Music Composition Techniques 1: Getting Started
This course introduces the basics of music composition, providing an overview of the tools and techniques used by modern composers. It covers topics such as instrumentation, harmony, rhythm, and form, and provides guidance on how to get started with composition. It is suitable for both beginners and experienced composers alike. ▼
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Free Trial
Provider:
Skillshare
Certificate:
Paid Certification
Language:
English
Start Date:
On-Demand
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Updated in [March 06th, 2023]
When most people think of a composer they imagine someone sitting in a dusty attic with a grand piano big white wig and the year is 1800 That might have been accurate back then but the modern composer is just like you and me In fact I am one
In this course Ill show you the techniques I use for writing music in a variety of styles and situations Ive worked with major American orchestras film studios and video game designers so Ive got more than a little experience Im also a PhD in music composition and a university professor (of music composition)
Recently I was named as a semi-finalist for the Grammy Foundations Music Educator of the Year award because of my in-person university classes Now Im taking those classes to Udemy in an online format in order to reach more students and give them the joy of Music Theory
Im planning on making several "sections" of this class and this is only part 1 As the class grows we will go deeper and deeper into my techniques This class is focused on the beginning: Generating ideas and getting started
In this class we will cover:
My background and listen to some of my music
The difference between music theory and music composition (highly opinionated!)
Tools of the trade: Software
Tools of the trade: Pencils and fine paper
How do you start?
The process
Program music and metaphors
Character sketches
Writing through canon
Form
Binary Ternary and Rondo forms
Starting with a plan
Graphic form representations
Triads and basic rules of harmony
Chord progressions
Inversions
Song analysis
Melody writing
Any much much more!
You will not have another opportunity to learn Music Composition in a more comprehensive way than this Start here
Dr Jason Allen is an Ableton Certified Trainer and a PhD in Music Composition and master of Electronic Sounds His music has been heard internationally in film radio video games and industrial sound as well as the concert hall and theater His 2015 album
Aniscorcia
reaching the CMJ Top200 Charts and radio broadcasts nationwide In 2014 he was named a semi-finalist for the Grammy Music Educator Award
He currently is a professor at Augsburg University and the CEO of Slam Academy in Minneapolis
Praise for classes by Dr Jason Allen:
"Without a doubt the best explanation and east of use that one can get It leaves you enough room to go explore The classes go by quickly so you can be on your way to being proficient What are you waiting for!"
"Amazing - Seriously Loved It! I took all his courses and have to say Im so happy! Learned loads! Jason is an awesome teacher!"
"I have never had any formal training in music at all Trying to learn all the notes and how everything translated was a serious challenge After going through this class Dr J has totally brought down the barriers The content was very useful and was easy to grasp for me"
"I like these courses because you can get up and running quickly without having to spend hours of time wading through TMI (too much information!) Jason hits the high points but shows you what you need to know Thanks!"
"Ive watched many other videos on scales and chords before however this one has been the best I now understand minor scales and chords and even how to analyze songs It really gave me the confidence to start producing music because I feel like I have some structure and guidelines to follow AWESOME!"
"Clear and Informative - Jason has a clear uncluttered style (with the important dashes of humor) of presentation that is focused on the important key aspects of this course Recommended for those starting out!"
"Dr Allen does it again with his music theory series This course really opened up everything I learned from the 1st section and now I understand more about the composition side of things for music I highly highly recommend this course to anyone!!! Really opened my eyes to many things I wasnt aware of"
"The Best Teacher Ever who makes you understand the ins & outs of Music Theory by all means without giving what you dont want to know"
Pros & Cons
Inspiring and relatable stories.
Easily understood music composition methods.
Music composition skills help in visual art composition.
Limited understanding of music theory.
Not available when first engaging with the guitar.
Not suitable for musical geniuses.
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