Composition for Beginners & More Experienced Composers, Harmony, Counterpoint, Orchestration

Àpd 60 CNY /h

Barney's Teaching Manifesto:

Dear Composer,

The only true teacher is hearing your works rehearsed and performed. This is the most important element to realizing your destiny, but if you have come here, you probably do not yet believe it. Teachers will keep you trapped in the belief that you do not have what you already need. But everything you need you can get on your own.

I cannot teach you anything, or rather, I can teach you everything but composition itself: You are the final expert on your own works. A teacher is a shortcut. And when we take shortcuts, we must always go back. But this is not a bad thing. Going back is a way to go forwards. If you have tried to advance through the no-teacher method and you feel that you cannot wait any longer, then perhaps it is time to try the teacher method.

You are the king, queen, or ruler, shall we say. I am just your advisor, should you so choose. I can tell you what I think, I can warn you of pitfalls, and I can even stop you for a moment in time. But it is you, dear composer, that must choose. I cannot teach you to be what you already are: The Composer. Sometimes my advice may be of help. And other times it won’t be. And then one day you must rule your kingdom on your own. Let’s hope that that day arrives very soon.

I seek students who are hardworkers, strong-willed, or a combination of the both. Composition requires an obscene amount of work and determination. We live in a world that seeks our silence and complaisance. The act of completing a piece is itself a declaration of war, because the amount of effort and energy required to bring this child into existence is unfathomable to the general public.

With Eternal Love from my Compositional Pen,

Classes for Beginners
1)Composition (60 mins)
2)Introduction to Composition (60 mins)
3) Introduction to Composition & Harmony (90 mins)
Prerequisites:
0-3 years of composition experince
3 years of instrumental study

Classes for Composers with Experience
1) Composition (60 mins)
2) Composition & Harmony (90 mins)
3) Composition & Counterpoint (90 mins)
4) Composition & Orhcestration (90 mins)
Prerequisites:
3+ years of composition study with a teacher
OR
5+ years of self study in composition

If you feel that I can be of assistance for a short time on your compositional journey, then you may contact me to arrange a trial lesson. If we deem that it is a mutual fit, then we can work together for a period of time.

Have a great day,

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Cours au domicile de l'élève :

Autour de Amsterdam, Pays-Bas

Présentation

My strategy is as follows: the first lesson you tell me what your goals are, and then I will craft our lessons arond your goals. Once your goals are met you are free to leave. If your goals change over time, make sure to communicate them to me, so that I can do my job well. Very important: your music scores must be handwritten. You can type them up as well for legibilty, but they still must be handwritten. Copies of your handwritten score are acceptible. We will look at your music either at the piano or discussing between us.

Education

University of California, Santa Barbara: Masters in Music Composition (2014)
State University of New York, Purchase College: Bachelors in Music Composition (2011)

Expérience / Qualifications

teaching positions at SUNY New Paltz, Union County College, Chamber Music Center of New york, JCC Thurnauer School of Music

Age

Enfants (7-12 ans)

Adolescents (13-17 ans)

Adultes (18-64 ans)

Seniors (65+ ans)

Niveau du Cours

Débutant

Intermédiaire

Avancé

Durée

60 minutes

Enseigné en

anglais

Compétences

Composition musicale

Disponibilité semaine type

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Cours à domicile

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

Waldemar

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Dear music and piano lover, welcome to my profile page!

My name is Waldemar and I am a classical piano teacher.
I teach young (from 8 years old) and old, individually or in groups.

I received my training from Fania Chapiro in Hilversum and later at the Amsterdam Conservatory with Danielle Dechenne.

Depending on your level, we will in principle cover all aspects of technique and interpretation. You can always make special requests known to me.
In addition, I think it is important to structure the lessons and focus on themes so that you really learn something.

In addition to being a piano teacher, I am also available as a composition, music theory or solfege teacher.

Would you like to take lessons with an experienced pianist? Contact me.

musical regards,
Waldemar

PS And my favorite composer? That's currently Franz Schubert ;-)

Lea

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Basles for beginners and advanced students.
I give the base and slaples on the bass.
Nothing is more fun than being able to play something at the first lesson and with me that is possible, otherwise it is so boring.
I teach in Pop, Rock, Funk and Reggae ..
It depends on you how often you practice playing.

Danai

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I am teaching composition, piano, theory/harmony, & ear-training. I graduated from the Conservatorium van Amsterdam as a contemporary composer.

I am very open to the stylistic choices of the students and adapt the lesson to fit their particular needs or interests.
When it comes to composition, I'm coaching anyone who needs advice as to how to write their own music, how to develop their compositional tools, song-writing skills, how to translate conceptual ideas into practical material. This also applies to children, who might want to get the basics of making their own song, either on an instrument or on the computer.
My approach to teaching piano is highly influenced by my composition studies, both in stylistic diversity and in pedagogical methods. I find it important to teach piano in an overall way, one that incorporates ear-training but also theory together with playing. This way i find that the lesson becomes much more stimulating, and it also becomes much more easy to learn.

I have experience teaching adults but also young kids between 4-15 years old. I believe it is never late to start learning music and that learning to make music is firstly a fun and then a challenging adventure.

Ludovic

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Hey peeps!
I love to give guitar lessons in a relaxed mood that will not put pressure on you, only giving you feedbacks that will improve your practice. The first lessons will generally consist of covering the basics by learning simple songs. Depending on how it goes, we will go straight into learning songs that you want to play, where you will learn even more!
I can teach you how to play across several appointments during the week so you'll learn faster and enjoy playing straight from the beginning :)

Keep growing ♥️

Philip

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I am an award-winning composer with a Master’s degree in Composition from the Conservatorium van Amsterdam, and experience as a concert pianist, orchestral player, and accompanist. I currently have a few openings for new students.

Piano Lessons (Beginner to Advanced)
Personalized lessons adapted to each student’s goals and musical background.
Classical and contemporary repertoire (including pop), technique, interpretation and sight-reading.
Integrated music theory and ear training to strengthen musical understanding.
Lessons usually take place at the student’s home.
Lesson durations: 30, 45, or 60 minutes — with longer sessions available for advanced students.

Composition & Creative Coaching
For developing composers and advanced musicians:
Guidance in contemporary instrumental and electronic composition, creative process, and artistic mentorship.
Support with notation, score presentation, and project preparation.
Coaching in production, electronic creation, and mixing.
Composition lessons are also available online via webcam.

If you're looking for structured, inspiring, and flexible musical training, feel free to get in touch and I’ll be happy to help you grow as a musician and creator.

Garantie Le-Bon-Prof

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