Composition Course | Lisbon
Music Composition
It's all very well knowing how to make a synth sound great, but most musicians would argue that the notes you send to it are much more important. It's not a competition, but you should really have a good idea of both if you wish to take giant leaps in the direction of producing the music you love in-person in New York or Live Online.
Lisbon's course runs in small groups at our studio, taught by working producers, with live-online attendance for students elsewhere in Portugal, using our specialist music collaboration software, Muse. The city's fast-growing electronic scene makes it a good place to learn this. Discover qualities that distinguish us, here.
Music Theory Insights
- →Embark on a journey to understand the language of music. Explore the foundations that shape melodies, harmonies, and rhythms, turning theory into a tool for creative expression.
Arranging Mastery
- →Discover the subtle art of arranging. Learn how to assemble musical elements, creating arrangements that flow seamlessly and enhance the emotional impact of your compositions.
Chords Explored
- →Dive into the world of chords, where major and minor variations add depth and emotion to your music. Explore the nuances that different chords bring to your compositions.
Crafting Leads
- →Hone your skills in crafting memorable melodies. Understand the balance between simplicity and complexity, creating leads that leave a lasting impression without overwhelming the listener.
Keys Demystified
- →Take a closer look at musical keys and their impact on the mood of your compositions. Learn how to choose the right key to convey the desired emotion in your music.
Structure Essentials
- →Grasp the fundamental principles of song structure. Explore the common building blocks of verses, choruses, and bridges, and understand how they contribute to a cohesive musical narrative.
What our students say.
“I came into the program with no idea how to work Logic, and after the intensive week, I worked out programming beats, using loops and samples…I feel like I can take my music to the next level now. Thanks :)”
Christy Thompson
Instructors
Questions we hear a lot.
Yes - it's specifically aimed at musicians who are strong on sound but want the notes and structure underneath it to be just as strong.
Yes - Music Composition Private Instruction connects you with a specialist.
Yes - in-person or Live Online.
The building blocks of verses, choruses and bridges, and how they combine into a cohesive musical narrative.
18 hours, or 11 hours as 1-on-1 instruction.
€599 + €100 Registration if booked 14 days before start or €699 + €200 Registration
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