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Music Composition 2: Tension & Release

Demystifying Music Composition Through Practical Exercises and Techniques for the Modern Composer and Songwriter
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Demystifying Music Composition Through Practical Exercises and Techniques for the Modern Composer and Songwriter
Platform: Udemy
Video: 3h 46m
Language: English
Next start: On Demand

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Video Score: 8.1 / 10
The course includes 3h 46m video content. Courses with more videos usually have a higher average rating. We have found that the sweet spot is 16 hours of video, which is long enough to teach a topic comprehensively, but not overwhelming. Courses over 16 hours of video gets the maximum score.
The average video length is 3 hours 42 minutes of 82 Music Composition courses on Udemy.
Detail Score: 10.0 / 10

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Extra Content Score: 9.9 / 10

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About the course

** UDEMY BESTSELLER **
Welcome to the COMPLETE Music COMPOSITION AND FILM SCORING Guide!
This is a class designed for the average person who is ready to take their music career (or music interest) and develop it into something more. Whether you are an active musician or an aspiring musician, this class is perfect for you.
100% Answer Rate! Every single question posted to this class is answered within 24 hours by the instructor.

When most people think of a composer, they imagine someone sitting in a dusty attic with a grand piano, a big white wig, and the year is 1800. That might have been accurate back then, but the modern composer is just like you and me. In fact, I am one. 
In this course, I’ll show you the techniques I use for writing music in a variety of styles and situations. I’ve worked with major American orchestras, film studios, and video game designers, so I’ve got more than a little experience. I’m also a Ph.D. in music composition and a university professor (of music composition). 
Recently I was named as a semi-finalist for the Grammy Foundation’s Music Educator of the Year award because of my in-person university classes. Now I’m taking those classes to Udemy in an online format in order to reach more students and give them the joy of Music Theory.
I’m planning on making several “sections” of this class, and this is Part 2. As the class grows, we will go deeper and deeper into my techniques. This class is focused on creating a sense of Tension and Release: one of the most fundamental concepts in music composition.
In this class, we will cover:
•My background, and listen to some of my music
•Why Tension and Release?
•Tools of the trade: Software
•Tools of the trade: Pencils and fine paper
•Long Term and Short Term Tensions
•Using Form for Tension and Release
•Forms that Create Drama
•Sonata Form
•The 4 Elements of Form
•Example: Mozart, Moonlight Sonata
•Composing with Sonata Form
•Modern Uses of Sonata Form
•Example: Muse, Butterflies and Hurricanes
•Tension and Release with Meter
•Compound Meters
•Meter Signatures
•Alternating Compound and Duple Meters
•Using Rhythm for Altering Expectations
•Rhythmic Patterns
•Pattern Obfuscation 
•Example: Philip Glass, Truman Show Soundtrack
•Example: Allen, Aporia
•Using Harmony for Tension and Release
•Consonance and Dissonance
•Prolonging Dominant
•Emphasized Resolution
•Pedal Tones
•Moving “Pedal Tones”
•Example: Aphex Twin, Ventolin
•Combining Multiple Techniques
•Example: Mozart, Sonata in C
•Example: Allen, Angle of Repose
•Film Music and Tension Cues
•Composing for Films
•And much, much, more! 
And of course, once you sign up for this class, all my other classes are yours at steep discounts! Over half off for all future sections!
The course is a roadmap to launching your career as a composer!
All the tools you need to prepare, organize and start your career are included in this course and the entire course is based on real-life experiences – not just academic theory.
Please click the “Take This Course” button so you can launch your music career today.

** I guarantee that this course is the most thorough music business course available ANYWHERE on the market – or your money back (30-day money-back guarantee) **

Closed captions have been added to all lessons in this course.

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Praise for Courses by Jason Allen:
⇢  “It seems like every little detail is being covered in an extremely simple fashion. The learning process becomes relaxed and allows complex concepts to get absorbed easily. My only regret is not taking this course earlier.” – M. Shah
⇢  “Great for everyone without any knowledge so far. I bought all three parts… It’s the best investment in leveling up my skills so far..” – Z. Palce
⇢  “Excellent explanations! No more or less than what is needed.” – A. Tóth
⇢  “VERY COOL. I’ve waited for years to see a good video course, now I don’t have to wait anymore. Thank You!” – Jeffrey Koury
⇢  “I am learning LOTS! And I really like having the worksheets!” – A. Deichsel
⇢  “The basics explained very clearly – loads of really useful tips!” – J. Pook
⇢  “Jason is really quick and great with questions, always a great resource for an online class!” M. Smith
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Students who register for this course will receive ongoing exclusive content and discounts for all future classes in the series. 

What can you learn from this course?

✓ Write and Compose music using proven techniques and tips
✓ Create their own music using software, or good old pencil and paper.
✓ Generate musical ideas through creativity exercises
✓ Sonata Form
✓ The 4 Elements of Form
✓ Example: Mozart, Moonlight Sonata
✓ Composing with Sonata Form
✓ Modern Uses of Sonata Form
✓ Example: Muse, Butterflies and Hurricanes
✓ Tension and Release with Meter
✓ Compound Meters
✓ Meter Signatures
✓ Alternating Compound and Duple Meters
✓ Using Rhythm for Altering Expectations
✓ Rhythmic Patterns
✓ Pattern Obfuscation
✓ Example: Philip Glass, Truman Show Soundtrack
✓ Example: Allen, Aporia
✓ Using Harmony for Tension and Release
✓ Consonance and Dissonance
✓ Prolonging Dominant
✓ Emphasized Resolution
✓ Pedal Tones
✓ Moving “Pedal Tones”
✓ Example: Aphex Twin, Ventolin
✓ Combining Multiple Techniques
✓ Example: Mozart, Sonata in C
✓ Example: Allen, Angel of Repose
✓ Film Music and Tension Cues
✓ Composing for Films

What you need to start the course?

• Students should be enthusiastic about music, but do not need to be producers or musicians. No prior experience is needed in the music industry, business, financing, or accounting.

Who is this course is made for?

• Anyone in any country who is ready to start their professional music career by learning everything they need to know about how music composition works and the film scoring industry.

Are there coupons or discounts for Music Composition 2: Tension & Release ? What is the current price?

The course costs $14.99. And currently there is a 63% discount on the original price of the course, which was $39.99. So you save $25 if you enroll the course now.
The average price is $18.5 of 82 Music Composition courses. So this course is 19% cheaper than the average Music Composition course on Udemy.

Will I be refunded if I'm not satisfied with the Music Composition 2: Tension & Release course?

YES, Music Composition 2: Tension & Release has a 30-day money back guarantee. The 30-day refund policy is designed to allow students to study without risk.

Are there any financial aid for this course?

Currently we could not find a scholarship for the Music Composition 2: Tension & Release course, but there is a $25 discount from the original price ($39.99). So the current price is just $14.99.

Who will teach this course? Can I trust Jason Allen?

Jason Allen has created 103 courses that got 52,169 reviews which are generally positive. Jason Allen has taught 240,522 students and received a 4.6 average review out of 52,169 reviews. Depending on the information available, we think that Jason Allen is an instructor that you can trust.
Ph.D / Ableton Certified Trainer
** J. is the #1 best selling music teacher on Udemy. He is the author of the #1 best selling music theory course on Udemy, “Music Theory Comprehensive” (12 parts), and Music Theory for Electronic Musicians (3 parts), which have been purchased by more than 70,000 students in 11 languages in 196 countries.**  
** He is a PhD in music, and a best selling music producer. He brings this authenticity to all of his Udemy courses. **

Jason Allen (better known as J. Anthony Allen) has worn the hats of composer, producer, songwriter, engineer, sound designer, DJ, remix artist, multi-media artist, performer, inventor, and entrepreneur. Allen is a versatile creator whose diverse project experience ranges from works written for the Minnesota Orchestra to pieces developed for film, TV, and radio. An innovator in the field of electronic performance, Allen performs on a set of “glove” controllers, which he has designed, built, and programmed by himself. When he’s not working as a solo artist, Allen is a serial collaborator. His primary collaborative vehicle is the group Ballet Mech, for which Allen is one of three producers. 
J. Anthony Allen teaches at Augsburg University in Minneapolis, MN, where he runs the Music, Media, and Management program. He is also an Ableton Live Certified Trainer,  co-founder, owner and CEO of Slam Academy, a multimedia educational space in downtown Minneapolis, the CTO of Ion Concert Media, and sole owner and producer of music education courses under the umbrella of Punkademic Courses. Recently, Allen founded Hackademica – an innovative net-label for new music. 
J. has a PhD in music composition, 2 Master’s degrees in music composition and electronic music, and a bachelor’s degree in guitar performance. Through his academic travels, Dr. Allen has received numerous awards along the way. 
If you run into him on the street, he prefers to be addressed as J. (as in, Jay.) 
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Platform: Udemy
Video: 3h 46m
Language: English
Next start: On Demand

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