Music Composition and Creativity – This course introduces students to the art and practice of composing music, starting with foundational concepts such as rhythm, melody, and creativity. Learners will study the mindset of a composer, the use of traditional and digital tools, and strategies for capturing musical ideas. The course emphasizes rhythm as the heartbeat of composition and explores how scales, motifs, and phrases develop into full melodies. Students will engage with exercises that balance theory and creativity, applying concepts to original work. By the end of the semester, learners will have produced short compositions that demonstrate rhythm, melodic development, and early steps in harmony.
