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Composition or Songwriting Lessons - Learn how to create music yourself.

Do you want to learn how to compose your own music? Do you want to be able to express yourself and put your own thoughts in musical form? In this Classical Composition or Songwriting class, that's exactly what we'll be focusing on! You can choose to focus on composing classical music, using scores, or creating your own songs, either for you or other people to sing. You will learn music theory, learn how to use music software like reaper, ableton, sibelius or musescore, and you'll work alongside me to discover your own voice in music making.

My name is Bernardo and I am a composer from Portugal who specializes and studies contemporary classical music. I also create my own songs in a singer-songwriter style and I have made music for film and videogame.
I am currently doing a master's in Composition at the Royal Conservatoire of Antwerp where I study with Wim Henderickx. I have studied in the past with composers such as Luís Tinoco, Carlos Caires and Eurico Carrapatoso.
My works have been played in several European concert halls and I have in my portfolio works for solo instruments, chamber ensembles, orchestra and choir.

I am also currently doing a bachelor's in singing at the Royal Conservatoire of Antwerp, so if you are a singer-songwriter, we can also work on your own voice.

Location

Online via webcam
At student's location: Around Antwerp, Belgium

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General info

Age:
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration:
60 minutes
The class is taught in:English, Portuguese, Spanish

About Me

My name is Bernardo I come from Lisbon, Portugal. I am currently a master's student of composition in the Royal Conservatoire of Antwerp. I started learning music and to play the piano when I was 5 years old and since then I am in love with what I do.
I want to share my enthusiasm with my students and help them achieve their goals of learning and becoming better musicians. As a teacher, I believe it is important to listen to your students and find an approach that works well with their characteristics.

Education

Bachelor's in Composition st thé Lisbon Higher School of Music concluded in 2019.

Master's in Composition at the Royal Conservatoire of Antwerp.

Currently doing a Bachelor's in Singing at the Royal Conservatoire of Antwerp.

Experience / Qualifications

3 years of experience teaching piano, composition, and music theory.

22 years of experience playing the piano and 13 years of experience composing.

Reviews (1)

Bernardo is an insanely skilled musician. He's knowledgeable about different genres. I recommend taking lessons with him if you're looking to improve your composition and song writing skills. He could could give you feedback on the pieces you've written, and also help you improve your music theory knowledge.

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