Chart-topping musicians of the future have their chance to shine at an annual summer school project at the University of Chichester.Students from six schools in West Sussex will spend three days on the Chi Rocks project working with musicians, business studies advisors and song writing students to produce a record that will be performed at a showcase concert at the end of the week.
Chi Rocks runs between 7-9 June, and features pupils from Thomas Bennett Community College, Littlehampton Academy, Felpham Community College, Bourne Community College, Manhood Community College and Westergate Community School.
It is organised by the University’s Widening Participation team, who work with senior lecturer Louise Jackson from the Music department to deliver the event. It is designed to give pupils an insight into University life and give them the confidence to continue with their education when they leave school.
Carole Nairn, Chi Rocks organiser and Widening Participation Manager at the University, said: “Music is a great leveller when it comes to group working. Whether you are a talented musician or never picked up an instrument before, the key theme is fun and creativity, and you never know where that can lead.
“Over the three days, pupils will learn about different aspects of the music industry, including song writing, marketing and performance. The culmination of the summer school will be the performance of their song by a professional band at the showcase concert, not something most people get the opportunity to do, and I hope the pupils make the most of the experience.”
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