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Shaping Music for Dramatic Scenes
IntermediateIn professional media scoring, writing great music is only part of the job. More often than not, the real challenge lies in adapting that music to fit constantly changing requirements. Explore different methods to adapt your own music for film and games. We will study timing, arrangement, and mood to help you become a more flexible composer.
$74.99
Basic Chromatic Harmony
Intermediate & AdvancedDiscover the chromatic harmony found in Richard Wagner, Anton Bruckner, and Richard Strauss, which stands as the foundation of modern film music. Chromatic harmony has been used extensively throughout the history of music, from Baroque music to the rich, expressive harmonic colors of Romanticism and Impressionism. Its influence has been heard in the works of prominent Hollywood composers such as John Williams, Howard Shore, Alan Silvestri, and many others.
$61.99
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A Second Look at Melodic Minor
Beginner & IntermediateLearn some of the most common melodic minor progressions and practice how they should be applied when playing them in descending order. Additionally, we will study the Mixolydian ♭6 scale (the fifth mode of the Melodic Minor scale) and practice implementing the scale into your composition.
Free
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Master Music Modulation
IntermediateBecome a master of modulation! Topics discussed in the course include common functional harmony modulation, pivot modulation, closely related major chord modulation, and just about everything you need to know to master the most fundamental and commonly encountered modulation skills. In Part 1 of the series, we emphasize "Pivot chord modulation" using common chords, whereas in later episodes we will apply the same technique, but move from mode to mode.
$64.99
Using Ostinatos to Construct a Piece
BeginnerWhen writing music for media, an ostinato can be a valuable tool for creating a focal point that builds on itself over time. We will examine ostinatos in the orchestral genre, where we can use them to create a sense of power and momentum.
Free