Composition Lessons (for beginners and intermediates)

Àpd 64 € /h

Hi!
I’m Virág, a composer and teacher based in Den Haag and Budapest.

IF YOU:
~have ideas for pieces but lack the tools to notate them
~are considering studying composition at a conservatory and need some preparation
~have always wanted to learn the basics of music theory and counterpoint, but found it too challenging
~just want to have fun and write music

Then you’re in the right place!

FOR BEGINNERS:
~Getting acquainted with basic music theory and history
~Learning about different instruments and how to write for them.
~Receiving feedback on your own work
~Listening to and analyzing pieces from various periods of music history together
~Developing increasingly complex compositions

FOR INTERMEDIATES:
~Exploring various compositional techniques from early music to contemporary styles
~Studying instrumentation, music history, counterpoint, jazz, and classical theory (as preferred)
~Analyzing pieces from all periods of music history, focusing on form, instrumentation, and social contexts
~Assisting in creating original pieces and providing feedback on existing compositions

Lieu

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Cours au domicile de l'élève :

Autour de Voorburg, Pays-Bas

Cours chez le professeur :

Usselincxstraat, The Hague, Netherlands

En ligne depuis Pays-Bas

Présentation

Hi, I’m Virág, a composer based in The Hague and Budapest.

With a diploma in composition from the Royal Conservatory of The Hague and experience at the Institute of Sonology, I specialize in contemporary music.

I am a music theory teacher at the University of Pécs Music and Multimedia Department.

My teaching focuses on helping students find their own voice in composition, exploring various styles and techniques.

During my studies, I gained a solid foundation in classical theory and compositional techniques.

As a performing artist, I play piano, flute, and sing, having performed concerts in genres ranging from free improvised music to experimental performance art, pop, rock, classical, and early music.

As a composer, I have extensive experience working with musicians, organizing rehearsals, and collaborating with artists from various disciplines. Many of my compositions are performed regularly across different countries.

Education

Royal Conservatory of The Hague - Bachelor diploma in Composition (2021-2024)
Franz Liszt Academy of Music Budapest (2020-2021)
Sonology: One-year course (2022-2023)

Expérience / Qualifications

Teaching Experience:

~Music theory teacher at the University of Pécs Music and Multimedia Department
~Yearly workshops in Transylvania, focusing on music composition and creative expression
~Private lessons in composition and music theory

Composition Experience:

~Extensive experience working with musicians to bring compositions to life, and organizing rehearsals
~Experience collaborating with artists from various fields, enhancing interdisciplinary approaches in composition and performance
~Many compositions, performed in different countries

Performance Experience:
~Experienced performing artist with concerts in diverse genres, including free improvised music, experimental performance art, pop, rock, classical, and early music

Age

Enfants (4-6 ans)

Enfants (7-12 ans)

Adolescents (13-17 ans)

Adultes (18-64 ans)

Seniors (65+ ans)

Niveau du Cours

Débutant

Intermédiaire

Durée

45 minutes

Enseigné en

anglais

hongrois

Compétences

Composition musicale

Solfège

Disponibilité semaine type

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Cours chez le professeur et par webcam

Cours à domicile

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08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

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I have taught children and adults since 2017, and I truly love leading people their way to enjoyable, musical, and informed brass playing.

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- My lessons are challenging - in a positive sense, fun, and highly effective.
- I use cutting-edge teaching methods and out-of-the-box, creative, and effective learning approaches.
- I assign personalized and well-designed practice plans after each lesson and I provide periodic progress reports.
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I absolutely love to teach and pass my experience as a musician to my students on both instruments. I like to see them improving and have fun while playing.
I work with several ways of teaching, depending on the student level and music background.

Normally I work with piano methods with kids from 9 -12 years old. I can teach music theory if necessary and if it will improve the student’s needs to progress and reach their goals, I do that with pleasure. Harmony and a bit of keyboard improvisation are also very welcome to the class.

My specialty is classical music, more specifically, baroque music, although I have notions of pop, jazz, and improvisation. Because I have sporting and personal training backgrounds, I’m specialized also on correcting postures and eventually avoid or solve pain issues when regarding playing.

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Kanako

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Japanese professional pianist, conductor and composer, graduated at Conservatoire du Paris, Tokyo University of Arts and Fontys, I give music lessons according to the needs (including the place of the lesson) of each student.
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I have around 15 pupils of all levels and ages and I teach at my own studio (De Constant Rebecquestraat 3) or at your place!
If you are in The Hague area and you want to learn the cello or improve your playing, you are welcome to do lessons with me!

FIRST LESSON:
The first lesson consists of getting to know each other. This is essential to choose the best teaching approach. All the students are unique, that is why I always choose the method that adapts better to your needs. Then, we elaborate a personal plan, depending on your level, expectations, practice time, and taste.

TECHNIQUE:
Learning the proper technique of the instrument is very important to avoid injuries and to be able to express ourselves and perform our musical ideas in a successful way. That is why we learn nice songs in different styles, depending on your taste (from classical to jazz, film music, pop, etc.) and we combine it with cello method books with progressive exercises to improve the cello knowledge.
In the case of young beginners, we also play cello games during the lesson to make the learning experience dynamic and fun! Children can lose attention and get bored very quickly!

Playing together is an essential part of enjoying music. Therefore, the last part of the lesson always consists of playing cello duets and having fun!

ABOUT ME:

I studied my Bachelor in Conservatori Superior del Liceu in Barcelona, with professor Amparo Lacruz. Then, I decided to continue my studies at the Royal Conservatory of The Hague in the class of Michel Strauss and Jan-Ype Nota.
During my studies in The Hague, I did a teaching internship at the Royal Conservatory as a part of their Minor in Music Education. I also taught in several Music Schools during my studies in Spain.
Currently, I teach private students in The Hague and I created a cultural center in The Hague called Pandora Studio.
I play regularly in two chamber music ensembles: Trio Jakob and Azalaïs Quartet.

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Let's turn your creative ideas into reality!

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Dear reader,

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- Sharing experiences in the music field and offering guidance and motivational support

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I look forward to hearing from you!

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