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Learn the fundamental principles and practical techniques for beginning your music composition journey in this comprehensive 90-minute tutorial. Discover essential songwriting concepts, explore different approaches to creating melodies and chord progressions, and gain hands-on experience with composition exercises designed to spark your creativity. Master the basics of musical structure, rhythm patterns, and harmonic relationships while developing your unique compositional voice. Practice with guided writing exercises and learn how to overcome common creative blocks that beginning songwriters face. Understand how to use simple tools and resources to capture and develop your musical ideas, from initial inspiration to finished compositions.
Syllabus
How to start writing music
Taught by
Scott Paul Johnson