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MIT’S NOT JUSTA DEGREE, WE WANT YOU TO TRULY DEVELOP AS A MUSIC PROFESSIONAL.

THEBEST OF BOTH WORLDS.

Los Angeles College of Music (LACM) provides quality educational programs that pair a contemporary music education with additional preparation in recording, production, and music business in order to empower students for self-sustaining careers that include multiple paths for professional success.

Unlike any other music college, LACM offers a hybridized curriculum that integrates more instrument-specific study than any other program, alongside ensemble workshops with the pros, and one-on-one training with faculty that care.

LACM offers degree programs with majors in music performance, production, composition, and music business, each designed for student development and career preparation.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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COMPOSING FOR VISUAL MEDIA

MUSIC PRODUCING & RECORDING

MUSIC BUSINESS

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22 FACULTY

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HOUSING

WHAT’S YOUR DREAM JOB?

DRUMMER’S REALITY CAMP

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S THE CHALLENGE OF A BASS PLAYER IS TO HAVE A FIRM GRIPON HARMONIC MOVEMENT, TIME,

GROOVE, AND QUICK ACCESS TO THESUBTLETIES OF MANY GENRES.

To help you meet this challenge, the curriculum at LACM combines theory, reading, musicianship, and practical live playing. In daily Ensemble Workshops, students perform alongside some of LA’s best musicians and develop experience in a concentrated “real-world” scenario, preparing them to face any situation with confidence and poise.

Jerry has an extensive list of recording credits and a wealth of international touring experience. His recording/performing credits include work with Andy Summers, Billy Idol, Dave Stewart, Herbie Hancock, Sergio Mendes, Sheryl Crow, Steve Vai, and many others.

Juan Alderete

Andrew Gouche

Stu Hamm

Abe Laboriel

Lee Sklar

Bass Department ChairJERRY WATTS

Bass DepartmentARTISTS IN RESIDENCE

BASS

“The experience of growing and developing as a bassist occurs at the point where it all comes together: playing with other musicians. It’s an absolutely irreplaceable ingredient to becoming agood player.”– Jerry Watts

BM (12 QUARTERS)Recitals

Electives

General Education

Bass Pedagogy

Arranging/Orchestration/Conducting

AA (6 QUARTERS)Studio Bass

Rhythm Studies

Recording Technique

Music Business/Social Media/Branding

DIPLOMA (4 QUARTERS)Web Design/Video Production

3 Horn Band

Piano

Ensemble Workshops

General Music/History of Contemporary Styles

Music Theory/Sight Reading

Playing Technique

Instrument-Specific Studies/Private Lessons

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CAN YOU SHINE IN A BIG BAND, SMALL CLUB, OR IN THE STUDIO?

BRASS & WOODWIND PLAYERS HAVE TO DO IT ALL.

LACM’s Brass & Woodwind Department prepares trumpet, trombone, and saxophone players for a well-rounded career that incorporates live performance, studio recording, composition, arrangement, and licensing. It also provides for performance opportunities in big band, large and small ensembles, and performance combos that allow students to develop their personal sound as a player. The curriculum develops a variety of relevant skills necessary to securing multiple revenue streams for professional success.

Willie Murillo is a GRAMMY Award winner that has made his mark as one of the top studio trumpeters in the world. He can be heard on countless albums, motion picture soundtracks, and television recordings, and has written and produced music for numerous commercially successful avenues such as Frozen, and Gangster Squad, and has recorded or performed with John Legend, Kelly Clarkson, Natalie Cole, Christina Aguilera, Josh Groban, Stevie Wonder, Michael Bublé, Tony Bennett, and countless others. A product of the Southern California School Band and Orchestra Association, Willie has participated as a lecturer/artist/clinician at over 400 schools. As a highly sought after educator, clinician, and guest artist, he has also participated in jazz festivals worldwide.

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“Being a brass player is special - it carries with it a prestige that I love being affiliated with. We are the quarterbacks of the horn section. Being an instrumentalist takes style, patience, desire, precision, drive and it helps to be a little crazy as well.”– Willie Murillo

BRASS & WOODWINDCURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS


ConductingPublishing

General EducationPedagogy

Performance CombosAA (6 QUARTERS)

Original ProjectNotation/TranscriptionRecording Technique

Large EnsembleSight Singing

Website Design/Video ProductionMusic Business/Social Media/Branding

DIPLOMA (4 QUARTERS)Contracting & Payroll

SibeliusPiano

Big BandSmall Ensemble

Contemporary StylesImprovisation

Music Theory/Sight ReadingMasterclass


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The drum major at LACM focuses your studies on learning your instrument and on learning to play with others. The curriculum improves motor skills, technique and sound, presents contemporary rhythm concepts, and develops a wide range of repertoire across all styles.

Joe Porcaro is one of the most recorded percussionist/drummers of our time. His musical spectrum ranges from Jazz and Rock, to Opera and Symphonic. In the Jazz field, Joe has recorded with Stan Getz, Gerry Mulligan, Freddie Hubbard, and Don Ellis. He has also made albums with Frank Sinatra, Sarah Vaughn, Natalie Cole, TOTO, and Madonna. In the Operatic and Symphonic area, Joe recorded with Luciano Pavarotti, Lily Pons, Pierre Boulez, and the LA Philharmonic and Hartford Symphony Orchestras.

Ralph Humphrey is a working professional drummer and teacher in Los Angeles. His background includes work with the Don Ellis Big Band, Frank Zappa and the Mothers of Invention, and others. His recording and touring career spans nearly 40 years and includes performances with jazz notables such as Wayne Shorter, Al Jarreau, Toshiko Akiyoshi and Lou Tabakin, Manhattan Transfer, Natalie Cole, Pete Christlieb, Joe Farrell and an assortment of mainstream artists including Barbara Streisand, Jose Feliciano, Bette Midler, and others.

Drum Department ChairJOE PORCARO

Drum Department ChairRALPH HUMPHREY

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“You have an advantage here because you have teachers who are players that are still gigging. Not just playing around town gigging, they’re playing on TV shows and touring with major artists. It’s a huge advantage to go somewhere that has teachers that gig, and is also in LA.” – Drum Alumnus Chaun Horton (Toni Braxton, Natasha Bedingfield, Macy Gray)

Steve Gadd

Jeff Hamilton

Peter Erskine

Bill Stewart

Tommy Igoe

Drum DepartmentGUEST CLINICIANS


Electives

General Education

Drum Set Pedagogy


AA (6 QUARTERS)Studio Drums

Rhythm Studies

Recording Technique



3 Horn Band

Piano


Music Theory/Sight Reading

Ensemble Workshops

Playing Technique


DRUM PERFORMANCECURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS

Mark Schulman

Teddy Campbell

Aaron Spears

JR Robinson

GREAT DRUMMERS BALANCETHE ART OF LISTENING,

LEADING, IMPROVISING, AND PLAYING WITH CONFIDENCE.

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ORDER TO TRULY MASTER YOUR CRAFT.

The guitar is one of the most popular instruments in history, but also one of the hardest to master. At LACM you will have the opportunity to perfect a challenging combination of harmony, reading, rhythm playing, solo and accompaniment skills, along with access to a wide range of stylistic vocabulary, while developing your own voice.

Jody Fisher is an educator and author that has published over twenty instructional books about jazz guitar through Alfred Music Publishing. He has established himself as a solo artist and has also performed with Alphonso Johnson, Betty White, Big Joe Turner, Bo Diddley, Harry Connick Jr and many others.

Bill Fowler’s playing credits include The Pointer Sisters, Ben Vereen, Jermain Jackson, Lou Rawls, Marilyn McCoo, Lainie Kazan, Willie Bobo, Marvin Hamlisch, Ray Charles and Suzanne Somers. He has been a faculty member at LACM since 1996.

Guitar Department ChairJODY FISHER

Guitar Department Co-ChairBILL FOWLER

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“LACM provided me with the skills I needed to work and communicate more effectively and efficiently in today’s competitive music scene.” – Guitar Alumnus Crosby Loggins (Independent Artist & Winner of MTV’s Rock the Cradle)

Tariqh Akoni (Norah Jones, etc.)

Mike Miller (Chick Corea, etc.)

Oz Noy

Adam Levy (Ani Difranco, etc.)

Peter Bernstein (Diana Krall, etc.)

Zane Carney (John Mayer)

Larry Koonse

Guitar DepartmentGUEST CLINICIANS


Electives

General Education

Guitar Pedagogy


AA (6 QUARTERS)Studio Guitar

Rhythm Studies

Recording Technique



3 Horn Band

Piano


String Theory/Applied Sight Reading

Ensemble Workshops


GUITAR PERFORMANCECURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS

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LACM’s Vocal Performance major focuses on giving vocalists the tools to ‘get to the music’ as full partners with great instrumentalists and producers. The program is form-fitted to the passions of each student and presents them with opportunities to gain feedback from professionals in A&R, recording, film & television and live touring.

AS A VOCALIST, YOU ARE YOUR

OWN INSTRUMENT.

Sara Leib holds a B.M. in Jazz Performance with a Concentration in Music in Education from the New England Conservatory and an M.M. in Jazz from the University of Southern California. She has performed with Taylor Eigsti, Art Lande, and Hiromi, and has also sung for the WB, the NBA, and on the Academy Awards.

Dani Palomino holds a B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania and has studied with Sunny Wilkinson, Kevyn Lettau, Helen McComas, and Bill Brendle. She has built a commercial recording career and released recordings as an independent artist.

Tierney Sutton is a five-time GRAMMY nominee for Jazz Album of the Year, and was selected by Jazzweek as Vocalist of the Year in 2005. Tierney has headlined in recent years at Carnegie Hall, The Hollywood Bowl, The Kennedy Center and Jazz at Lincoln Center. She tours extensively throughout the world and her voice can be heard on television soundtracks, TV commercials as well as several feature film soundtracks.

Vocal Department Co-ChairSARA LEIB

Vocal Department ChairTIERNEY SUTTON

Vocal Department Co-ChairDANI PALOMINO

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“Everything I’ve done in my career has in some way integrated all of my training at LACM.”– Vocal Alumna Debi Nova (Solo artist & background vocalist; Ricky Martin, Sergio Mendes)

Cheryl Bentyne (Manhattan Transfer)

Dorien Holley (Vocal Coach – American Idol)

Kasia “KC” Livingston (Vocalist/Writer/Producer: Flo Rida, Britney Spears, Jordan Sparks, Will.I.Am, etc)

Vocal DepartmentFEATURED FACULTY


ElectivesGeneral Education

Drums & Percussion for VocalistsGuitar for Vocalists

Vocal PedagogyArranging/Orchestration/Conducting

AA (6 QUARTERS)Physical Performance

Background VocalsSongwriting

Studio SingingRecording Technique

Music Business/Social Media/BrandingDIPLOMA (4 QUARTERS)

Web Design/Video ProductionChart Writing

VocologyPiano

General Music/History of Contemporary StylesMusic Theory/Sight Singing

Ensemble WorkshopsInstrument-Specific Studies/Private Lessons

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As much as it is about composition, songwriting, engineering, and arranging, music production is really about managing a process. The best producers know how to motivate and manage a creative team. The Music Producing & Recording Major teaches students the historical and technical background they need to compete in the world of production, but also develops the necessary tools and techniques needed to take ideas to the next level.

MUSIC PRODUCTION IS A PROCESS, AND IT INVOLVES

WORKING WITH A TEAM.

Sean Halley studied guitar and classical composition at Texas Tech and Utah State Universities. Since then, he has embarked upon a widely varied career that includes domestic and international live performance, top-call session work, and songwriting for commercial advertising as well as scoring orchestral film trailers. He has also constructed his own commercial recording facility, where he records, produces and develops artists. Additionally, he is a regular demonstrator for Line 6 and AVID.

Andre Knecht’s academic and professional background includes Electronic Music studies at Padua University, Italy, and a 7-year stint as a Sound Designer, Recording Engineer, Music Supervisor and composer with the Swiss Broadcasting Company (SSR). In the US, he began a twin-track career in audio engineering and marketing at Warner Bros. Records. Today, he is active as a freelance engineer and producer, as well as a consultant, instructor, beta-tester, and technical editor for book projects in the audio field.

Music Producing & Recording Department ChairSEAN HALLEY

Music Producing & Recording Department Co-ChairANDRE KNECHT

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BM (12 QUARTERS)Junior Project/Senior Project

ElectivesGeneral Education

History of MusicLive Ensemble Recording


AA (6 QUARTERS)Video Production

Music Production w/Found ObjectsSynthesis

Drum Programming & AnalysisHistory of Production

Music Business/Social Media/BrandingStyles & Analysis of Music Composition

DIPLOMA (4 QUARTERS)Website DesignDJ Techniques

Audio MixingRecording & Acoustics

Signal ProcessingMicrophone Technology & Technique

Production Styles & GenreEngineering for Producers

Pro Tools 100/110MIDI Production

SongwritingEar Training/Music Theory

PianoStrings Private Lesson/Strings for Producers

Vocal Private Lesson/Vocals for ProducersDrum Private Lesson/Drums for Producers

MUSIC PRODUCING & RECORDINGCURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS

Students take select classes off-campus at the notable recording studio The Hobby Shop, owned and operated by LACM faculty Andrew Murdock, who has produced major records for artists like Godsmack, Avenge Sevenfold, Alice Cooper, etc. The studio is regularly used by major acts and has recently hosted recording sessions with the Afghan Whigs, Fitz & the Tantrums, and more. Students learn to record in this professional environment around the studio’s Tree Audio console, outfitted with 24 custom RE-312 mic/line modules and API 550 EQs accompanied by Pro Tools HD3.

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Erin Workman has over 15 years of experience in the music industry as a former signed staff songwriter and recording artist for Gaylord Entertainment (including Acuff Rose and Warner Chappell) in Nashville, TN, which led to entry into writing for Film/TV projects and various publishing/licensing ventures. In Los Angeles, Erin has written for Disney and has worked in Artist Development with artists such as DJ Ashba (Sixx:AM), Drake Bell , Miley Cyrus, Zac Efron, Selena Gomez, Ashley Tisdayle, Emma Roberts and many more.

Arthur Paul “Art” Alexakis is best known as the Lead Singer, Guitarist, Producer and Principle Songwriter for the Multi-Platinum, GRAMMY-nominated Alternative rock band Everclear. He has been a member of several notable bands, in addition to his own work as a songwriter for other major artists. Alexakis founded several record labels throughout his career, and worked as an A&R representative for major record labels as well.

Songwriting Department Co- ChairERIN WORKMAN

Songwriting Department ChairARTHUR PAUL “ART” ALEXAKIS

BM (12 QUARTERS)Music Business Practicum

Junior/Senior RecitalInternship

Custom Writing for Film/TV/Video GamesMusic Supervision

Music MarketingAA (6 QUARTERS)

Industry ShowcaseCollaborative Showcase

Piano Vocal ShowcaseWriting for Music Row

Co-writingVideo Production

Vocals for SongwritersArranging/Composition/Orchestration

DIPLOMA (4 QUARTERS)Publishing Practicum

Music Business for SongwritersBuilding Your DAW

Pro ToolsGeneral Songwriting/History of Song

Small Band ShowcaseOriginal Solo Showcase

MasterclassPrivate Lesson

PianoGuitar Accompaniment

Ear Training Theory

SONGWRITINGCURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS

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AA (6 QUARTERS)Independent Project

Production Styles for Composers

Music Editing

Conducting

Counterpoint

Music Business & Marketing

Composing a Music Library

DIPLOMA (4 QUARTERS)Electronic Film Scoring

Working with Applied Technology

Composing for Drama/Comedy/Video Games

History of Music in Film & TV

Arranging & Orchestration

Songwriting

MIDI Production

Pro Tools

Piano

Ear Training/Music Theory

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A graduate of USC, Martin Davich has performed and conducted with artists such as Anthony Newley and Burt Bacharach. For the last 30 years, he has made his living as a composer, having written for many dramatic se-ries, including ER for 15 years, Trinity, and Beverly Hills 90210. He has also written for several miniseries, TV movies, cable movies, and motion pictures, such as Mad Money, Touching Home, and I Bring What I Love.

Composing for Visual Media Program Chair MARTIN DAVICH

The Composing for Visual Media major equips students with the skills they will need both musically and professionally to succeed in the world of visual media, which includes film, television, video games and more. This hands-on program provides opportunities to make professional connections and culminates with the completion of the student’s own film score.

CAN YOU GRASPTHE BIGGER PICTURE?

Buck Sanders (The Hurt Locker, 3:10 to Yuma, etc)

James Newton Howard (Maleficent, The Hunger Games, The Village, etc)

W.G. Snuffy Walden (The West Wing, The Wonder Years, Roswell, etc)

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SINCE THE DIGITAL REVOLUTION, A NEW MODEL

HAS BEEN ESTABLISHED THAT EMPOWERS MUSICIANS AND

ENTREPRENEURS.

Music Business Department ChairERIN WORKMAN

BA (12 QUARTERS)Internship & Intensive Practicums

Global Music Business

Publishing

Sponsorships/Brands

Music Delivery Services/Technology Startups

Record Label (A&R)

Tour Marketing/Strategy/Booking

General Education

AA (6 QUARTERS)Internship

Merchandise Licensing & Retail

Youtube Monetization

Songwriting

Booking & Touring

Artist Management & Branding

Royalty Accounting/Finance

Music Business Law/Contracts

History of the Music Industry/Digital Revolution

Marketing

Music Licensing for Film/TV/Video Games


Musicianship Studies (Piano/Guitar)

MUSIC BUSINESSCURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS

Erin Workman has over 15 years of experience in the music industry as a former signed staff songwriter and recording artist for Gaylord Entertainment (including Acuff Rose and Warner Chappell) in Nashville, TN, which led to entry into writing for Film/TV projects and various publishing/licensing ventures. In Los Angeles, Erin has written for Disney and has worked in Artist Development with artists such as DJ Ashba (Sixx:AM), Drake Bell , Miley Cyrus, Zac Efron, Selena Gomez, Ashley Tisdayle, Emma Roberts and many more.

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WORLD RENOWNED INSTRUCTORSLACM’s faculty includes GRAMMY Award nominees and winners, musicians and producers that have worked on platinum-selling albums and music industry professionals, as well as career educators that truly understand student development and are dedicated to student success.

“You can’t hide at LACM. The teachers know the students and the students know their teachers. While the atmosphere here is casual, the teachers have high expectations.”– Jody Fisher (Guitar Department Chair)

IT ALL STARTSWITH NETWORKING…

Let’s Talk Music is an ongoing lecture series that allows LACM students to get up close and personal with heritage artists and producers. Past guests tell stories that convey the reality of life in the music industry, but also give frank advice to students in a conversational atmosphere. Past

guests include Moby, Ziggy Marley, Linda Perry, Taboo (Black Eyed Peas), Dave Wakeling (English Beat/General

Public), Glen Ballard and Art Alexakis (Everclear).

From Day 1 at LACM students are given opportunities to meet potential employers, seek professional critique from producers and A&R reps, and attend lectures and workshops that teach above and beyond the standard curriculum.

Art Alexakis (Everclear)

Linda Perry (Four Non Blondes)

Wayne Jobson, Dave Wakeling (English Beat/General Public)

Ex. VP Mike Packer, Ziggy Marley, President Tom Aylesbury

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Wayne Jobson, Linda Perry (Four Non Blondes), LACM Faculty Erin Workman and Ex.VP Mike Packer

LETS TALK MUSIC

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THE CAMPUS

LACM’s two buildings are open nearly 24 hours to students – and provide indoor and outdoor areas for recreation and relaxation. Outside of their standard class-rooms, students at LACM have access to two professional recording studios, two live performance stages, numerous vocal, drum and guitar and bass practice labs, ensemble rehearsal space, as well as com-puter labs with the best possible technology available for writing, recording and producing music.

The campus is located in a beautiful and friendly part of Pasadena, one of the oldest communities in Southern California. A true “college town,” it is home to numerous colleges, with over 14,000 enrolled students. Regular campus events keep the ambiance social, active and fun, and also allow students to deepen their connections with peers and faculty.

RECORDING FACILITIES AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS:

THE GARAGE – Recording Studio

Main recording systemPro Tools HD (80 inputs & outputs), 32-Fader D-Control

Vintage and Modern Recording Equipment by API, Cartec, dbx, Empirical Labs, Eventide, Great River, Kush Audio, Little Labs, Manley, Mercury, Neve, Studer, UREI, tc electronic, etc.

Vintage and modern microphones by AEA, Blue, ElectroVoice, Mojave, Neumann, Royer, Sennheiser, Shure, Telefunken, etc.

Vintage and modern synthesizers by Moog, Roland, Oberheim, Waldorf, etc.

A comprehensive arsenal of software plug-ins & virtual instruments including those by AudioEase, Celemony, Crane Song, FabFilter, Kush Audio, Native Instruments, Slate Digital, Softube, SoundToys, Waves, etc.

THE GARAGE – Lab 301

18x Latest Generation Apple iMac workstations with MIDI controller, and Pro Tools, Logic, Sibelius, EastWest orchestra library, Native Instruments Komplete 9 Ultimate, Celemony Melodyne, Softube plugins, etc.

SOUTH BUILDING - Studio 201

Recording systemsPro Tools HD, C|24 Control SurfaceLogic X 10Cubase

Monitoring systems:Dynaudio BM12

WHISPER ROOM WORKSTATIONS (Several available campus-wide)

Latest Generation Apple iMacs with KRK Systems monitors, MIDI controller, and Pro Tools, Logic, Silbelius, EastWest orchestra library, Native Instruments Komplete 9 Ultimate, Celemony Melodyne, Softube plugins etc.

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LACM’s Admissions Counselors work one-on-one with each student to prepare them to start their program on the right foot. For students that will require housing in the Pasadena area, LACM offers three services to help students get situated.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT BODY

Nearly half of LACM students come from around the world, bringing with them a musical and artistic diversity that creates a unique atmosphere on campus. This diversity deepens the global awareness of LACM students, widens their stylistic understanding, and challenges their creativity – emphasizing that in music, you can’t succeed if you only stay within your comfort zone.

There are two types of student visas available to non-immigrant students who wish to enter the United States for the purpose of engaging in full-time study: F-1 and M-1. LACM is approved by the United States Government to issue Certificates of Eligibility (I-20 forms) for both F-1 and M-1 visas. For more information, contact [email protected] to discuss the admissions process for international students.

HOUSING

1.Roommate Connection List (RCL) - This is a listing of new and current LACM students looking for roommates and/or apartments. If you are seeking off-campus housing and/or roommates, talk to your Admissions Counselor and get on the list! 2.Roommate Meet Ups - There are two meet ups held on campus prior to the start of the Fall and Spring quarters, so consider arriving in Pasadena a few weeks before the quarter begins.3.Housing Options List - The Housing Options List provides rent averages by area and also provides specific rental listings.

TAKE THE FIRST STEP…

APPLICATION & ENROLLMENT DEADLINEEarly Application Deadline* September 15, 2014Application Deadline Nov 15, 2014Enrollment Agreement Deadline January 2, 2015

FINANCIAL AID & TUITION DEADLINEScholarship Application Deadline December 1, 2014Scholarship Notification to Students December 12, 2014FAFSA Dealine January 2, 2015Grant Application Deadline January 17, 2015Tuition Deadline January 17, 2015

FINANCIAL AID & TUITION DEADLINEScholarship Application Deadline May 15, 2015Scholarship Notification to Students June 1, 2015FAFSA Dealine July 1, 2015Grant Application Deadline July 17, 2015Tuition Deadline July 17, 2015

APPLICATION & ENROLLMENT DEADLINEEarly Application Deadline* March 1, 2015Application Deadline May 1, 2015Enrollment Agreement Deadline July 1, 2015

The first step to becoming at student at LACM is to apply online for your degree program. Visit www.lacm.edu to access the online application. We also recommend that you call to speak with an Admissions Counselor who can walk you through the process.

Call LACM Admissions at 626.568.88509:00am – 5:00pm, Monday - Friday.

Admission and audition requirements vary by degree program. Visit www.lacm.edu for a detailed listing of requirements.

Last year, LACM provided more than $550,000 in scholarships.

Over $120,000 went towards need-based scholarships.

LACM also participates in the federally funded Title IV Program which provides Student Aid options consisting of various government subsidized grants and loans.

In order to qualify for scholarships and financial aid, you must adhere to LACM’s established Admission & Aid Deadlines.

* Those who apply early and are accepted will receive a 10% tuition discount off their first quarter tuition.Questions about Admission Deadlines? Call 626.568.8850 or email [email protected].

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(Data from Artist Revenue Streams. February 2012. money.futureofmusic.org)

To stay ahead of the curve in the music industry, you needto build a plan that includes multiple options for lifelong success.

LACM is dedicated to helping students design a realistic roadmap for their future, and gives them the foundation they need to get started.

According to a February 2012 study by The Future of Music Coalition that surveyed nearly 5400 active music professionals,

More than half of the respondents were earning income from three roles or more.

Private career counseling sessions Job, internship and gig referral service Resume coaching Industry events and networking opportunities Career Development Workshops:

Revenue Streams for the Independent Artist Copyright Registration Time and Money Management Resume, Bio and EPK Development

Website and Social Media Coaching Marketing Strategy Job Search Training Interview and Presentation Skills

OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS ON A DROP-IN BASIS, ALONG WITH AN OPEN DOOR POLICYFOR VISITING ALUMNI, THE LACM CAREER CENTER PROVIDES THE FOLLOWING SERVICES:

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IF YOU’RE GOING TO PICK A CITY,LOS ANGELES IS THE CLEAR WINNER.

(Data from Money from Music: Where We Live. September 2013. money.futureofmusic.org)

THE TRUTH IS IN THE NUMBERS. The jobs and opportunities are in Los Angeles.

Whether you want a full-time salaried position, or you want to be your own boss, you’ll earn more in Los Angeles.

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According to a 2014 study by The Future of Music Coalition,

“Los Angeles-based artists grossed an average of $78,545/yr from music, more than twice the estimated

amount from all survey respondents.”

“For New York City musicians, the average gross music income was $47,567, for Chicago musicians it was $31,755, and in other

locations, the average gross music income was $30,559.”

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WHAT’S YOUR DREAM JOB?

MUSIC PERFORMANCE

• Performing Artist (Independent Artist/ Group)• Vocal/Instrumental Soloist• Session Musician• Orchestra/Group Member• Background Vocalist• Floor Show Band• Theatre Musician• Theatre Performer• Accompanist/Rehearsal Pianist• Church Musician: Choir Director, Worship Leader, Praise & Worship Band Member, Organist, and Soloist• Product Demonstrator• Cruise Ship Performer

COMPOSITION / SCORINGFOR VISUAL MEDIA

• Film Composer• Music Editor• Programmer (Sequencing Orchestrator, Music Supervisor (Theme Specialist: Film/TV)• Film Arranger (Adaptor)• Transcriber• Copyist (Music Preparation)• Sound Designer (Synthesis Specialist)• Jingle Writer (Radio & TV)• Arranger (Adaptor)• Freelance Songwriter• Orchestrator• Conductor• Editor (Print Music Publishing)

MUSIC PRODUCTION

• Producer• Production Assistant• Studio Engineer• Studio Assistant Engineer• Studio Manager/Owner• Sound Technician• Acoustic Consultant• Digital Re-mastering Engineer• Road Manager / Gear Technician• Live Sound Engineer• Recording Equipment Manufacturer’s Rep/ Customer Service• Mastering Engineer (Post-Production Engineer)• Multimedia Developer (Interactive Multimedia Specialist), Re-recording • Mixer (Film and Video)• Record Company Staff• Recording Studio Setup Worker• Studio Designer• Studio Technician/Maintenance• DJ/EDM Artist

SONGWRITING

• Performing Songwriter• Staff Writer• Freelance Songwriter• Jingle Writer (Radio & TV)• Songwriter/Producer/Lyricist• Composer• Music Supervisor (Theme Specialist: Film/TV)

BUSINESS/MANAGEMENT

• Artist Manager• Talent Agent• Booking Agent • Concert Promoter• Independent Radio Promoter• Entrepreneur (Music Business)• Retail Sales Management• Entertainment Attorney• Business Manager• Music Supervisor (Music Licensing/ Clearance)• A&R Representative / Artist Development Representative• A&R Administrator• Publicist • Promotional Staffer• Advertising Account Executive• Salesperson (Record Label)• Marketing Representative• Tour Coordinator• Road Manager• Tour Publicist

MUSIC PUBLISHING

• Music Publisher• Song Plugger (Professional Manager)• Catalog Manager• Licensing Administrator

MUSIC EDUCATION

• Elementary/Primary School Music Teacher• Secondary School Music Teacher• College/Conservatory/University Music Educator• Private Instructor• Choir Director• Independent Primary or Secondary School • Music Teacher• Music Therapist• Music Librarian

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Sessions are offered in Songwriting, Music Performance or Music Production. Each session can be taken individually or a multi-session discount is available for those who take more than one session.

For more information, visit www.lacm.edu or call 626.568.8850.

Geared towards music enthusiasts ages 10+ and all skill levels, the program includes master classes, private lessons, recitals and large ensembles taught by LACM faculty and music industry professionals that have worked with talent on American Idol, or with artists such as Stevie Wonder, Madonna, Everclear, The Black Eyed Peas, etc.

SUMMER XPERIENCE

For more information, visit www.lacm.edu or call 626.568.8850.

Hosted by LACM and DrumChannel.com, this one-of-a-kind summer program brings a diverse community of drummers together of all levels and gives participants an opportunity to work with an all-star lineup of teachers that includes some of the most respected names in drums.

LACM currently offers online courses and certificates in drum and guitar performance, which include options for one-on-one video exchange with notable LACM faculty Ralph Humphrey (Drums) and Jody Fisher (Guitar).

In Fall 2015, LACM will offer additional certificates in Bass performance, Music Theory, Music Business and Songwriting, as well as limited distance-learning options.

Past guests include: Dom Famularo, Terry Bozzio, Alex Acuña, Tommy Igoe, Jeff Hamilton, Aaron Spears, and LACM Drum Department Chairs Ralph Humphrey and Joe Porcaro.

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