Music technology student releases debut track
Poppy Bishop is a music technology student at Coleg Sir Gâr who has released her first ever music track.
The single, called Saviour, is currently available on Bandcamp’s website and is also available on all streaming platforms.
Her EP, will be available later in May.
Poppy’s artist’s name is Serenity, which is her middle name which she says encapsulates her style of music which covers a mix of pop-rock, folk and acoustic.
Her interest in music started during lockdown when she taught herself how to play acoustic guitar, then the song writing and vocals naturally followed as she practiced. Poppy is currently having tuition in drumming and the cornet and is self-taught in bass guitar.
The 17-year-old decided to study music technology as it offered her the skills she needs to build a career in the industry and with an interest in composition and composition for film, it was the right choice for her.
Poppy Bishop said: “In my first year, we learned a wide range of skills but the second year allows you to focus more on what interests you.
“Modules such as organising and managing a live event really help and my aim is to make some contacts in the industry which I’ve been trying to do by promoting my release.
“My EP represents troublesome times and figuring things out but also reaching realisation and serenity, like a lotus, which grows in the dirt but blossoms from its journey of life.”
Poppy can also be seen in Carmarthen town centre where she performs her music to the public.
Her more recent inspiration comes from Noah Kahan and the likes of Olivia Rodrigo and Zach Bryan.
She also says that her tutor Pasha Alpturer has been an integral part of her journey and is well connected within the music industry.
Finishing her college journey this year, Poppy is going to take a gap year to explore working in the music industry and making contacts and has then secured a place at Salford University to study a degree in music and recording.
Poppy is studying a University Arts London level three UAL extended diploma in music performance and technology.
Listen here: https://pserenity.bandcamp.com/track/saviour
