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6 Sessions / 1 hours of work per session
Skill Level
Beginner
Topics
Music, Music Fundamentals, Music Composition

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Laying the Foundation: Music Precomposition

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Scheduled
6 Sessions / 1 hours of work per session
Skill Level
Beginner
Topics
Music, Music Fundamentals, Music Composition

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Course Description

Unveil the power of Precomposition - a technique that has transformed countless music-making processes, including my own.


Precomposition is the secret weapon professional composers use to craft compelling, cohesive music efficiently. Whether you're writing a string quartet, an electronic dance track, or anything in between, these techniques will elevate your work to new heights.


This course focuses on practical, applicable knowledge - not rigid rules or complex theory. You'll see real-world examples from my own work, including an in-depth look at my Piano Sonata and how precomposition shaped its development.


Precomposition techniques are valuable across all genres. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, you'll discover new ways to streamline your creative process and enhance the quality of your music.

By the end of the course, you'll have a robust toolkit for starting any musical project. You'll be able to approach your compositions with a clear vision, saving time and reducing frustration. Most importantly, you'll be equipped to create music that's more cohesive, meaningful, and impactful.

Don't let writer's block or aimless composing hold you back. Join me, and let's unlock your full creative potential through the power of precomposition. I'm excited to share these insider techniques and see how they transform your music-making journey.

Structure musical ideas effectively


Develop more meaningful compositions

Streamline the writing process
Over my years of composing and teaching, I've found that having a solid pre-writing process can make a significant difference in the quality and efficiency of music creation.

In under two hours, you'll learn:
  • How to define your musical purpose and target audience
  • Techniques for finding and developing inspiration
  • Methods to outline a piece's structure and key moments
  • Strategies for overcoming creative blocks
  • Ways to infuse deeper meaning into your music
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Session 1: Introduction
3 lessons
1. Introduction (Premium Exclusive)
2. Who Am I? (Premium Exclusive)
3. What is "Precomposition"? (Premium Exclusive)
Session 2: Conceptualization
In this section we will talk about the conceptualization phase.
3 lessons
1. Defining the Purpose and Context of the Piece (Premium Exclusive)
2. Identifying the Target Audience (Premium Exclusive)
3. Genre and Money (Premium Exclusive)
Session 3: Technical Considerations
Next, let's focus on the nuts and bolts.
5 lessons
1. Instrumentation (Premium Exclusive)
2. Duration (Premium Exclusive)
3. Software (Premium Exclusive)
4. Collaboration (Premium Exclusive)
5. Film and Attached Media (Premium Exclusive)
Session 4: Inspiration and Research
Let's get a little meta and talk about finding true love.
5 lessons
1. Lyrics (Premium Exclusive)
2. Guide Tracks (Premium Exclusive)
3. Inspirational Media (Premium Exclusive)
4. Sketching (Premium Exclusive)
5. Graphic Sketches & Scribbles (Premium Exclusive)
Session 5: Programmatic Ideas
Stop me if you've heard this one before: the program of the piece is the story behind it.
4 lessons
1. What is "ProgramMusic"? (Premium Exclusive)
2. Sources of Programs (Premium Exclusive)
3. Ideas (Premium Exclusive)
4. "Dark Days" (Premium Exclusive)
Session 6: Musical Ideas
After all of that, let's put pen to paper and start writing some notes.
8 lessons
1. Overview (Premium Exclusive)
2. Form (Premium Exclusive)
3. Harmonic Rules (Premium Exclusive)
4. Themes and Motives (Premium Exclusive)
5. Harmonic Outline (Premium Exclusive)
6. The Big Moment (Premium Exclusive)
7. Ok, Now Let's Start Writing The Music (Premium Exclusive)
8. What Comes Next? (Premium Exclusive)
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