability and experience.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
The course is for students with learning disabilities with an ability or interest in making music with computers.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
It will be hands on and with much time to work on your own pieces with the tutors help Demonstration Group discussionSome compositions will be made together as a group You will hear the work you do on headphones or main loudspeakers.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
No.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Advice on courses for people with learning disabilities and additional support for other City Lit courses is available by appointment only. Please email learningdisability@citylit.ac.uk to book an appointment
We’re sorry. We don’t have a bio ready for the tutor of this class at the moment, but we’re working on it! Watch this space.
product
https://www.citylit.ac.uk/soundscapes3035281Soundscapeshttps://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/category/music-learning-disability.jpg299299GBPInStock/Courses/Courses/Specialist learning/Courses/Specialist learning/Centre for Learning Disability Education/Courses/Specialist learning/Centre for Learning Disability Education/Music for Learning Disability22851375139117401228513751391Compose music with computers. Make music with keyboards and synthesizers. Upload your music to Soundcloud. <br>Present your work in performance.003035206Soundscapes299299https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/category/music-learning-disability.jpgInStockDaytimeFriKeeley StreetAvailable courses11 weeks or longerWeekday2026-09-25T00:00:00+00:00Beginners, Some experience, Advanced, Suitable for allSep 2026Specialist learningSD146299299Soundscapes299299299soundscapes/sd146-2627Compose music with computers. Make music with keyboards and synthesizers. Upload your music to Soundcloud. <br>Present your work in performance.0000-Available|2026-09-25 00:00:00Work with computers, keyboards, synthesisers and recording equipment to make your 'soundscapes' (music and <br> sounds compositions). Start with your own musical idea, or a sample such as dance music, or a live recording of <br> sounds, inside or outdoors. Change the sounds by editing and re-mixing them with the computer. Upload and share your music on Soundcloud.Compose music with computers. Make music with keyboards and synthesizers. Upload your music to Soundcloud. <br>Present your work in performance.Using the computer to make your own music<br> Recording tracks<br> Choosing sounds<br> Edit, copy and paste to compose longer musical pieces<br> Compose music for a chosen theme<br> Sharing your music.Choose sounds to make your music<br> Develop your computer skills for making music<br> Compose music<br> Relate to a time frame (use rhythm)<br> Make changes to a recording<br> Present music to others<br> Discuss what makes an interesting composition<br> These objectives will be varied to suit your experience and ability. You will also have opportunities to develop <br> reading and other basic skills relevant to computer music.<br> <br> You will negotiate with the tutor more specific outcomes, based on the above, to suit your ability and experience.The course is for students with learning disabilities with an ability or interest in making music with computers.It will be hands on and with much time to work on your own pieces with the tutors help <br> Demonstration<br> Group discussionSome compositions will be made together as a group <br> You will hear the work you do on headphones or main loudspeakers.No.<p>Advice on courses for people with learning disabilities and additional support for other City Lit courses is available by appointment only. Please email learningdisability@citylit.ac.uk to book an appointment</p>Centre for Learning Disability EducationMusic for Learning Disabilityvirtual299299299SD146INTFri25/09/26 - 02/07/2710:30 - 12:3010:3012:3030 sessions (over 41 weeks)3011 weeks or longerDaytimeWeekdayKSKeeley StreetBeginners, Some experience, Advanced, Suitable for allAvailable courses2026-09-25T00:00:00+00:00Sep 2026Specialist learning299299Soundscapessoundscapes/sd146-2627Compose music with computers. Make music with keyboards and synthesizers. Upload your music to Soundcloud. <br>Present your work in performance.0000-Available|2026-09-25 00:00:00Work with computers, keyboards, synthesisers and recording equipment to make your 'soundscapes' (music and <br> sounds compositions). Start with your own musical idea, or a sample such as dance music, or a live recording of <br> sounds, inside or outdoors. Change the sounds by editing and re-mixing them with the computer. Upload and share your music on Soundcloud.Compose music with computers. Make music with keyboards and synthesizers. Upload your music to Soundcloud. <br>Present your work in performance.Using the computer to make your own music<br> Recording tracks<br> Choosing sounds<br> Edit, copy and paste to compose longer musical pieces<br> Compose music for a chosen theme<br> Sharing your music.Choose sounds to make your music<br> Develop your computer skills for making music<br> Compose music<br> Relate to a time frame (use rhythm)<br> Make changes to a recording<br> Present music to others<br> Discuss what makes an interesting composition<br> These objectives will be varied to suit your experience and ability. You will also have opportunities to develop <br> reading and other basic skills relevant to computer music.<br> <br> You will negotiate with the tutor more specific outcomes, based on the above, to suit your ability and experience.The course is for students with learning disabilities with an ability or interest in making music with computers.It will be hands on and with much time to work on your own pieces with the tutors help <br> Demonstration<br> Group discussionSome compositions will be made together as a group <br> You will hear the work you do on headphones or main loudspeakers.No.<p>Advice on courses for people with learning disabilities and additional support for other City Lit courses is available by appointment only. Please email learningdisability@citylit.ac.uk to book an appointment</p>Centre for Learning Disability EducationMusic for Learning Disabilityconfigurable
17401391Music for Learning Disabilityhttps://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/specialist-learning/centre-for-learning-disability-education/music-for-learning-disability1/2/285/1375/1391/1740/Courses/Specialist learning/Centre for Learning Disability Education/Music for Learning Disability
