Music
Exeter has a music scene that is booming! We’re proud to offer you a bunch of opportunities to get stuck into. From performance to practice facilities, you’re bound to find something to support your musical interests.
Got a question? Drop us a message at music@exeterguild.com.
Music membership:
Grab a music membership for just £18 covering the year! This deal gets you access to our music practice facilities, equipment and tech and much more:
- Access to Cornwall House practicing rooms.
- Fancy a late-night practice? You’ll have access to Kay House’s 24-hour rehearsal facilities
- Think you’ve got the next hit single? Record it in our studio! Have a peek at the equipment we have here.
- Need some extra equipment or just want to try out something new? You’ll get free hire of equipment and instruments.
- Tired of lugging your instruments around campus? You’ll get dedicated secure storage with this membership.
- We know how important it is to keep practicing and challenging yourself to refine your skills, that’s why this membership offers training, development and performance opportunities.
- Arrange scores and record podcasts in the Music Creator Suite!
So, what are you waiting for? (T&Cs apply)
Student Bands Night
Monday 14 Sep | 18:30 - 21:00 | Reed Hall
Grab your friends and discover the soundtrack to your Exeter experience. Student Bands Night is your chance to enjoy live music from talented student performers in a relaxed, high-energy setting. Whether you’re into indie, rock, pop or something new, come along, soak up the atmosphere, and maybe even find your next favourite band!
Click here to book your FREE ticket!
Live music in Exeter
Looking for the best places to enjoy live music in Exeter?
Exeter Phoenix - located in Gandy St, and hosting plenty of live events including new bands, DJ sets and tribute acts.
The Cavern - this indie venue has hosted early gigs from artists like Biffy Clyro, Muse, The 1975, Bastille and more.
Great Hall and Lemon Grove - head to these venues on campus for bands, orchestras, comedians and speaker events.
Our music community:
We have over 20 student-led musical groups and societies for you. Perform competitively, try something completely new or showcase your talents with jam sessions and performances.
Don’t worry – not all our societies audition, so you’ll definitely find one that fits what you’re looking for!
If you can’t find a society that fits your passion – make one! We’re here to support all your adventures at university and want to empower you to follow your passions. Click here to find out how to start your own society.
Facilities:
Cornwall House:
Check out our practice rooms at Cornwall House, that have been purpose-built to make your music sessions the best they can be.
It has seven individual practice rooms, exclusive to Music Members that you can book 7:00 – 0.00 seven days a week. Each one has a piano or grand piano, a music stand and a Bluetooth speaker. New for this year, we have the Second Band Room. This is kitted out with all you need for band practice, including a drum kit, bass amp, two guitar amps, and a PA.
Cornwall House also has a secure storage room to keep your instruments safe.
Kay House:
For those who love a late night or early morning practice session, this is the place to be! Kay House has not one but two 24-hour practice rooms for Music Members to book and use at any time.
Amp Room:
Rock out in Kay House's fully kitted out band practice room! Find a drum kit, PA, keyboard, bass and guitar amps, mic stands and a microphone here, perfect for all-out jam sessions.
Acoustic Room:
Fancy some time alone – just you and your instrument? This individual practice room with an upright piano is ideal for individual instrument or vocal practice.
Recording Studio:
Time to crack on and get recording! Our recording studio is open 24-hours a day, has industry standard software and hardware, has two large live rooms and an isolation room for all your needs!
New to all this? Don’t worry – we provide tailored introductory studio training to help you get used to our facilities, whether you’re just starting out or a dab hand at sound engineering, recording and production. Whatever your experience, take advantage of this great opportunity!
To see what equipment we have in the studio click here.