As a songwriter, academic and tutor, Lucy has ploughed a uniquely creative furrow through the music industry. 

A queer and care experienced person (CEP), artist and creative practitioner, her work often aims to champion underrepresented communities and talent. 

Lucy has recently graduated from ICMP’s Masters in Songwriting and used her final project to explore her love for musical theatre songwriting, focusing on it as a transformative device for excavating, inquiring upon and reclaiming personal narratives. 

Commenting on her time as an ICMP student, Lucy said:

I love writing music for theatre, and I have always recognised its value culturally, socially and politically, but I didn’t perceive my own creative agendas to hold that level of importance until taking the time to carve them out and sit with them at ICMP."

"Not only this, but being accountable to myself for the duration of my studies increased my confidence and sense of self immeasurably - I would do it all again in a heartbeat!"

Some recent projects include the live Virtual Reality play 'Odyssey', which was co-created by the Plus One young people, and was awarded the Best Digital Production of The Year at The Stage Awards 2023.

She also composed the score for 'The Fossil Kids' at Crucible Theatre earlier in 2023, and a new touring play called 'Bonfire' by Simon Marshall.

Read our full interview with Lucy. 

Write songs that last for generations

A great song can become truly timeless, remembered for generations as part of the world’s cultural legacy. Whether you want to craft a killer melody or pen poetic lyrics, our tutors will teach you everything you want to know, including all the production, performance, professional and entrepreneurial skills needed to ensure that your unique creations get the recognition they deserve. You’ll also benefit from A&R-style critique sessions, collaborative opportunities, access to fully equipped live rooms, recording studios and tech suites, and a community of inspiring contacts and friends.

To catapult your songwriting and music career to a whole new level, email our friendly Admissions Team at enquiries@icmp.ac.uk or give them a call on 020 7328 0222.

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