This course is part of the Developing Your Musicianship Specialization

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George W. Russell, Jr.

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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.

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Intermediate Level

Learners should complete the three courses in Berklee's Developing Your Musicianship specialization before enrolling in this course.

Approx. 9 hours to complete

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What you will learn

Compose an AABA style song
Practice and perform your composition on your instrument
Create a simple recording of you performing your composition
Develop your ear by identify intervals, chords, and chord progressions

Skills you will gain

Music notation
Music composition
Piano

Flexible deadlines

Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.

Shareable Certificate

Earn a Certificate upon completion

100% online

Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.

Course 4 of 4 in the

Developing Your Musicianship Specialization

Intermediate Level

Learners should complete the three courses in Berklee's Developing Your Musicianship specialization before enrolling in this course.

Approx. 9 hours to complete

English

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George W. Russell, Jr.
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Berklee

Established in 1945, Berklee is at the forefront of contemporary music education, bringing its award-winning curriculum to more than 3.5 million students around the world. Currently comprising Berklee College of Music, Berklee Online, Boston Conservatory at Berklee, Berklee NYC, Berklee Summer Programs, and more, Berklee is shaping the key players of tomorrow’s music industry. With innovative programs in performance, production, business, theater, dance, and more, students come away from their Berklee experience with a professional portfolio, practical job skills, and a strong sense of community.

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

Week1

Week 1

2 hours to complete

Welcome to the Developing Your Musicianship Finale Project!

2 hours to complete

1 video (Total 1 min), 5 readings, 1 quiz

2 hours to complete

Compose The First A Section

2 hours to complete

1 video (Total 7 min), 2 readings, 2 quizzes

Week2

Week 2

2 hours to complete

Compose The Second A Section

2 hours to complete

1 video (Total 4 min), 1 reading, 2 quizzes

Week3

Week 3

2 hours to complete

Compose The B Section

2 hours to complete

1 video (Total 4 min), 2 readings, 1 quiz

Week4

Week 4

2 hours to complete

Compose The Last A Section and a Melody

2 hours to complete

2 videos (Total 10 min), 1 reading, 2 quizzes

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TOP REVIEWS FROM DEVELOPING YOUR MUSICIANSHIP: FINAL PROJECT

by SDSep 11, 2018

thabk you, prof. russel, for such a womderful journey. i’ve got so much along the way. and it was so much fun. feelimg grateful.

by SSMar 12, 2017

Good course. Good opportunity to learn theory and create own songs.

by SSJun 3, 2021

Amazing!! George W. Russell Jr is the best. Thank you

by JBSep 12, 2019

Thank you! I'm felling so happy with this courses! Mr. Russell is amazing! Thanks!

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About the Developing Your Musicianship Specialization

Nurture your love for, and understanding of, music with this specialization. Learn the fundamentals of music theory, including major and minor tonalities, chord scales, song forms, and chord qualities. You’ll also practice training your ear to hear and recognize various intervals, chord progressions, and chord qualities. For the Capstone project, you will directly apply the knowledge you’ve gained to write and perform a short musical composition. This specialization begins with the basics of music and builds to more advanced concepts, providing you the knowledge you need to improve your skills as a musician.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
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The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.
What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

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