"Taking up the Diploma in Songwriting and Production with SOMA proved to be one of my best investments. Apart from making new friends, I also discovered my hidden potential in both writing and performing music through the concise, yet in-depth, coursework. There were also plenty of opportunities for hands-on, practical application of concepts learnt in class.

Most memorable of all, was our final project where we had to compose, perform and produce our very own songs to create a mini-album of sorts, something which I'm very proud of. That was one of the most fulfilling experiences of my life. "  

Jacqueline Lim, Diploma in Songwriting and Production, graduating class of 2006

"Another of my songs made it to the finals of the 10th XQRJ National Chinese Songwriting Competition this year. And much credit goes to the advice I got from your introductory 'Songwriting and Production Analysis' course. After the course, I tried to apply these concepts in the songs I write. Since then, my songs have made it to the finals of two songwriting competitions - TalentQuest X (Mar 2007) and 10th XQRJ National Chinese Songwriting Competition (Feb 2008).

If a simple introductory course from SOMA can help a newbie get into the finals of songwriting contests, imagine what a SOMA Diploma programme could do!"

Jeffrey Kong, Songwriting and Production Analysis, graduating class of 2006

"SOMA has played a significant role in helping me discover my passion for music. I like the fact that there are always qualified instructors who conduct classes in a fun and engaging manner. I believe that this is important in helping students look forward to lessons and become motivated to practice consistently."  

Koh Mui Ngee, Strum & Sing Guitar Performance Lab, graduating class of 2007, and current Vocal Performance Lab student

"I have been with SOMA for the last two years and it is one of my best investments. I have never grown tired of my lessons. I have learnt a lot and continue to learn many techniques from my instructor, Keith, who has been very patient and forthcoming in sharing his skills and knowledge with me. His tailoring his teaching to my needs and his accommodating and understanding posture has motivated me to practice harder.

Being a family man and a working adult with heavy commitments, SOMA's unique methodology and pace will propel you far beyond your current standards. I have no hesitation in recommending SOMA to anyone who desires to learn and improve his musical skills."

John Tan, Songwriting and Production Analysis, graduating class of 2007, and current Pop Keyboard Performance Lab student

"Joining SOMA for the Diploma in Music Production & Engineering course has been a great decision for me. As a guitarist, I have always been fascinated with the recording and audio engineering aspects of music production.

This course has offered me more than I had expected initially; we get to use and experiment with industry-standard recording equipment, and are given an opportunity to engineer "live labs" at live venues with real musicians on stage.

The instructors are also very helpful and offer lots of real-world experience and advice, and I believe this will help prepare me for a career in the music industry as an audio engineer and music producer."

Edmund Wee, Diploma in Music Production and Engineering, graduating class of 2008