Guiding Principles

BIG IDEAS & ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS

Creativity

What is expression? Where do ideas come from?
How do artists use tools to create what they imagine?
How can you find originality within a set of a restrictions?
In the absence of inspiration, how can discipline lead to producing results?

Voice & Style

How do you define the music you make?
What can you learn from the music that influences you ?
How you do you move from imitating, to innovating?

ENDURING UNDERSTANDINGS

Musical expression is different for everyone, and the creative process varies from person to person. By paying attention to what inspires you, whether it be a sound, instrument, a melody, or even simply a feeling, you can discover the spark that will lead to a musical idea.
With an understanding of the basic tools of digital audio production, you will find more options and choices at your disposal, from using the technology to capture and edit an idea with precision and efficiency, to creatively taking sounds to unexpected places through the use of audio effects.
Working within a set of restrictions can free you up to focus on exploring the creative possibilities of the core elements of a composition. A song or piece is only the sum of its parts – when attention and effort are put into even the smallest steps, the piece will be stronger.
The ability to transform a musical idea into a finished composition is the result of inspiration, time management, discipline, and followthrough.
Music Technology has made it possibly to create nearly any sound imaginable, and has continued to evolve. With patience, the willingness to experiment, and an understanding of the basic tools, there is always a way to realize your ideas.
Knowing how to properly label your music will open doors to more professional opportunities and reaching an audience.
Developing an ear for the music that inspires you is an important step to unlocking your own musical identity, tastes, and direction. Through critical listening and analysis, you will begin to put more tricks in your musical toolkit.

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