Music Composition Technique Builder: Practical Training for Composers. Vol. 2

by Kevin A. Ure, Erin M. Ure

For Composers Who Want Greater TechniqueDesigned for composers who have basic musicianship skills, this program begins with an explanation of the creative process and proceeds to provide composers with several exercises to improve technique. Composers receive multi-level exercises designed to improve the ear and analytical ability through practical composition exercises.

Develop Composition Skill Through a Daily Practice RoutineGrab a napkin and start notating your ideas anywhere

Performers have scales, arpeggios, and repertoire to help develop technique. Studying an instrument requires a formal program of instruction that's designed to develop technique and skill. As a composer, you can also develop your technique so that when inspiration hits, you're ready to write down your ideas.

Inspired by Master Composer, Johann Sebastian BachA fugue a day for breakfast helped Bach become one of the greatest composers ever

Bach was known for his ability to create music quickly. He reportedly composed a composition every morning as a warm-up exercise. For composers, the old maxim of "use it or lose it" is absolutely true. The more you compose, the better you'll become. Developing a better overall technique requires practice. Any composer can improve, but it requires work and challenging exercises to achieve mastery of your craft. Complete time-tested exercises and develop your practice routine to become a more effective composer.

The Technique Builder CourseTake the first step towards writing more effective compositions

Each chapter provides insight into the technical side of composing music. Create a practice routine, and get to work improving your ability to compose effective music. Increase your knowledge and accomplish the following

◆ Create a program to develop your technique

◆ Learn to analyze scores and hear printed music in your mind

◆ Discover how to color your compositions with unique instrument combinations

◆ Unleash your potential and refine your ear to create music anywhere

◆ Uncover the "secret" guidelines used by music publishers, adjudicators, and colleges use to weed out composers quickly

◆ Discover the basic principles of music composition to help you improve your music

A Course for All ComposersExercises for the beginning, intermediate, and advanced composer

Each chapter is designed to meet you at your current level and propel you to the next one. Designed for all composers, most exercises allow you to choose from three levels to match your level of experience. Begin to work on your technique today and compose your story. Exercises designed for composers at all

◆ Beginning Come to this course with only a basic knowledge of music theory, and you'll be able to dramatically improve your understanding of the basic principles of music composition.

◆ Intermediate Enjoy intermediate exercises to help take your technique and music to the next level.

◆ Advanced Refine and solidify your technique to ensure you're prepared to create music that will stand the test of time.

Schedule Your TimeFor those who want more direction, a grid with recommended daily exercises offers advice for completing the activities starting with Day 1.

234 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 24, 2017

About the author

Kevin A. Ure a.k.a Kevin Ure.

Reviews

[Jennifer Eddings · Rating 5 out of 5]

I waited to complete at least half the book before writing a review. My caution to anybody considering this is to view the book as a series of techniques that the author has found to be effective over a lifetime — some assembly required.

It starts with a pep talk that aims to help you get excited about working hard. I didn’t need that but there are some good arguments for taking your routine seriously. The book then introduces one technique at a time along with ear training exercises that you can use or if you compose you can create your own.

I took the time to really really think about my goals and create a schedule that worked for me. The techniques are amazing and at month three or so I heard a concert quality version of a composition I’ve been playing with in my head.

Is it hard? Yup. Does the author prescribe a step by step method in a one size fits all approach? Nope. Do you have to think to see a benefit? Better believe it. The book works. But you gotta use your head and push push push to apply the techniques every single day.

[t t · Rating 2 out of 5]

The author says that the most important part of the book is helping readers to practice actually with the practice scores contained in the book. However, the pictures of music sheets are so blurry and you cannot separately download from anywhere unless you pay a bit more for his "workbook". It is so unfair. He should have written that buying the extra workbook is almost essential in the description of the book.
I do not think it is worthy to spend money on this book. There are lots of better options in the market.

[Aina Josefina · Rating 3 out of 5]

Bueno pero nada muy nuevo.

En general entrega buenas herramientas para desarrollar la técnica (auditiva sobretodo) sin embargo no sale del siglo xix y con suerte menciona a schoenberg.