The foundations every producer needs before specialising - the ground the Academy and the producer programmes build on.

Can I take it online?

Yes. The Music Foundations course runs in person at Garnish Lisbon and live online in the same sessions, using our music collaboration software, Muse - you join whichever suits you.

How long is it, and what does it cost?

The Music Foundations course runs in small groups in Lisbon. Ask admissions at Garnish Lisbon for the current dates and tuition.

Music Foundations - Garnish Music Production School

Music Foundations

→Intro to Written Music Understanding and creating chord charts Chord progressions Time & key signatures Dynamics - score examples - Beethoven's 5th score example Song structure and form
→Musical Notes & Chords in Relative Context Pedal tones and leading tones Modulations & key changes Melody, bassline & harmony
→Translating Ideas in Practice Articulations Musical phrasing on instruments and vocals Dynamics & the importance of silence Riffs and riffing How to write a hook
→Presentation and Critique of Student Projects The importance of electronic tools for composition Lead lines, pads and rhythmic section Transposition in practice and theory When & how to break the rules
→Rhythm Rhythm & your body Note lengths and starting position Bars, beats, syncopation & polyrhythms Rhythmic precision - swing vs. straight vs. swag
→Keys and Chords All about keys – happy and sad chords How to find the key of a song – the root note Scales and arpeggios in practice Musical frequency spectrum

If you have any questions, feel free to send us a message or call (424) 653 6481. To go ahead and book, you can use the 'BOOK NOW' buttons, and we’ll look forward to seeing you soon!

2017 | $999

Sundays | 11 - 6

February 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26

Summer School | 11 - 6

August 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26

Sundays | 11 - 6

October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5

2018: Same schedule

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