The Academy of Music and Sound (AMS) is an independent music college with multiple centers across England and Scotland. Founded in 1994, AMS focuses on providing specialist music performance and production education to prepare students for careers in the modern music industry.
Locations: AMS has centers in Exeter, Southampton, Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Gateshead. They offer a range of instrument-specific courses validated by partner colleges and universities, including: Apprenticeships, RSL Level 3 (Funded), HND (Scotland), Foundation Degrees (in Music Practice and Production), BA Hons Degrees, Master's Degrees, Validated Teaching Qualifications, Short Courses (online)
Industry Connections: AMS has national endorsements from leading music manufacturers like Peavey, Yamaha, and Zildjian, providing students with access to quality equipment.
Alumni: Notable alumni include award-winning artists like Lewis Capaldi, Tom Andrews, Josh Kumra, Tristan Evans (The Vamps), and Eddy Thrower (Lower Than Atlantis).
Masterclasses: AMS hosts masterclasses with renowned musicians, producers, and managers.
Teaching Philosophy: They aim to provide personalized attention and support students' well-being alongside their academic and career development.