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Brighton Institute of Modern Music (BIMM) - Dublin:
Situated in The Coombe area of Dublin, close to Temple Bar and the city centre, Brighton Institute of Modern Music (BIMM) Dublin provides fully-accredited, intensive music courses in for students who are committed to a career in music or the music industry. We offer a 4-year, full-time Bachelor of Arts Degree program in Commercial Modern Music with instrument specializations in guitar, bass, drums, vocals and songwriting. We also provide a 1-year CPD Diploma in Professional Musicianship (Performance or Songwriting).

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About BIMM Dublin:


- Providing a Springboard Into the Music Business
BIMM provides a springboard into the world of contemporary music through an education experience that explores technique, music culture, artistry, technology and business, thoroughly and creatively, to enable every student to define realistic career goals in order to achieve excellence and reward in their chosen path.

- Specialist Group Learning Methods
Teaching at BIMM is comprised of group learning sessions in specialist groups and in live performance workshops with other musicians.

- Qualified & Experienced Tutors
All tutors at BIMM are highly skilled in their specialist area and remain actively engaged with the contemporary music industry.

Full-Time & Part-Time Intensive Music Courses in Dublin:


4-Year Full-Time Bachelor of Arts Degree Program in Commercial Modern Music:

Instrument specializations include:
- Guitar
- Bass
- Drums
- Songwriting
- Vocals

1-year CPD Diploma in Professional Musicianship:
- Songwriting or Performance specializations
- Part-time programme
- Aimed at musicians with semi-professional ability
- Validated by the Dublin Institute of Technology

Expert Testimonials from Legendary Musicians:
"I am aware of BIMM's track record as the leading provider of modern music training in the UK, and the success of their graduates and their employment in all areas of the music industry."
- Bob Geldof

"BIMM has a very progressive and modern approach to music education. In this time of huge change within our industry, it will be great to have them here in Dublin. They Rock!"
- Colm Quearney - Guitar and Songwriting Tutor

Location & Facilities:

BIMM's Dublin campus is located on Francis Street close to the city centre, just 5 minutes walk from Temple Bar - the cultural hub of the city. The studio is easily accessible by public transport, with both bus and tram (Luas) services stopping close by.

In addition to our superb teaching spaces, with full PA and backline, we have put together a comprehensive collection of pro-vintage and modern equipment for all specialisms, with which the musicians at BIMM are encouraged to develop their own style and innovative approaches. BIMM cares about quality musical performance and has created an environment where  students  can develop as both performers and music industry professionals, within a thriving contemporary music scene .

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Address: 62 - 64 Francis Street, The Coombe, Dublin, Ireland
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2024-05-24 were from:

Mungia, Vizcaya, Spain; East Sussex, UK / GB; Milan, Italy; Edinburgh, UK / GB; Bath, UK / GB; West Sussex, UK / GB; horsham, UK / GB; and more.
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