Advanced Certificate in Composition & Performance
-- viewing nowThe Advanced Certificate in Composition & Performance is a comprehensive course designed to empower learners with advanced skills in musical composition and performance. This certificate program underscores the importance of creativity, innovation, and technical prowess in the music industry.
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• Advanced Music Theory: This unit covers complex music theory concepts, including chromatic harmony, form and analysis, and advanced counterpoint.
• Orchestration and Arranging: Students will learn how to arrange and orchestrate music for various ensembles, focusing on instrumentation, range, and timbre.
• Advanced Composition Techniques: This unit explores advanced compositional techniques, such as serialism, electronic music, and aleatoric composition.
• Scoring for Media: Students will learn how to compose and produce music for film, television, and other visual media, with a focus on synchronization and storytelling.
• Performance Practicum: This unit provides students with opportunities to perform their compositions in front of a live audience and receive feedback from their peers and instructors.
• Music History and Analysis: This unit covers the history of Western art music from the Baroque period to the present day, with a focus on analyzing and interpreting musical scores.
• Conducting: Students will learn the fundamentals of conducting, including baton technique, score reading, and rehearsal techniques.
• Music Technology: This unit explores the use of technology in music composition and performance, including digital audio workstations, synthesizers, and MIDI controllers.
• Collaborative Composition: This unit focuses on collaborative composition, with students working together to create new and innovative works of music.
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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