This is my diagram of initial ideas. Above each option I have added a pro and a con for said option. I felt like this would easen the decision I have to make. I really want to be sure that I have picked the right option before I start my work, having to start over or change my plans further into the project would add lots of pressure that is not needed. If I can take my time to pick the best option for me now, then I can start my final project with a clear mind and a clear plan.
I toyed with the idea of doing a single. This is what I did for my project last year. The track did really well and got signed to a label. It also got put forward for the UAL awarding body showcase. I was pleased with the success of the track. However, I don’t feel that one track is enough to showcase my range. While it would be easy for me to present a well polished single, I feel like more is expected of me. Hence why I have ruled this idea out.
Event production. Event production is something that I am extremely familiar with. I have my own club nights that go under the name of BULC Events. I’m sure i will speak about this later in the project. The only problem with this plan, is that BULC is run by two people, myself, and the co-owner Louie Chopping. We take our events really seriously, and try to have them planned, and produced to the best of our ability. With this comes money we have to invest ourselves. Having just put on an event on the 24th of February 2024, I don’t believe that it is viable for us to put on another one so soon. While it was a good idea, this is why I have decided to rule it out.
Another one of my ideas is an album. The idea has opposing views to that for the single. An album would give me more than enough opportunity to show my range of talents. However, it would take a lot of my time up. I’m not sure if I would be able to balance the practical work and the written work, and they are both as important as each other. While it is a good idea, its not viable for me at this time.
Collaboration is something I am very familiar with. While I do enjoy the process of collaborating with people on projects, I also know how stressful it can be. This final project is on a tight time window, and I can’t spend it being at the mercy of other people. On this occasion I would like to work by myself. This way I can set myself deadlines, and if I miss it, its my fault. No one else to blame.
Playing live. Playing live is something that I really enjoy. I love showcasing my own music, and incorporating them with other classic tunes during my sets. However, I am still too young to get good bookings. I am well on the way to playing at some respected and prolific events. I have built up a good network of people over the years who have said they would love to have me play for them. However, being 17, I can not perform at most of these clubs until I am 18. My time will come, but unfortunately, it is a waiting game at this moment in time.
My last option is to produce an EP. This is the best option in my opinion. It is something at can be done with relatively low stress, and would showcase my abilities to produce. I would be able to find a sweet balance between practical work and written work. This could leave me with a good grade. This is looking like the best option for me.
I will pick one of these options and then get started on working on my final project. Any one of these options would leave me with a great project. However, some are more far fetched than the others. I’m sure, whatever option i pick it will be great.