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An Introduction to Music Composition and Using Software in to Compose.
In this course we will look at music composition, learning the basics of orchestration and using digital software to compose music, such as Sibelius and Dorico.
We will also cover a brief history of composition, look at the composers of the past and present and look at how they can influence us in composition today.
Part of the course will give you an opportunity to write your own music and get feedback on it.
If you’re interested in the technical side, I can teach you about Logic and how to move from the score to programming using virtual instruments within Logic.
I like to tailor the course to the Student so please say what parts you are interested in.
We will also cover a brief history of composition, look at the composers of the past and present and look at how they can influence us in composition today.
Part of the course will give you an opportunity to write your own music and get feedback on it.
If you’re interested in the technical side, I can teach you about Logic and how to move from the score to programming using virtual instruments within Logic.
I like to tailor the course to the Student so please say what parts you are interested in.
Extra information
Require a laptop with Sibelius or Dorico to compose.Location
Online via webcam
General info
Age: | Children (7-12 years old) Teenagers (13-17 years old) Adults (18-64 years old) Seniors (65+ years old) |
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Student level: | Beginner Intermediate |
Duration: | 30 minutes 60 minutes |
The class is taught in: | English |
About Me
As a tutor, I want to bring the best out of the student I’m teaching, inspire them to learn more and be confident in the subject they’re learning about.I am a very patient person who will always give time to the student and try and explain things in a different way if they’re not quite understanding a point I’m trying to explain.
When giving feedback on work, I always try and find the positives rather than always focusing on where the student needs to improve.
I will always be constructive with criticism to help them grow and succeed but also positive, making it a leaning point not a negative, and suggest ways of doing it slightly differently helping them to improve their skills.
Education
I have an Undergraduate Degree in Classical Composition and Music Production gaining a 2:1 with honours from Leeds Conservatoire.I studied between 2016 and 2019
Experience / Qualifications
Experience with a wide variety of music and composition based software, such as:Logic
Protools
Cubase
Dorico
Sibelius
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