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pop & songwriting

Embark on your musical journey by diving into the foundations of music, ranging from blues to pop-rock and the latest works of contemporary artists. Alternatively, tailor your education with our two-year academic or advanced specialization courses, where you'll draw inspiration, techniques, and knowledge from diverse musical genres like classical, soundtrack, jazz, and electronics. With a modern, professional approach and integrated teaching methods, you have the chance to develop both practical and theoretical skills, positioning yourself for success in the dynamic music industry.

FOUNDATION COURSES

Duration: 1 / 3 years
Location: Rome / Milan
Frequenza: on Site
Language: Italian / English

The Foundation courses lays the groundwork for your musical career.

The training encompasses individual instrument or singing lessons, classes on harmony and ear training, participation in ensembles for live performances at clubs in Rome or Milan, and exploration of music technology.

Upon completion of the Foundation course, you will be eligible to enroll in the three-year academic course in pop music and songwriting.

BACHELOR COURSES

Duration: 3 years
Location: Rome
Frequenza: on Site
Language: Italian / English
CFA: 180 • EQF: 6

The Bachelor courses in Pop & Songwriting is recognized by the MUR (Ministry of Education, University, and Research).

In the three-year academic courses, you have the option to choose between two tracks:

Performance: in this course, you will fully develop your artistic personality on your chosen instrument, whether it's bass, drums, guitar, piano, keyboards, or singing. Emphasis is placed on refining your technique, cultivating a personal style, and experimenting with various musical genres.

Songwriting: this course equips you with the skills to cultivate a creatively professional approach valued by the job market. Through stylistic songwriting and personal exploration in creative composition, you will enhance your abilities in songwriting.

MASTER COURSES

Duration: 2 years
Location: Rome
Frequenza: on Site
Language: Italian / English
CFA: 120 • EQF: 7

The Master courses in Pop & Songwriting is recognized by the MUR (Ministry of Education, University, and Research).

In the two-year academic program, you have the option to choose between three tracks:

Performance: Within the two-year academic course, you can further specialize in the stylistic development of your chosen instrument, extending to the production and publication of an original artistic project.

Music Production: in this specialization, you can focus on the role of a music producer, acquiring skills in writing, arranging, producing, and mixing.

Songwriting: a two-year specialization in songwriting that allows you to cultivate your uniqueness in songwriting, arranging, and music production.

HIGHER SPECIALIZATION COURSES

Duration: 6 / 8 months
Location: Rome / Milan
Attendance: on Site
Language: Italian / English

Highly specialised workshops dedicated to the study of a repertoire and aimed at improving both individual and group live performance with major pop artists.

CUSTOM courses

Duration: Variable
Location: Rome
Attendance: on Site
Language: Italian / English

Customised music courses are designed to meet everyone's needs: structured as individual lessons, with the duration and frequency chosen by the student.

Choose your instrument and customise your course.

OTHER COURSES

Duration: 4 / 5 months
Location: Rome / Milan
Attendance: Online
Language: Italian / English

A successful career within the music industry also requires knowledge of one's rights or strategies to learn how to promote one's work.

Courses in digital music marketing, recording rights and entertainment law are designed to provide in-depth and professional training for those who aspire to a successful career in music.

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Study Pop & Songwriting at Saint Louis and:

  • learn everything you need for a career as an arranger in small and medium-sized ensembles;

  • collaborate with internationally renowned artists in bands and orchestras, performing in theatres and festivals;

  • learn knowledge and skills to turn your passion for pop music into a profession.

Job Outlets

  • ARTIST AND BAND LEADER
  • SESSION MUSICIAN FOR LIVE PERFORMANCES AND RECORDING SESSIONS
  • ARRANGER FOR SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED ENSEMBLES
  • MUSIC PRODUCER
  • AUTHOR OF MUSIC FOR SOUNDTRACKS AND MUSIC APPLIED TO IMAGES
  • TEACHER (AFTER OBTAINING 24 ADDITIONAL TRAINING CREDITS)

Pop & Songwriting teachers are all renowned musicians in the industry. Find out from whom you will learn your profession!

IMG_8748Daniele Pomo

Serena Brancale

lorenzo-FeliciatiLorenzo Feliciati

FontanaMaria Grazia Fontana

Federico Malaman

IMG_9847Diana Winter

SAINT LOUIS COLLEGE OF MUSIC

Founded in 1976, Saint Louis is a private institution recognized by the Italian Ministry of University and Research. It stands out as one of the most prestigious music education establishments in Europe, attracting over 1,800 students annually from around the world. These students attend Foundation's, Bachelor's, Master's courses, Custom and Higher Specialization courses. The school prides itself on a stable faculty comprising 120 nationally and internationally renowned teachers, headed since 1998 by Maestro Stefano Mastruzzi. Saint Louis is located in culturally vibrant districts in Rome and Milan, offering students with multifunctional classrooms, recording studios for both teaching and recording productions, an artistic agency, independent record collections, a production center, the Jazz Archive, and a Bibliomediatheque.

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INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY

Saint Louis welcomes a vibrant international community, promoting global citizenship. The International Office provides support and mentoring, while students facilitate peer exchanges and organize social events for newcomers.

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4 locations in rome and 1 in milan

Saint Louis has four locations in Rome and one in Milan, all equipped with soundproof classrooms, rehearsal rooms, and studios. In Rome, they are situated in the Monti district, known for its cafes and live music venues. The Milan branch, located near Bovisa and Isola, is positioned within a creative hub featuring teaching spaces and hosting events.





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INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS

Saint Louis organizes international music events and participates in the Erasmus+ program. It is also an incubator of new Projects promoting International growth and confrontaation.

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ALL-YEAR-ROUND CONCERTS

Saint Louis is the only High Education Music Institute in Italy working on the constant production of live events featuring its students. We believe in the practical learning on real stages, involving sound engineers, composers and applied music. And we put all our energies in that.