2023

PROSPECTUS
Creating Working Artists
 CONTENTS
Welcome to COPA
About Us
COPA Team
Campus Locations
Facilities
Masterclasses
Student Successes
Partners
Student Representative Council (SRC)
Visiting the Campus

Our Courses

Music Performance
Bridging Course
Diploma in Music

Music Production
Bridging Course
Diploma in Music

Music Business
Diploma in Music

Part-Time Studies & Short Courses

The Application Process

WELCOME TO COPA
Campus of Performing Arts (COPA) was founded in 2003 and is a contemporary
music college with campuses in Midrand, Cape Town, Durban and Pretoria.

Our courses are taught by trained facilitators who are industry specialists as well as
professional musicians, giving our students one of the most well-rounded and
intensive practical programmes currently available anywhere in the world.

COPA offers full-time courses in Music Performance (instrument selection: bass guitar,
drums, keyboard, and vocals), Music Production (including Sound Technology, Game
Audio Design, DJ and Sound Engineering), and Music Business. COPA also offers
various short courses in partnership with COPA Academy.

Students are not only trained in their chosen elective, but also in modules such as
Music Business and Entrepreneurship to ensure that they are well prepared for a
successful career in the music industry.

Each campus boasts fit-for-purpose facilities like a performance venue and practice
facilities for use by its students.

Campus of Performing Arts (PTY) Ltd is registered with the Department of Higher
Education and Training as a private higher education institute under the Higher
Education Act, 1997 until 31 December 2024. Registration Certificate No.
2011/HE07/007.

Campus of Performing Arts is accredited with CATHSSETA and MICT SETA for the
Further Education and Training programmes we offer.

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 ABOUT US
What We Do
We create working artists.

How We Do It (Our Mission)

We aim to provide musical education at no less than industry standard, with
up to date training, affording the best opportunity for success and developing
students to their maximum potential.

Why We Do It (Our Vision)

To see music education become what it can be to South Africa through striving for
excellence in all we do and having an impact globally as a world-class provider of
South African Standards.

Language Policy and Mode of Instruction

All courses at Campus of Performing Arts are delivered in English in full-time
contact mode.

Fees and Cancellation

Each course fee is listed with the relevant course info. Where applicable, cancellation
refunds are handled in accordance with the Consumer Protection Act.

Financial Aid and Student Support

COPA does not formally offer bursaries. Feel free to ask about the Campus of
Performing Arts Foundation during your interview. Appointments can be made with
the Head of Faculty at any time to discuss areas of concern or when assistance is
required. All students have access to the Student Liaison via WhatsApp Groups. All
lecturers have tutorial slots which students can utilise for subject-specific assistance.

Rules and Code of Conduct

All full-time courses are a minimum of 120 credits and the minimum number
of credits required to be found competent is dependent on the minimum
credits stipulated in the SAQA registered qualification. Assessment rules will
be discussed as part of the orientation and throughout the course. This includes
academic accumulation, progression and qualification. A copy of the rules and Code
of Conduct is included in the Contract of Agreement that each student receives, as
well as displayed around campus.
 THE COPA TEAM
We take great pride in our staff at COPA. All lecturers are music
professionals in their own right and are actively engaged in various other
roles in the industry. This approach allows us to deliver a relevant, up-to-
date education essential in an industry which is constantly changing and
evolving. To view the full complement of COPA staff please visit our
website - www.copasa.co.za.

THE COPA MANAGEMENT TEAM

Garth Farrant Celeste Farrant Courtney Farrant

Managing Director Chief Operating Officer Marketing Manager
& Student Liaison

Niki van der Merwe Kody Chetty Melania Kawara

Head of Faculty - COPA GAU: Head of Faculty Financial Manager
Midrand: Admin & Admissions
COPA DBN
CAMPUS LOCATIONS
COPA GAU: MIDRAND
353 Alexandra Road
Halfway Gardens
011 622 7253
admingau@copasa.co.za

COPA GAU: PRETORIA

193 Corobay Ave, Waterkloof Glen
012 348 5877
adminpta@copasa.co.za

COPA CPT
Ground Floor
17 Salt River Road,
Salt River, CPT
021 418 0953
admincpt@copasa.co.za

COPA DBN
641 Peter Mokaba Ridge
Overport, Durban
031 303 7701
admindbn@copasa.co.za
STUDENT SUCCESSES
PAMBO (COPA ALUMNI)
Sandile Pambo has released multiple
singles over the years, including
features with well known artists AKA
as well as a #1 Single on 5FM!

YOLOPHONIK (COPA ALUMNI)

Yolophonik, a.k.a. Andrew Masondo, has
had great success with the release of his
smash hit remix, Love Back. Yolophonik’s
Universal deal has him signed as an
exclusive songwriter for music
production. He has also been appointed
as an official playlist curator for Apple
Music. Under the name Yolo FM, we all
have something to look forward to!

BAN T
Ban-T (born Baanthata Mokgwathi) is a hip
hop artist from Botswana. Ban-T’s journey
to musical fame began with the video of his
first single ‘Whyso faded Anthem’ which
was released in 2015. In 2016 he released
‘Naomi’ which earned him 4 awards at the
2016 Yarona FM Music Awards, popularly
known as the “YAMAs”. Since then he has
produced hit after hit that has seen his
songs get airplay across multiple music
stations in Botswana and South Africa.
STUDENT SUCCESSES
VULVODYNIA
Vulvodynia, South Africa’s premium
death metal export, consists of band
members Duncan Bentley (vocals),
Luke Haarhoff (guitar), Kris
Xenopoulos (guitar), Lwandile Prusent
(guitar), Chris Van Der Walt (bass), and
Thomas Hughes (drums). Various of
these members are COPA alumni. The
band has released multiple albums
and toured internationally.

KRIS XENOPOULOS (COPA ALUMNI)

Kris Xenopoulos is a South African metal
guitarist and producer. Kris is most known
for the acts Vulvodynia, Technopath and
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Guitar World Magazine and was the cover
page for “New Voices In Guitar” outlining
“10 fresh guitarists to keep an ear out for in
the coming year” for 2020.

DANI VILLÉ
Dani, a.k.a. Danielle de Villiers, is a singer-
songwriter signed to Universal Music. Her
EP with original songs is available on all
digital music streams.
STUDENT SUCCESSES
CHRIS J CLARKE (COPA ALUMNI)
Chris has performed at the Barnyard
Theatres around SA on the lead guitar in
the theatre show Forever Young, a tribute to
the late great rock stars of the music world.
Since late 2014, Clarke has been a musician
on MSC Cruises around the Mediterranean,
Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Middle
East, Northern Africa, Southern Africa,
Caribbean and North America.

APPLE GULE (COPA ALUMNI)

Apple Gule, a.k.a. Aphelele Gule, has
released multiple tracks that have
received airplay on various radio stations
and other musical platforms, the latest
being "Lawdy".

PETER MILNER (COPA ALUMNI)

Peter Milner is a fantastic drummer with
years of experience. Peter is the drummer
for SAMA nominated, Jesse Clegg as well as
a lecturer at the GAU: Midrand campus.
STUDENT SUCCESSES

ROAN ASH (COPA ALUMNI)

• 2018 SAMA Nominee

• International songwriter and performer

KELLY GREVLER (COPA ALUMNI)

Production Music Supervisor at Universal
Production Music Group South Africa

GARETH SCHORMANN (COPA ALUMNI)

Founder of ThreeRecords - UK (Record
Label)

ZAAN SONNEKUS (COPA ALUMNI)

Zaan Sonnekus is a South African singer-
songwriter who has released multiple
singles and released his debut album
"Zonneblom" in 2021.
STUDENT SUCCESSES

JOY BARRIS (COPA ALUMNI)

Keyboardist and Music Director at Lady

Zamar Entertaiment.

HENRY STEEL (COPA ALUMNI)

Henry established himself through a
couple of bands including an
accomplished blues band Delta Blue as a
very competent guitarist. Other bands
include: Fresh, SAM, Small Town Fashion
Gurus, Counterfoil, Under White Flag. He
also has performed as session guitarist for: Karen Zoid, Andriette
Norman, Valiant Swart, Laurika Rauch, Natalie Chapman, Andriette
Norman, Peter Hoven, Chuli Chana, Bok van Blerk, Amanda
Strydom, Zolani Maholo, Kurt Darren, Herman Kleinhans, Francois
van Coke, PJ Powers, and the the list continues.

ESTIAN LE GRANGE (COPA ALUMNI)

Estian is the bassist for multi-award
winning artist, Jo Black.
 MASTERCLASSES
COPA hosts workshops throughout the year where we invite people across
the music industry to host masterclasses with our students. This makes our
masterclasses an integral part of the student experience. Over the last few
years COPA masterclasses/workshop guests have, amongst others,
included:

Alie-Keyz Martin Bester

Amy Tjasink (COPA Alumni) Maya Spector
Bheki Khoza Natasha Meister
BLFR Nathan Smith
Bruce Wallace Oscar Ray
Chad Alexander Our Last Night
Christine Ludwig Pam de Menez (The Arrows)
Dale Schnettler (Prime Circle) Peter Auret
DJ SOX RJ Benjamin
Elvis Blue Scales
Eugene Mthethwa Sebastian Goldswain
Fit for a King Secrets
HABIT TO Surprize Ndizmande
Hendrik & Styles Sydney Joseph
Hunter Kennedy (Heuwels The Joint Pusher
Fantasties) Themba Mkhize
Jeandré Schultz (COPA Alumni) The Pedestrian
Jean-Mitchel Wickli (Shortstraw) Tino Beatboy Damba
Jesse Clegg Warren van Wyk (COPA Alumni)
Jonathan Peyper Wilson Okafor
Kahn Morbee XIVO
Kelly Grevler (COPA Alumni) ZADOK
Lady Zamar Ziyon
Luna Paige
 PARTNERS
EDUCATION PARTNERS
COPA ACADEMY
COPA Academy is a sister company of Campus of Performing Arts that offers part-
time music education and short courses.

CATHSSETA
CATHSSETA accredits certificates in the Further Education and Training band that
COPA offers.

MICT SETA
MICT SETA accredits certificates in the Further Education and Training band that
COPA offers.

COUNCIL ON HIGHER EDUCATION

The Council on Higher Education accredits the Higher Education and Training
programmes that COPA offers.

DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Campus of Performing Arts (PTY) Ltd is registered with the Department of Higher
Education and Training as a private higher education institute under the Higher
Education Act, 1997 until 31 December 2024. Registration Certificate No.
2011/HE07/004.

FUNDING PARTNERS
FUNDI: www.fundi.co.za

LEARNING LOANS: www.learningloans.co.za

STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE
COUNCIL (SRC)

Each campus has a Student Representative Council (SC) where the goal is
to not only give students a voice, but to encourage them to take ownership
of their lives and careers.

The SRC organises regular student gigs on and off campus as well as other
initiatives to improve the student experience. The SRC annually heads up
the COPA Gives Back Project where we get involve in our communities to
help make a difference. The SRC is nominated by their peers and work closely
with the Head of Faculty.

VISITING THE CAMPUS

Feel free to book a campus tour and no-obligation interview at any time during the
year. This visit would typically includes a guided tour around the facilities, a no-
obligation interview where we discuss all the programmes available, tuition fees
and entrance requirements and answer any other questions you may have.

To book a campus tour please contact the campus of your choice or contact us
through our website at www.copasa.co.za.
 WELCOME
COPA's performance school comprises of 5 disciplines: Bass, Drums,
Guitar, Keyboard and Vocals. Students will select one discipline which
will be their specialisation for the duration of their studies. Where the
timetable allows, students will be allowed to study more than one
instrument simultaneously at a Further Education and Training level.

CAPE TOWN
COPA's Cape Town campus is easily accessible from the highways.
Facilities include a resource centre and a live performance venue.

DURBAN
COPA's Durban campus' facilities include: a resource centre, a
rehearsal room, a recording studio and a live performance venue.

GAU: MIDRAND
COPA's GAU: Midrand campus situated in Midrand is the largest of all
campuses. Facilities include a resource centre, rehearsal rooms,
production suites, an Apple Mac equipped technology room, a
recording studio and a live performance venue.

GAU: PRETORIA
COPA's Pretoria campus is situated in Waterkloof Glen. The facilities
include a recording studio and live performance venue.
MUSIC PERFORMANCE
BRIDGING COURSE
The entry course for Music Performance is a one year bridging course.
Entry into this course is subject to passing an audition.

MODULES INCLUDE:

Aural
Communication (if Applicable)
Compose and Arrange Music
Keyboard Skills
Live Performance Workshop
Music Business
Music Culture
Music Theory
Pack Equipment, Material & Tools
Practical Instrument: Bass Guitar | Drums | Guitar | Keyboard | Vocals
Stage Presence

QUALIFICATION: NQF4 Further Education and Training Certificate: Music

(SAQA ID: 65029)

DURATION: One year

FEES: From R 72,900 + R 2,500 Once-off Registration Fee

MUSIC PERFORMANCE
DIPLOMA IN MUSIC
This unique 360-credit qualification is delivered over a three year period.
Entry into this course is subject to passing an audition or successful
completion of the Music Performance Bridging Course.

MODULES INCLUDE:

Year 1
All about the Business
Applied Technical Studies
Academic Writing Skills
Create and Arrange Music
Ear Training
Ethics and Professionalism in the Music Industry in South Africa
Health and Safety
Live Performance Practice 1
Music Industry Overview
Music Theory
Professional Reading
Session Styles

Year 2
Business Ethics
Creative Musicianship
Game Audio Design
Getting Industry Ready
Entrepreneurial Practice
Live Performance Practice 2
Music Industry Practical
Research Methods
Songwriting and Arrangement
MUSIC PERFORMANCE
DIPLOMA IN MUSIC
Year 3
Action Learning Plan
Developing a Business Plan
Live Performance Practice
Music in a Digital World
Music Industry Practical
Professional Performance
Specialised Project

QUALIFICATION: NQF6 Diploma in Music (SAQA ID: 96373)

DURATION: Three years

YEAR 1 FEES FOR 2023: From R 77,900 + R 2,500 Once-off Registration

Fee (if applicable)
 MUSIC PRODUCTION
BRIDGING COURSE
The entry course for Music Production is a one year bridging course. Entry
into this course is subject to passing an audition.

MODULES INCLUDE:
-
Communication (If Applicable)
Compose and Arrange Music
Digital Audio Technique
Disk Jockey (Optional Extra)
Game Audio Fundamentals
Hip Hop / Rap City (Optional Extra)
Keyboard Skills
Live Production
Music Business
Music Culture -
Music Theory
Studio Arrangement and Production
Studio Recording Techniques

QUALIFICATION: NQF4 Further Education and Training Certificate: Music

Industry: Sound Technology (SAQA ID: 67462)

DURATION: One year

FEES: From R 72,900 + R 2,500 Once-off Registration Fee

 MUSIC PRODUCTION
DIPLOMA IN MUSIC
This unique 360-credit qualification is delivered over a three year
period. Entry into this course is subject to passing an audition or
successful completion of the Music Production Bridging Course.

MODULES INCLUDE:

Year 1
Acoustics
All about the Business
Create and Arrange Music
Creative ICT and Sound Design
Ethics and Professionalism in the Music Industry in South Africa
Game Audio Fundamentals 2 (Optional Extra)
Health and Safety
Music Industry Overview
Music Theory
Recording Popular Music

Year 2
Business Ethics
Creative Sound Engineering
Game Audio Design
Getting Industry Ready
Entrepreneurial Practice
Live Recording Session 1
Music Industry Practical
Research Methods
Songwriting and Arrangement
Working with Digital Audio
 MUSIC PRODUCTION
DIPLOMA IN MUSIC
Year 3
Action Learning Plan
Creative Portfolio
Developing a Business Plan
Live Recording Session 2
Mastering
Music in a Digital World
Music Industry Practical
Specialised Project

QUALIFICATION: NQF6 Diploma in Music (SAQA ID: 96373)

DURATION: Three years

YEAR 1 FEES FOR 2023: From R 77,900 + R 2,500 Once-off Registration

Fee (if applicable)
 MUSIC BUSINESS
DIPLOMA IN MUSIC
This unique 360-credit qualification is delivered over a three year
period. Entry into this course is subject to passing a written audition.
The Music Business School is a market leader in delivering trained
graduates into the heart of the Music & Media industries via its Higher
Education Programme.

MODULES INCLUDE:

Year 1
All about the Business
Academic Writing Skills
Business and Artist Management
Ethics and Professionalism in the Music Industry in South Africa
Health and Safety
Music and Digital Distribution
Music Industry Overview
Music Publishing
The Artist as a Brand

Year 2
Business Ethics
Getting Industry Ready
Entrepreneurial Practice
Music Industry Practical
Music Law and Contracts
Music Marketing and Media
Research Methods
 MUSIC BUSINESS
DIPLOMA IN MUSIC
Year 3
Action Learning Plan
Developing a Business Plan
Music in a Digital World
Music Industry Practical
Record Company Structure and Management
Social and Applied Psychology of Music
Specialised Project

QUALIFICATION: NQF6 Diploma in Music (SAQA ID: 96373)

DURATION: Three years

YEAR 1 FEES FOR 2023: From R 77,900 + R 2,500 Once-off Registration

Fee (if applicable)
PART-TIME LESSONS

Bass Guitar Lessons Drum Lessons

Guitar Lessons Keyboard Lessons Vocal Lessons

 SHORT COURSES
Campus of Performing Arts in conjunction with COPA Academy offers a range
of online short courses. These include:

Intro to the Music Business Artist Management 101 The Music Entrepreneur

Intro to Music Law & Contracts Music Distribution The Business of Songwriting

Alternative Rock Guitar Working as a Band Booking Agent & Concert

Fundamentals Promoter

Intro to Songwriting Disc Jockey (DJ) DJ Short Course

Music Technology Branding & Marketing How to Start your own

Record Label
ACCOMMODATION
COPA does not offer any accommodation but we can recommend
the following accommodation in close proximity to the campuses:

CPT
Student & Life
210 Loop Street
Cape Town
021 422 2958
www.studentandlife.co.za

Student Living
3A Howe Street
Observatory, Cape Town
083 232 9448
www.studentliving.capetown

Student @ Home
106 Adderley Street
Cape Town
021 422 1986
www.studentathome.co.za
ACCOMMODATION
COPA does not offer any accommodation but we can recommend
the following accommodation in close proximity to the campuses:

DBN
68 Smiso Nkwanyana Road
Morningside

Digs Connect (various options)

www.digsconnect.com

 ACCOMMODATION
COPA does not offer any accommodation but we can recommend
the following accommodation in close proximity to the campuses:

GAU:
MIDRAND
Gallagher Accommodation
42 Richards Drive
Halfway Gardens
074 343 1875
www.gallagheraccommodation.co.za

Princeton Village
44 Alsatian Road
Glen Austin AH
010 020 0300
www.respublica.co.za/residence/princeton-village

Digs Connect (various options)

www.digsconnect.com
 ACCOMMODATION
COPA does not offer any accommodation but we can recommend
the following accommodation in close proximity to the campuses:

GAU:
PRETORIA
Menlyn Accommodation
145 Loskop Street
Newlands
072 789 4665
www.menlynaccommodation.co.za

Digs Connect (various options)

www.digsconnect.com
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