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5 star rating

Excellent course!

Carmine Pastore

I really enjoyed the course. It is very well structured and full of interesting compositional concepts. I find Arvo Part’s music and compositional techniques very unique. I highly recommend this course to composers of all levels. Thanks again. Car...

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I really enjoyed the course. It is very well structured and full of interesting compositional concepts. I find Arvo Part’s music and compositional techniques very unique. I highly recommend this course to composers of all levels. Thanks again. Carmine Pastore

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5 star rating

Simple technique with profound results

Robin Willis

I couldn’t be happier. I started the course with only rudimentary composition skills. Now I know through George’s class and the work of one of my musical heroes that beauty is not complex and the divine is always close by, you just have to open yo...

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I couldn’t be happier. I started the course with only rudimentary composition skills. Now I know through George’s class and the work of one of my musical heroes that beauty is not complex and the divine is always close by, you just have to open your eyes, ears and heart.

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Who This Course Is For

Is This Course Right for You?

  • Start learning counterpoint from scratch. (Basic music theory knowledge required!)

  • Intermediate Students: “Revisit and refine your counterpoint skills. Develop a consistent practice routine.”

  • Advanced Students: “Could benefit from the daily practice structure, though the content may be too elementary until later stages.”

What You’ll Achieve in 30 Days

  • “Develop a disciplined practice routine that enhances your overall compositional technique.”

  • “Understand and apply the five species of counterpoint to your compositions.”

  • “Write two-part counterpoint with confidence, integrating it seamlessly into your own style.”

What's Included in the Course

  • Daily Video Lectures

    “1 to 3 rules introduced each day in bite-size 5-10 minute lectures.”

  • Daily Quiz

    “Test and reinforce your knowledge with interactive multiple-choice quizzes.”

  • Daily Guided Worksheet

    “Practice new concepts and reinforce previous lessons with our guided worksheets.”

Why Choose 30 Days of Counterpoint?

  • Unique Structure

    “Develop counterpoint skills through daily practice, just like mastering an instrument.”

  • Incremental Learning

    “Our steady, manageable pace ensures you thoroughly understand and develop your skills.”

  • Practical Application

    “Daily exercises make theory immediately useful, integrating it into your compositional work.”

Enrolment Process

  • Step 1: Click "Apply £70 Discount"

  • Step 2: Click the ‘Enroll Now’ button to apply your discount.

  • Step 3: Complete your purchase on the checkout page.

  • Step 4: Await the release of the course (Release: Autumn/Fall 2024)

Instructor

George Marshall

Composer, Instructor & Founder

George is a seasoned composer and educator, who boasts a decade-long career in music composition, spanning diverse mediums like film, video games, and concert halls. Holding a Bachelor (2013), Masters (2014) and PhD in Music Composition (2020), he specialises in mid-20th-century and contemporary composition techniques and has accrued over 50 project credits. Notable achievements include winning the 21st Century Classical Music's Piano Composition contest and contributions to award-winning video games showcased at EGX. Their orchestration skills shine through published arrangements and compositions for various ensembles, including the University of Hull Orchestra, Severn Duo and solo artists including Anna Heller and Graziana Presicce. With a teaching experience of over two years, their approach revolves around practicality, emphasising continuous learning and portfolio building. Grounded in contemporary creative theory, they advocate a balance between theory and application, acting as a guiding coach for aspiring composers to thrive.

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