Piano Improvisation and Composition: Create Original Melodies with Confidence
How to Compose a Song 1
A course by David Snyder , Piano Instructor and Composer
About the video: How to Compose a Song 1
Overview
“In this lesson, we’ll embark on the journey of composition, exploring how different chords and note combinations can evoke various emotions and atmospheres. Whether you want your song to sound sci-fi, sad, scary, or anything in between, you’ll learn the tools to craft music that tells a powerful story. ”
In this video lesson David Snyder addresses the topic: How to Compose a Song 1, which is part of the Domestika online course: Piano Improvisation and Composition: Create Original Melodies with Confidence. Unlock creative piano skills, learn improvisation, composition, and band collaboration for expressive, original music creation.
Partial transcription of the video
“Welcome to unit four. Wow, composing. That is what we were doing throughout this entire unit. And this is how I think that music and teaching music should flow. We should start by understanding the basics, understand your foundations. Then we understand how to follow someone else's music. We talked about how do we improvise? We're following somebody else's harmonies. Now? You're making your own harmonies. You're making your own melodies. You are telling your own story. And so this lesson is all about beginning to understand how do you just compose a song. How do you just make it happen? Wel...”
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Course summary for: Piano Improvisation and Composition: Create Original Melodies with Confidence
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David Snyder
A course by David Snyder
David Snyder, a pianist, composer, and performer, is known for his dynamic artistry and innovative approach to music. Growing up in Grand Forks, ND, David's passion for the piano was evident from a young age. He honed his skills under the guidance of two classical teachers, developing a strong foundation in classical music which later became the backbone of his diverse musical influences. His early exposure to teaching allowed him to share his love for the instrument, starting with lessons for children when he was only 14. Despite stepping away from classical piano due to creative disagreements, David rekindled his love for the piano through composition and improvisation, eventually sharing his work on social media.
David's career took a remarkable turn as he gained recognition for his compositions, leading to performances with renowned artists such as Snoop Dogg and Ice Cube. His versatility as a musician is evident in his ability to seamlessly integrate classical, jazz, rock, and cinematic elements into his work. David's journey has been highlighted by his participation in America's Got Talent and a nationwide tour that showcased his unique blend of comedy, improvisation, and musical storytelling. Now based in Los Angeles, he continues to create, perform, and inspire aspiring musicians through his engaging online content and courses.
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