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120 music composition teachers in London

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Alex - Coulsdon£39

£39Learn Music Production and Technology for Beginners

Trusted teacher: Music Production for Beginners My personally designed Music Production course is aimed at complete beginners who have the desire to discover how to compose, record and produce their own music. The course is structured in a way that will enable you to make the style of music you love. It is ideal for aspiring composer’s, producer’s, musicians and sound engineer’s. For this course you will have the opportunity to learn either Logic Pro or Ableton Live (GarageBand is also an option to get you underway), both are industry leading digital audio workstations (DAW). Each session is tailored to your personal interests and goals, exploring both the theory and practical applications of working techniques and practices, in order to provide you with a solid foundation of the overall production process. Lessons are held one-to-one to allow you to learn at your own pace and receive the resources and support you require. I will continuously keep track of and review your progress so that your objectives are always being pursued. Here is the overall course content: Which music software is right for me? An introduction to Music Production An introduction to using a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) Inputting MIDI – Piano playing & drum patterns Working with and editing audio Basic Synthesis & Sampling Recording & Mic techniques How to arrange your song Using effects and automation Basic music theory An introduction to Mixing Personal support and guidance throughout Create the music you love Who is it aimed at? This course is for teens and adults of all ages who are complete beginners. It may be for you if you wish to consolidate the knowledge you already have. Please see the Further Music Production course or contact me directly if you would like to discuss further.

Music composition · Keyboard (music) · Computer generated music

(7 reviews)

Chris - Archway£48

£48Music Composition. Learn all about song writing, rhythm, arrangement, instrumentation, structure and production.

Trusted teacher: I specialise in writing and composing music for all levels. The student will need to have a music programme such as Logic or Ableton in order to be able to take this class. The topics we will cover are: Structure and arrangment. Rhythm. Harmony. Advanced Harmony. Bass Lines. Lyrics. Instrumentation. Arrangement.

Music composition · Music theory lessons · Computer generated music

Ondrej - Acton£50

£50Music Theory, Conducting & more

Trusted teacher: Music Theory, Conducting, Composition, Orchestration, Arranging Happy students = happy me. 'Ondrej is excellent at setting the right goal posts for your level: challenging, but not so challenging as to be discouraging. He has a discerning eye and ear and knows how to direct his advice to see immediate results.' - Lauren (student) - 10+ years experience – private & school teaching - Lessons catered to your needs and wants - Individual attention - Taught ages 5-60 - Beginner to professional - Individual & group lessons - Experience teaching students with dyslexia, helping students with injury - Student success: o graded exams o music scholarships o admittance to music colleges o playing their favourite pieces - Flexible lesson times (including weekends and evenings) - All are welcome! One of the parts of teaching I most enjoy is the variety of my students’ backgrounds and finding an individual approach that works best for each student. I always do my best to create a supportive, stress-free environment so that the students can have a really fun time learning, while encouraging them to expand their capabilities at a pace that suits them best.

Music theory lessons · Music composition · Music theory

(3 reviews)

Giovanni - London£23

£23Online Music Production Course with Ableton Live - ANY STYLE!

Trusted teacher: My method is ... LEARN BY MAKING YOUR MUSIC! The student will learn techniques, stylistic elements, tricks ... already by working on his first tracks: to keep motivation and satisfaction high, the result is always visible! The lessons are face-to-face and personalised according to the level of experience and the musical style of the student. The presentation of the information is clear and accompanied by practical examples. I'll show you how to: - use Ableton Live, - program and control synthesizers and virtual instruments, - use microphone and sound card to record your voice and your instruments, - process sound with effects (plugins) and optimize it for diffusion (mixing and mastering), - make your songs, from start to the last details. I also speak Spanish, French, German and Italian.

Computer generated music · Sound (music) · Music composition

Samson - London£41

£41Music production, Piano Tutor, Drums and Guitar

Samson is a multi-award-winning music producer and accomplished multi-instrumentalist with over a decade of experience in the music industry. Renowned for his creative versatility, he excels in music production, beat making, and programming across various genres. As a passionate educator, Sammyoung has over 5 years of experience teaching piano, guitar, and drums, as well as mentoring aspiring producers in the art of music production and digital audio workstations. His hands-on approach and deep industry knowledge have inspired many students to pursue professional careers in music. Instrumental Tuition: Piano, Guitar, Drums Music Production & Beat Making DAWs: Logic Pro, FL Studio, Ableton Live Music Theory & Composition Studio Recording Techniques Lesson Planning & Student Assessment One-on-One and Group Teaching Youth Mentorship and Confidence Building Passionate Music Teacher with 5+ years of successfully teaching Piano, Guitar, and Drums

Music composition · Keyboard (music) · Sound (music)

Brendan - Mitcham£46

£46Songwriting lessons for beginners to intermediate.

Trusted teacher: Songwriting is a fantastic skill whether you are a beginner or want to improve your songwriting capabilities. Not only will your musical abilities improve but so will you english language capabilities as we look to marry music and lyrics in the best possible way. Not only is it a great industry to get into, songwriting has enormous benefits to mental health as it provides a platform for creative expression which in my many years of experience has helped so many of my younger as well as older students. In my class, you will learn the foundations behind creating a great song including: Songwriting forms and structure in all genres, music theory and understanding chord progressions and modes, breaking music theory conventions in order to create a unique sound, great songwriting tools to help with 'writers block', performance coaching and how to convey your songs message on stage as well as all things music industry, including the importance of copyright and how to protect your songs. My students will be working with me on constructing songs as beginners and my more experienced songwriting students will work with professional music industry briefs that I will provide. Students will be able to write songs comfortably and autonomously after only a handful of lessons with me.

Music composition · Voice (music) · Guitar

Luca - Bayswater£35

£35Guitar Lesson for all ages and level - Take Your Guitar Playing to the Next Level!

Trusted teacher: My name's Luca and I've been a full-time professional musician for the past 10 years. I mainly work as a session musician and recording artist/producer, and also as a private guitar tutor. My goal when it comes to teaching is to share my knowledge and passion for music and to help you improving and having as much enjoyment from it as I have for it. I base my lessons on my student’s ambitions and on their weaknesses, so they can improve quickly and efficiently, without loosing interest on the instrument, and so they can reach their goals, giving them a personalised lesson plan, having fun and playing different styles and techniques. Everyone is welcome to join my teaching plan if they want to spice up their playing or simply start from scratch. I specialise in all popular musical styles, such as Pop, R&B, Funk, Jazz, Rock and more, on both electric and acoustic guitar. I'm extremely passionate in music theory, composition, arranging, and also music production. If you're interested in developing your skills in any of these areas, please don't hesitate to get in touch!

Guitar · Music theory · Music composition

Aman - London£25

£25Photoshop, AutoCAD, Logic Pro, FL studio, Piano, Guitar, Audio plugins

Trusted teacher: Audio recording if done in right manner and with right mic-ing techniques will not depend merely on post production for it's enhancement. This consists of closed mic-ing and open mic-ing, where to use different aspects and how to apply them. For example using small diaphragm microphones for snare and larger ones for vocals. Piano It is the best tuned instrument that there is in the whole library. So, learning piano not only helps you to just play piano better but you can also do better in vocals, guitar, flute and other instruments. It's a go for anyone who is fond of music and wants to learn a instrument. Music composition This module aims to develop the students’ compositional ability using a combination of key musical understanding and the practical use of music creation software. Students will have the opportunity to investigate technical and stylistic conventions across a range of contemporary western popular music genres and to study key elements such as chord progressions, structure, harmony and melody, to develop their confidence and own abilities in composition. These sessions will explore musical composition techniques used in popular and contemporary music. The focus will be on deconstructing different works, exploring what their musical elements are and investigating what commonality these have across the boundaries of genre or instrumentation. Students will have experience of composing original musical elements and arranging these elements into complete compositions.

Music composition · Audio recording · Piano

Rida - London£41

£41Guitar, Bass, Piano, Song Writing, Music Production

Trusted teacher: Instrument Tuition: Very flexible approach, I will teach based on individual needs. Beginners will learn the basics of the guitar, basic chords, basic scales etc. And advanced players will learn more complex chords, intricate scales, harmonies and improvisation. If you just want to learn how to play your favourite songs, then I will teach you how to do that. If you want to learn about song writing, I will teach you that. Anything and everything. Logic Pro X: Equally as flexible and I will adhere to individual needs, I may need to start from the very basics even for proficient users. I have many years of experience and I graduated from Manchester MIDI School as a specialist in Logic Pro X. I will explain, demonstrate and test students about each subject per lesson. We will look at MIDI, editing, recording, compression, EQ, Mastering, mixing, time stretching, FX, plugins, remixing, audio design, sound manipulation and so on.

Audio production · Guitar · Music composition

Luca - Brixton Hill£51

£51Music Perfomance, Music Production, Cello and Creative Practice

Music theory to help with assignments, and practice toward exams. Music Production and composition in different genres: Recording, editing, mixing and mastering. Sound Design and Audio Production for film, radio and games: scripting, foley, ADR, recording, editing, production and synching. Music performance, Improvisation. Cello Performance

Sound (music) · Music composition · Music theory

(1 review)

Jermaine - London£40

£40Kit Drumming, Stick technique and Groove patterns.

Trusted teacher: In this lesson you will learn how to play different types of drum grooves with a backing track and solo you will learn a variety of genres of music such as r&b,gospel, rock and roll, reggae, calypso, hip hop and any other genres of your choice my sessions are relaxed, easy going and I will teach you at your on pace

Drums · Music teacher training · Music composition

(1 review)

Lou - Peckham£64

£64Guitar Lessons, South East London (Peckham/Dulwich) or online. Learn how to play guitar, pass grades, write songs or learn music theory.

Trusted teacher: I am a guitar teacher with 4yrs experience teaching both privately and for Eric Lindsey Music in Catford. I am also a professional songwriter, performer and recording artist. I am offering lessons in person in Brockley, South East London, or via Zoom, Facetime or any other online video platform. I have graduated with a 1st Class degree in BMus Popular Music from Goldsmiths University of London. I can teach a range of styles including folk, classical, jazz, rock and alternative, pop, punk, and can cater to a range of needs, whether you’re starting grades, want to learn to read music, understand scales/music theory, or want to just learn some songs (or even how to write/perform/record some yourself!). I have experience teaching a range of students of different ages and abilities and will work to make sure the lessons revolve around what you want to learn, whilst improving your playing for the level you are at.

Guitar · Music theory lessons · Music composition

(1 review)

Elena - London£120

£120Modern Approach to Songwriting, Singing, and Piano

Trusted teacher: Let's have a modern fun approach to singing/songwriting/piano! Hi, I'm Elena, and am a Pop Singer/Songwriter and have written for many other artists with songs that landed on the Billboard Dance Club Charts. I'm a graduate of Berklee College of Music where I studied piano performance, songwriting, and music business. I love helping people find their creativity, teaching in a way that is FUN and applies to the student's goals, and also showing people how to practice efficiently! My lessons can include: -Singing (beginners, intermediate, singing to learn your own songs, singing to find your own voice) - Songwriting (learning to write your own radio hit or alternative songs, maybe you've always had lyrics or melodies but want to know how to progress them? Or for intermediate songwriters, let's edit and strengthen your current songs and take them to the next level) - Piano (Classical/Pop) - All levels, perhaps you want to efficiently train for an exam, or learn basic chords for your songs, start from scratch, or master your favorite classical or pop piece of music! - Music technology, Basic Production, music industry mentorship, and theory classes! Whether you're preparing for an exam or wanting to learn, improve, and discover music, we can tailor classes exactly to your interests and needs. Songwriting, Piano, Music Technology, Pro-tools, Logic, Classical Piano, Beginning Piano, Intermediate piano, Advanced piano, Pop Music, Pop Singing, Pop Songwriting, Indie Songwriting, Singing-songwriting, Music Theory, Classical Theory

Voice (music) · Music composition · Singing

(2 reviews)

Bisho - London£30

£30Play the Music You Love – Piano Lessons for All Ages & All Levels

Trusted teacher: Ready to start your piano journey or level up your skills? I offer fun, flexible, and fully tailored piano lessons designed around you; your goals, your style, your pace. With 20 years of experience and a background in live performances with bands and choirs, I bring real-world musicality to every lesson. Whether you’re 7 or 70, a total beginner or an experienced player, you’re in good hands. What you’ll get: • Learn your way : Classical, jazz, pop, gospel & more • Master the basics and beyond: Theory, rhythm, melody, composition • Play with confidence: Read sheet music, improvise, and play by ear • Wherever you are: Lessons online or in the comfort of your home I’ve taught kids, teens, and adults. Each lesson is designed to be engaging, empowering, and inspiring. Let’s turn your passion into music. Contact me today to book your first lesson!

Music theory · Music composition · Piano

(2 reviews)

Sarah - London£42

£42Piano and Improvisation Lessons (all genres and abilities)

Trusted teacher: I specialise in teaching music composition, production, and piano. I have a BA from the University of Oxford in Music, and I am a professional TV and Film composer. I am also able to teach music theory, history, and ear training. My goal is to create lessons that help my students to get an interactive, un-intimidating, and fun filled musical education. I believe that this comes from learning not just one area of music, but by giving students the tools to be confident in any musical setting they choose. I teach all ages and levels of musical ability. As I have a wide background in music, I am able to give a rounded music educate in the area you choose to specialise in! I have experience performing classical, funk, jazz, and pop and would love to share a whole range of different styles with you.

Music composition · Piano

Paul - Islington£35

£35Professional Ableton help - From Beginner to Advanced

Trusted teacher: I am a professional music producer & DJ of 15 years. I have studied Music Production at Leeds College of Music & toured as a DJ since. I'd like to help people to access this industry and to develop their music production skills, their music and their understanding of the Dance Music Industry as a whole. I can offer this to you with my first hand experience of this as a recording artist and can happily provide evidence of this when we speak. I am offering 1-2-1 classes to help with your journey with Ableton. This could be starting from nothing or developing your existing music. I want to share my knowledge with others and hep them with their music. Here is what I can offer -Ableton basics - Learn the program & produce your first track -Develop existing projects / more advanced learning and engineering help. -Understand better & develop your arrangment & mixing skills. -Already a pro but want assistance with your music and developing ideas. -Industry tips / get your music signed.

Ableton live · Music composition · Sound (music)

Elize - Bayswater£52

£52Music Theory - how to read music, understand it completely, and use it for performing, composing, learning.

Trusted teacher: No matter where you are in your musical journey, theory is necessary to gain musical freedom. Even knowing the basics allows an aspiring musician to start creating arrangements, compose, transpose, read music better, look for different colours in harmony, and much more. I have designed a course that will bring students through the aspects of theory, notation, harmony, structure and form to help them become more fluent in reading, composing or performing.

Music theory lessons · Music composition · Sound (music)

(5 reviews)

Aykan - Barnsbury£36

£36Ableton Live, Sound Design and Music Theory for Beginners and Intermediates

Trusted teacher: Ableton Live is the new standard for electronic music. Its very easy to learn and with only a couple of lessons you will be able to start making your own music! Used by almost all EDM, House, Deep House and even Pop artists it is the must-have tool in the new decade. In our classes we will go over making beats, basic music theory, song-writing techniques and production techniques including advanced sound design with synthesizers. If requested, we can also move on to mixing to make your tracks sound just like what you hear on the radio. I specialize in Ableton Live and have released albums on multiple record labels. I hold a degree in Music Production and Sound Engineering from Point Blank Music School and I am currently the Music Content Manager at Vochlea Music and the lead Ableton tutorial writer for Attack Magazine. I also own my own recording and production studio in East London.

Ableton live · Computer generated music · Music composition

Carlos - Earlsfield£42

£42Modern Styles Guitar Lessons Near Tooting Broadway

About Carlos I have my own method (the Jam Now! Guitar Method) for beginners and intermediate players who are looking for a well-structured plan that guarantees improvement, tracking the student's progress weekly. These are some of the things I can help you with: -Prepare an audition to access a music degree -Rockschool/Trinity exams -Improve one or more aspects of the student's technique -Improve knowledge of theory/harmony -Learn improvisation -Learn different styles (Rock, Blues, Pop, Funk/Soul, Metal, Jazz...) or focus on a particular style -Learn to play songs from your favourite artists -Practice with different effects pedals -How to create your own demos (drum programming, midi and vocals, and guitar recording using Pro Tools and Logic Pro X) -Songwriting Depending on your goal and your level I prepare a plan with small deadlines that can vary depending on your progress. Independently of your goal I always try to make sure you have fun during the process, I'm a friendly person who loves music and teaching. Looking forward to hearing from you!

Guitar · Music composition · Audio production

Paolo - London£44

£44Music Theory (IB Diploma Music, GCSE Music, ABRSM exams)

Hello! My name is Paolo, I am 22 and I’ve graduated from Trinity Laban College of music last year. Music theory students: I am here to help you revise/ understand any music theory, history of music and production topics from GCSE music to Sixth form level.

Music theory · Guitar · Music composition

Federico - Bayswater£45

£45Expert Pop and Jazz Piano & Guitar Lessons with Specialist

Enhance your piano and guitar skills with personalized lessons from a former jazz music graduate specializing in pop and jazz. Our lessons cover jazz and pop techniques, from intricate chord progressions and improvisation to dynamic rhythms and melodies. With tailored instruction suited to your skill level, you'll gain expertise in both technical proficiency and creative expression. Discover a versatile repertoire and practical application of music theory, all guided by an experienced instructor dedicated to helping you reach your musical goals.

Music composition · Jazz music · Music theory

Ivan - Windsor£51

£51Music Teacher (Piano, Theory, Composition classes)

With over 12 years of teaching experience, I provide piano, music theory, and composition lessons across all ages. I hold a Ph.D in music and have successfully prepared more than 200 pupils for the widely recognised ABRSM and Trinity exams. I excel in constructing and conducting the lesson in a friendly, patient, and inspiring manner, kindling students' inner creativity and passion for the art of music. Whether you are beginner or an advanced student, a junior or an adult, keen to play for leisure or pursue musical distinction, I can tailor the lesson to your particular needs and expectations. I believe learning music is a journey and I would be happy to share the path with you. At present, I am based in Windsor, teaching full-time at Windsor Piano School and privately at my studio. I am eager to expand my network of private pupils.

Piano · Music theory · Music composition

Daniela - London£29

£29Music Production, Mixing and Live Performance Class in Ableton Live and Logic Pro.

This class is suitable for beginners, intermediate, or advanced musicians, as well as music lovers who want to delve deeper into the art of music-making. We will use Ableton as our main DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) because of its powerful tools for creating, playing, producing, and even performing your live set in front of an audience. The class will be tailored to your interests and the music genres you want to explore. The goal is that by the end of your training with me, you’ll have the tools you need to write, produce, and mix a song—and even perform it live, if that’s something you're aiming for.

Music composition · Audio production

Ben - Bethnal Green£54

£54Music Composition - learn to compose, arrange and perform music.

Music Composition is an invaluable practice, that requires both technical skills and creative aptitude. In my classes, we will focus on establishing, building on and fine-tuning both these areas whatever level you're at. We'll tackle each angle of music theory (melody, harmony, rhythm, arrangement, etc) as well as looking at the histories of musical composition in both the Western musical canon and beyond. As a musician, composer, performer, and sound engineer, I have an extensive knowledge of all aspects of music - technical, creative, professional, performance - and will tailor my lessons toward my students' specific interests within these wide-reaching areas.

Music composition · Music theory · Sound (music)

Zoe - Houghton Regis£35

£35Music Production, Singing, Songwriting, Mixing, Music Theory

Trusted teacher: Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, this class offers a well-rounded approach to music creation. With a focus on music production, singing, songwriting, mixing, and music theory, I’ll guide you through the process of turning your creative ideas into polished tracks. In this class, you will: • Learn Music Production: Understand the tools and techniques used to produce high-quality tracks. From digital audio workstations (DAWs) to sound design and arranging, we’ll cover it all. • Develop Your Singing Skills: Improve vocal technique, control, and range, whether you’re performing live or recording in the studio. • Master Songwriting: Write your own songs, focusing on melody, lyrics, and structure. You’ll gain practical tools to turn your ideas into full compositions. • Perfect Your Mixing: Learn how to mix tracks effectively, balancing elements like vocals, instruments, and effects to achieve a professional sound. • Explore Music Theory: Understand the foundations of music theory to enhance your songwriting and production skills. Topics include harmony, scales, chord progressions, and more. Whether you’re aiming to release your first single, build your confidence in singing, or take your music production skills to the next level, this class is tailored to your unique goals and experience level. Let’s bring your musical vision to life!

Song writing · Music composition · Singing

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Guitar lessons in South East London. Learn how to play guitar, write songs, pass grades, or learn music theory. (Peckham)

Lou

Highly recommended! It was really nice to receive a message from Lou regarding our search for guitar lessons! Due to corona and a closed school, my 13 year old had more time to play guitar and she wanted to learn more about composition/scales. How cool that for online lessons, distance is no obstacle (we live in Luxembourg). We highly recommend Lou's enthusiastic and professional lessons!

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