Study Composition

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The study of composition is largely the study of "rules" in composining. The "dos and don'ts, shoulds and shouldn'ts".

CeceliaReillyMusic teaches the rules of composition. Then we teach you how to "break" the rules. The art of composition is combining creative techniques within  structured parameters.

CeceliaReillyMusic helps you tap into your creativity, first by introducing the structure, and then ways to enhance your musical idea with unexpected (outside the structure) variations.

Learning to improve your musicianship can help you better understand the musical concepts of other composers and how to interpret and perform their pieces. CeceliaReillyMusic often references other composers of all stripes as a listening supplement to any lesson. The more you can listen to other composers, the more you can learn.

CeceliaReillyMusic has a wealth of musical references spanning six decades. Listening is learning. Learning translates into creating. CeceliaReillyMusic can help you find creative inspiration and deeper musical understanding encpomassing many genres. This is what we like to refer to is being a "well-rounded" musician. 

The better you understand the music theory behind it, the better you can write music. Music composition  allows you to be creative and experiment with different sounds and rhythms.

CeceliaReillyMusic can help you to create unique music that no one has ever heard before. We provide the guidance and structure you will need to express yourself and your musical ideas.

When you learn music composition, you learn about music theory, how songs are put together, and how to write melodies.

CeceliaReillyMusic will help you improve your melodic ideas, harmonic variations, and arranging skills. We can teach the process of adapting a musical composition for a specific performance setting of different ensembles. 

As a performer, it is important  understand how music is constructed so that you can better appreciate the intention of the composer and build a stronger foundation for your performances.

CeceliaReillyMusic connects you to the nuances of composition. We can help you improve your musical and vocal construction and add a personal touch to the music you perform.

The study of composition allows you to better understand the mechanics of music construction. This foundation is crucial in order to create your original pieces.

CeceliaReillyMusic will help you become a more well-rounded musician as you learn how to harmonize your instruments and voices using composition techniques.

Your musical ideas will find fertile ground under the mentorship of CeceliaReillyMusic. Let your melody take flight!