Music Composition

Program Overview

Point Blank's 3-month Music Composition course empowers aspiring composers with a comprehensive understanding of music theory, harmony, and arrangement. Taught by industry professionals, the program provides hands-on training through practical demonstrations, deconstructions of popular tracks, and exclusive masterclasses. Students gain a solid foundation to create and polish exceptional music, opening doors to diverse careers in the music industry.

Program Outline

Point Blank's Music Composition course will develop your all-around skills as a professional composer-producer. You’ll gain a new understanding of music theory, harmony, and arrangement and learn all the practical and theoretical concepts you need to create and polish amazing new tracks. By enrolling in this course you are entitled to receive a copy of Ableton Live 11 Suite ($749 value) or Apple Logic Pro X ($199 value) and take part in exclusive masterclasses from the likes of Mark de Clive-Lowe, Laura Escude (Jay Z, Kanye West), Daddy Kev (Low End Theory), and Jimmy Mac (Lorde). You’ll also have access to practical demonstrations and deconstructions of popular tracks to help you learn what makes a hit record in 2023! Spaces are limited to ensure every student receives enough ample time with their instructor, so Enroll Now to guarantee your spot! Point Blank offers exclusive features and partner discounts to students in our LA School.

Outline:

• Music & Time
• Rhythm & Beats
• Harmony 1
• Melodies & Creating Riffs
• Basslines
• Hooks
• Harmony 2
• Structure & Arrangement
• Applying Vocals
• Finishing Tracks
• Creative Tactics & Workflow
• Intro to Copyright & Publishing

Duration:

3 Months

Available start dates:

• 2024: July 8 (Limited availability), September 30, January 13, March 17, April 14
• 2025:

Weekly timetable:

• One 4-hour class each week for 10 weeks.
• Daytime, evening & weekend slots available.

Teaching:

• Practical demonstrations
• Deconstructions of popular tracks
• Exclusive masterclasses from industry professionals (Mark de Clive-Lowe, Laura Escude, Daddy Kev, Jimmy Mac)

Careers:

• Music Composer
• Music Arranger
• Beatmaker
• Songwriter
• Composer for Games
• Composer for Film/TV
• Ghost-Writer
• MIDI Programmer
• Independent Composer
• Composition Instructor
• Composer for Media Library Music
• Composer

Other:

• Every Point Blank student has access to their own fully-equipped workstation in class and during their practical studio work outside of class time.
• Student discounts are available from leading industry partners (Apple, Ableton, Pioneer, Native Instruments, Serato, Izotope, Waves, and more)
• International student visa options include the B2 visitor visa, the ESTA visa waiver program, and more.