COMPOSER By: Meisha Thompson

What is a Composer?

A composer is someone who writes a music piece for theatre, TV, radio, film, computer games and other areas where music is needed. The music should be properly notated so as to guide the musician’s properly.

What does a producer do? The main task of the composer is to transcribe

an unique composition for a precise project. The part will then be performed by a musician or an ensemble.

The composer makes sure that the composition suits the project; as in the case of film scores where the music should help move the story without overpowering the scene. The music he writes may be instrumental or have lyrics and may be in various styles such as classical, jazz, country or folk.

What are the educational things you would need to become a producer ?

Most originators have strong experiences in music theory, composition, orchestration and harmony. However, there are many composers who don't have formal training. Composers like Edward Elgar, Karl Lawrence King, Amy Beach, Dizzy Gillespie and Heitor Villa-Lobos were typically self-taught.

What are the qualities of a good composer? A decent composer has new thoughts, is

original, versatile, not scared to test new things , willing to cooperate and of course, passionate about writing music. Most composers know how to play several different instruments, and can carry a tune and have a good ear.

School suggestion for studying to become composer

Stanford University Vanderbilt University Cornell University Boston University University of Miami

What are the educational requirements to become a composer

Baccalaureate Degree Admission to a four-year program in music

composition likely will require that you send in a portfolio of original compositions. If accepted, your program should provide you with a firm foundation in music and composition, including ear exercise, piano services, and music theory coursework. Additionally, it's common to take conducting, music history, and harmony and counterpoint classes.

Baccalaureate Degree Admission to a four-year program in

music arrangement likely will need that you send in a portfolio of original compositions. If accepted, your program must offer you with a firm foundation in music and arrangement, including ear training, piano skills, and music theory coursework. Additionally, it's common to take conducting, music history, and harmony and counterpoint classes.

Doctorate Degree Doctoral programs in composition are

highly competitive. To be considered for such a program, you usually must have a master's degree in music, submit innovative pieces of work, and pass a music history and theory exam.

Degree options

Ethnomusicology Recording Arts Worship Ethnomusicology

Reference

http://musiced.about.com/od/musiccareers/p/composer.htm

http://study.com/articles/Music_Composer_Career_Info_and_Requirements_for_Becoming_a_Professional_Composer.html