Classes & Lessons

Introduction to Composition

Fall | Glen Echo Park | Group Classes | Music Theory and Composition

Date & Time: Sundays | Sep 6-Nov 29, 2026 | 10:00 AM-12:00 PM | No class: Sep 27, 2026, Nov 1, 2026, Nov 8, 2026
Location: Washington Conservatory of Music
Tuition: $400

Class Description

This foundational course explores a variety of creative approaches to composing music, with an emphasis on modern and experimental techniques. Students write music regularly, receive personalized feedback, and study musical examples that match their interests. Through listening, discussion, and hands-on projects, students develop their own musical ideas and learn to express them clearly across different musical settings. The course offers a supportive, workshop-style environment focused on creative discovery and individual artistic growth.

Instructor(s)

Jean-Patrick Besingrand

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