Oct 11-nov 29: 'words Up' - Music Writing For People Who Mean Business October 11, 2010

This innovative music journalism course aims to engage a breed of writer who has the drive and talent to steer a new anti-churnalism campaign - with our help. With the birth of the web - and free newspapers - the quality of writing (in general) has become increasingly lazy. The cut 'n' pasting of press releases and the technique of emailing interview questions are common-place. But not for much longer... - this course aims to bring back excellent writing and journalism skills, with an unapologetic back-to-basics philosophy.

Taking place on Monday evenings (18:00-21:00 hrs) and spanning 8-weeks, 'Words Up' will be tutored by Lulu Le Vay, journalist, marketing consultant and all round creative hustler (Sleazenation, The Face, i-D, Jockey Slut, Xray, the Guardian Guide, The Independent on Sunday, The Evening Standard and the Observer), and aims to bring back into the media and music industries a wave of new talent whom will not only boast a polished and enviable tool box of skills - but also a 360 view of music journalism within an industry context.

Modules will cover interviews and interview skills; reviewing recorded music and live performance; the power of the word; the pr relationship; beyond music writing; publications and platforms and more and will also offer an impressive selection of industry guest speakers alongside media partners whom will publish the best writers at the end of the course.

Interested? Applicants are requested to submit a 250-word review (release or gig) OR a similar length paragraph explaining why they wish to take part in the course and what they hope to get out of it.

Dates & Times: Mon nights - Oct 11, 18, 25 & Nov 01, 08, 15, 22 & 29. All sessions will run from 18.00 - 21.00 hrs

Venue: University of Westminster, Regent Street, London| Submit your piece here: mailto: editor@musictank.co.uk (please put 'Words Up' in the subject title)

Cost: £449 MusicTank members | £479 Industry trade bodies | £499 Standard (course is VAT-exempt), PLUS the following Special Offers...

* EARLY BIRD SPECIAL OFFER - Book by Fri Sept 03 for £469, saving £30 off the full price of £499. Use promo code WordsUp10 when booking and ONLY select the full price option:

* BUY 1 AND GET 1@ 20% OFF! - Book by Fri Sept 10 to take advantage of this offer. Book with a mate and split the difference for a greater saving! This offer is based on the full price of £499 only. To take advantage of this offer, email mailto:info@musictank.co.uk

More... http://www.musictank.co.uk/events/words-up