Release year : 2020
Manufacturer’s website : Udemy.com
Author : Max Konyi
Duration : 05:50:52
Type of distributed material : Video lesson
Language : English
Example files : present
Video format : MP4
Video : MPEG4 Video (H264) 1280×720 30fps 537kbps
Audio : AAC 48000Hz stereo 128kbps
- 2.19 GB
Description : Learn to compose beautiful melodies using modes, arpeggios, chromatics and more!
Welcome!
“Melody is the essence of music.”
– W.A. Mozart
The Course:
The art of melodic writing is felt by many to be a mystery – something that cannot be taught, something purely instinctive. Others say there are rules and principles governing melody and that by learning them, we can compose better music. I see value in both perspectives and this course walks the middle line. Each lesson provides very clear, theoretical instruction while encouraging exploration and discovery through a series of real-world exercises designed to put everything into practice right away. This approach means you will have a thorough understanding of the theory and the know-how to implement it in your own music.
Musical Warp Drive is about writing music, not just understanding it. Everything is designed to bring your own unique expression into focus and remove the limitations that stifle creativity. There will be no sight-reading, no exams, no quick-fixes, and no diploma to hang on your wall. There will be deep listening, compositional challenges, personal reflection, and many hours of effective practice. By the time you finish the course, you will have written 50 unique melodies, using many different scales and techniques, over a variety of downloadable backing tracks. Going forward, you will have confidence in writing powerful melodies that are appropriate for any musical situation.
Author :
Music Teacher
Musically, my path has been one of self-study, allowing for an open exploration of the topics that capture my curiosity. I play a variety of instruments and spend much of my time composing. I have also been working as a music teacher for over 17 years, for which I’m very grateful. The musicians that have influenced me most, and whom I consider my primary teachers, are WA Mathieu, Ted Greene, Pat Metheny, and JS Bach.
Humanity and our collective future have always been of great importance to me. Our potential to live in harmony with ourselves and nature, to be a blessing rather than a burden to our planet, is immense. A significant amount of my life has been spent in research (scientific, philosophical, historical, etc), discovering and encouraging the ideas and people revealing the way forward to a prosperous and generous world for all beings.
To all of you pursuing your love of music (or whatever else it may be), I applaud and thank you. Share your gifts with the world and let your authentic expression shine! Together, we can infuse our society with beauty and love, respect, and compassion.
What will you learn?
√ Exactly how and when to use all primary scales and modes
√ The principles of a strong, effective melody
√ How to outline and imply chords using melody
√ The power of chromatic notes and how to use them
√ How to compose over drones, static harmony, and chord progressions
√ Emotional expression through instrument choice and articulation
√ Which notes to avoid over specific chords
√ How to analyze and learn from the melodies you love
Requirements :
• Completion of “Musical Warp Drive – Part 1” or equivalent knowledge level (see description!)
• Basic instrument or MIDI ability
• Use of a DAW is recommended but not essential
Content :
1. Welcome to the Warp Drive! Important Info (09:00)
2. Course Overview and Intro to Melody (35:53)
3. Scales & Modes – Church Modes (Part 1) (31:14)
4. Scales & Modes – Church Modes (Demo) (07:12)
5. Scales & Modes – Minor Scales (27:00)
6. Scales & Modes – Minor Scales (Demo) (09:53)
7. Scales & Modes – Pentatonics (18:26)
8. Scales & Modes – Exotic Scales (17:07)
9. Scales & Modes – When to Use What (34:51)
10. Melodic Contour – The Shape of a Melody (20:31)
11. Chord Tones and Arpeggios (Part 1) (30:13)
12. Chord Tones and Arpeggios (Part 2) (20:32)
13. Chromatic Notes – Stepping Outside the Key (27:00)
14. Instruments and Articulation – Maximizing Emotional Expression (19:36)
15. Musical Warp Drive – Part 2 – Review (18:53)
