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Private Music Composition, Theory, Song Writing, & Arranging Lessons: All Levels

Completed by 2 learners
Ages 12-18
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
Work with an industry professional to learn music composition, theory, song-writing, and arranging. Beginning students can learn foundational skills while more experienced students work on advanced concepts or individual projects.
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(96 reviews)

Live video meetings
Meets on demand
45 min

What's included

Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed
45 mins
per session
Teacher support
Homework
1-2 hours per week. Homework will vary depending on student goals. Composition students could be given composition exercises to work on to learn a concept, or they may be given specific areas to work on in their projects. Music theory students may be given practice work for new skills. The amount of work assigned will be determined by specific goals. If the student has a specific project with a deadline, the work load may be more intense than a beginning student who is learning the basics.
Assessment
Assessment will depend on the student goal(s).

Class Experience

Learn music composition and music theory from an industry professional. This private class is customized to the student's needs. 

Areas of expertise:
*Music Composition & Song-writing - I can teach foundational skills all the way through advanced/jazz writing
*Music Arranging - My specialty is arranging for voice (solo and group), but I also write/arrange for instruments
*Music Theory - Composition & Arranging starts with solid music theory skills. I can tutor basic note reading/rhythm skills up to advanced A/P level and jazz theory. I can also teach sight-reading, ear-training, and musical dictation.

Students can come to me for general lessons in composition, arranging & theory; specific tutoring/prep needs; or to work on individual projects. When you book a lesson with me, I will message you to discuss your student's goal(s) for lessons with me.

Depending on the needs of the student, we may work in Noteflight, an external web app for music composition. Noteflight allows students to share their work with me and, optionally, their classmates. For the duration of the class, students will be able to use a special "Noteflight Learn" account through my studio. This is free of charge and I will set up each learner. Students do not need to register for an account themselves. No data is collected or stored in this account beyond their classwork and first name. Noteflight Learn is COPPA and FERPA compliant, meaning, it meets the standards required by public schools to ensure student privacy. If the student is already using a different music composition tool, I should be able to work with that instead. If we opt to use Noteflight for lessons, I will provide training on how to use the application.

Learning Goals

Since lessons are customized to the student, learning outcomes will vary.

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Noteflight: Students may create their work in Noteflight, an external web app for music composition. If we agree to use Noteflight, for the duration of the class, students will be able to use the special "Noteflight Learn" account through my music studio. This is free of charge and I will set up each learner as they register. Students do not need to register for an account themselves. No data is collected or stored in this account beyond their classwork and first name. Noteflight Learn is COPPA and FERPA compliant, meaning, it meets the standards required by public schools to ensure student privacy.
Supply List
The supply list for this class will vary depending on goals. Most composition and arranging students shouldn't need anything - especially if they're using a Noteflight account as described above. Music theory students may need to purchase a workbook. Once I understand your student's needs, I will provide a supply list if necessary.
External Resources
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Meet the teacher

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Teacher expertise and credentials
I have over 20 years of music industry experience as a performer, composer, and arranger. I hold a Masters Certificate from Berklee College of Music where I extensively studied composing and arranging. I've composed and arranged music for myself and several local-to-me music and theater groups that I've sung with and/or directed. 

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