About this course: This course will guide you through the final project for the Developing Your Musicianship Specialization. This course will continue to help you apply the musical concepts you learned throughout the specialization, enabling you to create and perform a 36-measure composition. Taught by Berklee College of Music professor George W. Russell, Jr., the course includes four videos in which George models each stage of the project. Through peer feedback and discussion, practice, and applying what you’ve learned, this final project will hone your skills as a musician.
Who is this class for: This course is designed for learners who have completed the following courses on Coursera: Developing Your Musicianship Musicianship: Chord Charts, Diatonic Chords, and Minor Keys Musicianship: Tensions, Harmonic Function, and Modal Interchange
Created by:Â Â Berklee College of Music
Taught by:Â Â George W. Russell, Jr., Professor
Harmony/Piano
| Basic Info | Course 4 of 4 in the Developing Your Musicianship Specialization |
| Level | Intermediate |
| Commitment | 4 weeks of study, 2-3 hours/week |
| Language | English |
| How To Pass | Pass all graded assignments to complete the course. |
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Syllabus
WEEK 1
Welcome to the Developing Your Musicianship Capstone!
Welcome to the final project course for the Developing Your Musicianship Specialization! In this module, we will cover all the details about how this course works and what you'll need to know to get the most out of your course experience.
1 video, 4 readings, 1 practice quiz
- Leyendo: A Note From Your Teaching Assistant
- Leyendo: Connect with Your Classmates
- Cuestionario de práctica: What Are Your Goals?
- Leyendo: Course Resources
- Leyendo: Earn A Course Certificate
- Cuadro de aviso de la discusión: Share YOUR Music Theory Resources
Compose The First A Section
This week, we will work on composing and performing the first A section for our project. We will also do a short review of the popular chord progressions we learned about throughout this specialization. If you need help or feel stumped, reach out to your classmates for help!
1 video, 1 reading, 1 practice quiz
- Leyendo: Popular Chord Progressions
- Cuadro de aviso de la discusión: What is your Inspiration: Week 1
- Cuadro de aviso de la discusión: Helpful Resources: Week 1
- Cuestionario de práctica: Ear Training Practice
- Revisión por el compañero: The First A Section
WEEK 2
Compose The Second A Section
This week, we will work on composing and performing the second A section for our project. Remember, your classmates are a great resource. If you need help, check out the forums or connect on the Facebook group!
1 video, 1 practice quiz
- Cuadro de aviso de la discusión: What is your Inspiration: Week 2
- Cuadro de aviso de la discusión: Helpful Resources: Week 2
- Cuestionario de práctica: Ear Training Practice
- Revisión por el compañero: The Second A Section
WEEK 3
Compose The B Section
This week, we will work on composing and performing the B section for our project. We will be modulating from the original key in the B section, so this week may be a little complicated. If you need help, ask your classmates for their advice.
1 video, 1 reading
- Leyendo: B Section Chord Progression Options
- Cuadro de aviso de la discusión: What is your Inspiration: Week 3
- Cuadro de aviso de la discusión: Helpful Resources: Week 3
- Revisión por el compañero: The B Section
WEEK 4
Compose The Last A Section and a Melody
For the final week, we will work on composing and performing the final A section for our project. If you need help or feel stumped, reach out to your classmates for help!
2 videos
- Cuadro de aviso de la discusión: What is your Inspiration: Week 4
- Cuadro de aviso de la discusión: Helpful Resources: Week 4
- Video: Congratulations!
Graded: Identify Intervals, Chords, and Progressions
Graded: The Final A Section
FAQs
How It Works
Trabajo del curso
Cada curso es como un libro de texto interactivo, con videos pregrabados, cuestionarios y proyectos.
Ayuda de tus compañeros
Conéctate con miles de estudiantes y debate ideas y materiales del curso, y obtén ayuda para dominar los conceptos.
Certificados
Obtén reconocimiento oficial por tu trabajo y comparte tu éxito con amigos, compañeros y empleadores.
Creators
Berklee College of Music
Berklee College of Music was founded on the revolutionary principle that the best way to prepare students for careers in music is through the study and practice of contemporary music. For more than half a century, the college has evolved to reflect the state of the art of music and the music business. Berklee serves distance learners worldwide through its award-winning online extension school, Berklee Online.
Pricing
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| Earn a shareable Course Certificate | Available |
Ratings and Reviews
A big thanks to the Berklee team and to the professor, George for all the enthusiasm and knowledge! This won't be my last Berklee course!
I really enjoyed the course and those before it. Initially, I was not sure about my ability to succeed in the sequence, but I was really encouraged and driven by Professor Russell and his enthusiasm toward the courses. The only downside to the Capstone project was that the teaching assistant did not add me to the FB page or respond to a couple of questions I had along the way. THanks!
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Learned a ton about harmony and song writing. Very approachable material, presented by a pleasant instructor.