11-26-2024, 02:24 PM
Master Music Composition: From Basics To Pro Level
Published 10/2024
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Language: English | Size: 5.54 GB | Duration: 5h 46m
Master Music Composition: Rhythm, Chords, Melodies, Progressions, Advanced Theory with Real-World Examples
What you'll learn
Master basic rhythms, beats, time signatures, and drum patterns. Practice keeping time and apply skills with hands-on projects across different genres.
Explore keyboard basics, key identification, and scales. Learn to create chords and intervals, use arpeggiators, and apply these skills with practical tests.
Learn to craft effective chord progressions and use tools like Chord Trigger. Understand chord inversion, rhythm, syncopation, and create compelling basslines.
Learn to craft riffs and melodies, use improvisation and comping, and develop tracks by editing loops and incorporating found sounds for unique results.
Explore modal mixture, slash chords, and extended chords. Learn key modulation, recognize chords, and write melodies using various scales and modes.
Requirements
No Prior Music Knowledge Needed: We start from scratch, so you don't need any previous music theory experience. However, any existing knowledge can be helpful.
Music Production Software: While many projects for Logic Pro are available for hands-on exercises, the skills you learn apply to any DAW (Digital Audio Workstation), including Ableton Live, FL Studio, and all the others.
Keyboard or MIDI Controller: Not required, but having one will be helpful for practicing scales, chords, and melodies.
Audio Playback Equipment: Headphones or speakers for listening to and evaluating your music productions.
Basic English Skills: Understanding English is necessary as the course materials and instructions are in English.
Willingness to Learn: An open mind and readiness to explore music theory and production techniques.
Description
Are you ready to transform your musical ideas into captivating compositions? Master Music Composition: From Basics to Pro Level is your gateway to a world of creativity and musical mastery. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this course will take you from the basics to advanced techniques, equipping you with everything you need to craft unforgettable music.What You'll Discover:Rhythm: Build a solid foundation with essential rhythm techniques.Keys & Chords: Explore the magic of different keys and chords to enrich your compositions.Arpeggios & Progressions: Learn to create dynamic arpeggios and compelling chord progressions.Bass Lines & Riffs: Develop powerful bass lines and memorable riffs that drive your music.Melodies: Master the art of crafting captivating melodies that stick with your listeners.Advanced Theory: Delve into exciting topics like slash chords, dominants, suspensions, and extensions to add depth and complexity to your music.Why Choose Us?Interactive Lessons: Engage with easy-to-follow lessons that keep you motivated.Downloadable Resources: Access a wealth of downloadable materials to support your learning journey.Practical Tests: Challenge yourself with tests that reinforce your understanding.Real-World Examples: See how industry professionals use these techniques in their music.Final Assignment: Apply what you've learned in a comprehensive final project to showcase your skills.Don't just learn music composition-experience it. Join us today and start creating music that resonates and inspires. Your journey to becoming a skilled composer starts here!
Overview
Section 1: Rhythm and Beats
Lecture 1 Learning Outcomes & Resources
Lecture 2 Chapter 1 Introduction
Lecture 3 Chapter 1 Introduction: Video
Lecture 4 Approaches to Music Composition
Lecture 5 Terminology
Lecture 6 Basic Rhythm Concept
Lecture 7 Basic Rhythm Concept: Video
Lecture 8 What is Tempo?
Lecture 9 What is Tempo?: Video
Lecture 10 Time Signatures
Lecture 11 Time Signatures: Video
Lecture 12 Staying in Time
Lecture 13 Staying in Time: Video
Lecture 14 Identifying Meter & Feel
Lecture 15 Identifying Meter & Feel: Video
Lecture 16 Real World Examples
Lecture 17 What is the difference between 3/4 and 6/8?
Lecture 18 What is the difference between 3/4 and 6/8?: Video
Lecture 19 Musical Food Counting!
Lecture 20 The Drums
Lecture 21 The Drums: Video
Lecture 22 Bass Drum (Kick), Snare, and Hi-Hats
Lecture 23 Bass Drum (Kick), Snare, and Hi-Hats: Video
Lecture 24 Toms and Cymbals
Lecture 25 Toms and Cymbals: Video
Lecture 26 History: Drum Machines
Lecture 27 History: Drum Machines: Video
Lecture 28 Drums In Different Genres: House Music & Hip-Hop (Rap)
Lecture 29 Drums In Different Genres: House Music & Hip-Hop (Rap): Video
Lecture 30 Rhythm Breakdown - Hip-Hop - Electric Relaxation by Tribe Called Quest
Lecture 31 Drums In Different Genres: Hip-Hop (Trap, Grime & Drill), RnB/Urban & Syncopated
Lecture 32 Drums In Different Genres: Hip-Hop (Trap Grime & Drill), RnB & Syncopated: Video
Lecture 33 Rhythm Break Down: Drill - Original Track
Lecture 34 Drums In Different Genres: Drum & Bass, Dubstep, and Modern Rock
Lecture 35 Drums In Different Genres: Drum & Bass, Dubstep and Modern Rock: Video
Lecture 36 Rhythm Break Down: Drum & Bass - Brown Paper Bag by Roni Size
Lecture 37 Practical Work
Section 2: Keys, Chords & Arpeggios
Lecture 38 Learning Outcomes & Resources
Lecture 39 Chapter 2 Introduction
Lecture 40 Chapter 2 Introduction: Video
Lecture 41 The Keyboard
Lecture 42 The Keyboard: Video
Lecture 43 The History of Keyboard
Lecture 44 Key & Tonic
Lecture 45 Key & Tonic: Video
Lecture 46 Finding the Key & Tonic
Lecture 47 Finding the Key & Tonic: Video
Lecture 48 Scales
Lecture 49 Scales: Video
Lecture 50 Playing Scales Over Tracks
Lecture 51 Playing Scales Over Tracks: Video
Lecture 52 Tools for Key Identification
Lecture 53 Intervals & Chord Creation
Lecture 54 Intervals & Chord Creation: Video
Lecture 55 What is a Triad?
Lecture 56 What is a Triad?: Video
Lecture 57 Different Chord Voicing
Lecture 58 Different Chord Voicing: Video
Lecture 59 Working Out Chords
Lecture 60 Arpeggiators
Lecture 61 Arpeggiators: Video
Lecture 62 Equal & Unequal Temperament
Lecture 63 Recap
Section 3: Chord Progressions, Bass Lines, & Rhythm
Lecture 64 Learning Outcomes & Resources
Lecture 65 Chapter 3 Introduction
Lecture 66 Chapter 3 Introduction: Video
Lecture 67 Chord Progressions & Roman Numerals
Lecture 68 Chord Progressions & Roman Numerals: Video
Lecture 69 The Circle of Fifths
Lecture 70 Chord Sequences: How Much Do They Matter?
Lecture 71 Chord Sequences: How Much Do They Matter?: Video
Lecture 72 Questions to Think About: Chord Inversion
Lecture 73 Beyond Triads - 7ths & 9ths
Lecture 74 Beyond Triads - 7ths & 9ths: Video
Lecture 75 Rhythm & Syncopation
Lecture 76 Rhythm & Syncopation: Video
Lecture 77 Presenting: The Bass
Lecture 78 Presenting: The Bass: Video
Lecture 79 What Can Be Used For A Bassline
Lecture 80 What Can Be Used For A Bassline: Video
Lecture 81 Why Are Basslines So Important?
Lecture 82 Basslines Notes: Root Note & Slash Chords
Lecture 83 Basslines Notes: Root Note & Slash Chords: Video
Lecture 84 Basslines Notes: Passing Notes, Bassline Riffs, & Main Hook
Lecture 85 Basslines Notes: Passing Notes, Bassline Riffs, & Main Hook: Video
Lecture 86 Recap
Lecture 87 Exercise / Homework
Section 4: Riffs, Melodies & Approaches To Writing
Lecture 88 Learning Outcomes & Resources
Lecture 89 Chapter 4 Introduction
Lecture 90 Chapter 4 Introduction: Video
Lecture 91 What's the Difference Between Melody & Riff
Lecture 92 What's the Difference Between Melody & Riff: Video
Lecture 93 How: Imitate, Assimilate, Innovate! and Improvising Riffs & Melodies Over Chords
Lecture 94 Imitate, Assimilate, Innovate and Improvising Riffs & Melodies Over Chord: Video
Lecture 95 How: Comping and Soloing
Lecture 96 How: Comping and Soloing: Video
Lecture 97 Playing Chords Rhythmically
Lecture 98 Playing Chords Rhythmically: Video
Lecture 99 Creating Melody From Percussions
Lecture 100 Creating Melody From Percussions: Video
Lecture 101 More Melody Tips
Lecture 102 More Melody Tips: Video
Lecture 103 Setting Limits
Lecture 104 Setting Limits: Video
Lecture 105 Starting a Track: Sample
Lecture 106 Starting a Track: Sample: Video
Lecture 107 Developing The Loop & Playing Over The Top
Lecture 108 Developing The Loop & Playing Over The Top: Video
Lecture 109 Loop Manipulation
Lecture 110 Loop Manipulation: Video
Lecture 111 Task: Creating and Transforming a Seamless Loop with Creative Techniques
Lecture 112 Found Sounds
Lecture 113 Extracting Chords From Songs
Lecture 114 Extracting Chords From Songs: Video
Lecture 115 Recap & Questions For All
Lecture 116 Exercise / Homework
Section 5: Developing Musical Theory
Lecture 117 Learning Outcomes & Resources
Lecture 118 Chapter 5 Introduction
Lecture 119 Chapter 5 Introduction: Video
Lecture 120 Mixing Major & Minor Key Signatures (Modal Mixture)
Lecture 121 Mixing Major & Minor Key Signatures (Modal Mixture): Video
Lecture 122 More Modal Mixture?
Lecture 123 Slash Chords
Lecture 124 Slash Chords: Video
Lecture 125 The Use Of Slash Chords
Lecture 126 The Use Of Slash Chords: Video
Lecture 127 Slash Chords: Song Examples
Lecture 128 Dominant 7ths
Lecture 129 Dominant 7ths: Video
Lecture 130 Extended Chords
Lecture 131 Extended Chords: Video
Lecture 132 Suspended Chords
Lecture 133 Suspended Chords: Video
Lecture 134 Recap
Lecture 135 Intervals
Lecture 136 Intervals: Video
Lecture 137 Writing Melodies: Intervals
Lecture 138 Writing Melodies: Intervals: Video
Lecture 139 Changing Keys: Modulation
Lecture 140 Changing Keys: Modulation: Video
Lecture 141 Modulate To Any Key
Lecture 142 Modulate To Any Key: Video
Lecture 143 Keep Your Head Up
Lecture 144 Alternative Minor Scales
Lecture 145 Alternative Minor Scales: Video
Lecture 146 Harmonic Minor
Lecture 147 Harmonic Minor: Video
Lecture 148 Melodic Minor
Lecture 149 Melodic Minor: Video
Lecture 150 Modes
Lecture 151 Modes: Video
Lecture 152 Modes: Real World Examples
Lecture 153 Modes: Brightness
Lecture 154 Modes: Brightness: Video
Lecture 155 Pentatonic & Blue Scales Introduction
Lecture 156 Pentatonic & Blue Scales Introduction: Video
Lecture 157 Major Pentatonic Scale
Lecture 158 Major Pentatonic Scale: Video
Lecture 159 Minor Pentatonic Scale
Lecture 160 Minor Pentatonic Scale: Video
Lecture 161 Minor Pentatonic Blues Scale
Lecture 162 Minor Pentatonic Blues Scale: Video
Lecture 163 Minor Pentatonic Blue Scales Song Examples
Lecture 164 Minor Pentatonic Blue Scales Song Examples: Video
Lecture 165 The Black Keys on the Piano
Lecture 166 The Black Keys on the Piano: Video
Lecture 167 More Modes and Scales
Lecture 168 More Modes and Scales: Video
Lecture 169 A Touch of Complexity: Chromatic and Double-Chromatic Mediants
Lecture 170 Keep Composing and Keep Learning!
Music Producers: Ideal for those looking to build a strong foundation in music theory to enhance their production skills.,Songwriters: Perfect for songwriters who want to understand chord progressions, melodies, and rhythms to improve their songwriting process.,Beginners in Music Theory: Great for those with no prior music theory knowledge, as the course starts from the basics.,Producers Using Any DAW: Useful for learners using various DAWs, including Logic Pro, Ableton Live, and FL Studio. Note that all downloadable projects are currently available in Logic Pro, with future plans for Ableton and FL Studio.,Music Enthusiasts: Anyone passionate about creating and understanding music, from the ground up.,Looking for Practical Skills: Learn real-world techniques and work on projects that help you apply what you've learned directly to music production.