Music Composition Project

Music Composition Project

Program Learning Objective

The Music Composition Project is designed to help students refine their creative and technical skills while developing their unique compositional style. Participants will build a strong foundation in music theory, orchestration, and the use of digital audio workstations (DAWs) to compose across a range of genres. Projects may include composing film or video game scores, creating original songs or symphonic works, or exploring avant-garde and electronic music.

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Program Outline

Week 1:

Review fundamental music theory concepts, such as melody, harmony, and rhythm. Learn techniques for generating musical ideas and organizing them into coherent structures.

Week 2:

Analyze notable compositions across various genres, from classical to contemporary. Select a project focus (e.g., film scoring, electronic music, or orchestral composition) and define its scope.

Week 3:

Craft thematic ideas or motifs for the selected project. Experiment with variations to explore how themes evolve and integrate into larger compositions.

Week 4:

Dive into the principles of orchestration and instrumentation. Use software or traditional methods to arrange musical ideas for specific ensembles or mediums. The mentor will complete a mid-point evaluation to be given to the student.

Week 5:

Master a digital audio workstation (DAW) or composition software like Finale, Sibelius, or Ableton Live. Learn techniques for sequencing, layering, and producing high-quality audio.

Week 6:

Share drafts of compositions with peers and mentors for constructive feedback. Make iterative refinements to improve structure, coherence, and emotional impact.

Week 7:

Finalize the project, focusing on details like dynamics, articulation, and transitions. Prepare a professional score or audio file for presentation.

Week 8:

Present the final composition to mentor. Reflect on the creative process and identify areas for future development.

Music Composition Mentors

Mentor from Berklee College of Music

Research interests include contemporary and classical composition, exploring unique themes, modern and avant-garde expressions of music, cross-disciplinary integration, and more...

Who Should Sign Up For This Program?

The Music Composition Project is tailored for high school and undergraduate students who are passionate about music and keen to enhance their creative and technical composition skills. It offers an excellent opportunity for students aiming to create a portfolio for college applications or pursue a future in music.

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Past Students’ Case Studies

Students’ names have been anonymized to ensure their privacy is protected.

Tanya Lei

Residence: Shanghai, China School: Shanghai American School Intended Major: Music...

Laura Lu

Residence: California, US School: UC DavisSchool Intended major: Music Composition...

Saisha Relangi

Residence: India Intended major: Music Therapy Age during program: Grade...

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