Composition and Musicianship
The Composition and Musicianship Department offers private lessons that deepen students’ understanding of how music works and fosters their ability to express themselves musically. Musicianship lessons give students a strong foundation in reading music, ear-training, and analysis. Composition lessons provide instruction on the techniques and processes of creating music in a variety of styles and genres, while allowing students to develop their skills.
Private Lessons
Composition study involves intensive instruction on techniques applicable to classical music and a wide variety of other musical styles. It is a highly individualized program designed for anyone with an interest in creating their own music regardless of past experience.
Lessons include guided assignments and independent work on original compositions with targeted feedback from the instructor. Practice in music theory, ear-training, and discussion of professional topics are included where relevant to the student’s background and goals.
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Music Theory private instruction involves a combination of written theory, ear-training, sight-singing, and/or keyboard skills. The course of study is tailored to each student, taking into account their current level and goals. These lessons are intended for students interested in deepening their understanding of musical structures and improving their practical musicianship skills.
Our theory instructors can help students prepare for college entrance exams, placement tests, and/or the AP Music Theory Exam. Please note that for such tests, early preparation is key! Students interested in taking theory lessons to prepare for a test are encouraged to start lessons the fall before the test will be scheduled. Later starts are possible but not encouraged.
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Questions?
Please call the main office at 860.768.4451 or e-mail us at harttcomm@hartford.edu.