Melody Composing

FM Pop Music School is most well-known for our signature songwriting classes. Founded by veteran song composers/ producers Eric Ng 黄韵仁 and Jim Lim 林棋玉, alongside with veteran lyricist Xiaohan 小寒, the school has a massive track record with students having written songs for renowned artistes such as Stefanie Sun, Hebe Tien, Andy Lau and more!

Basic Melody Composing Course

Always wanted to write songs that create a lasting impression on the listener? This melody composing course aims to instil a strong foundation in songwriting, as well as formulas, tips and tricks for writing catchy hooks and melodies. Guided by our instructors, works with potential will be pitched into the music industry.

Taught by current practitioners in the music industry, you can be assured our course content remains relevant and true to the music industry of today. This course is catered for students who are interested in melody composing and want to find out how to get started.

Next Intake!
Date: 25 November 2019
Time: 7:30 PM – 9PM
Venue: FM Pop Music School
Price: $320/mth
Class Size: 6 – 15 Pax
No. of Lessons: 24 Lessons ( Approx. 6 Months)
*Conducted in both English and Mandarin

What you will learn:

• Song Structure
• Basic Music Theory (Notes, Chords, Rhythm, etc)
• Music Genres
• Music recording software setup
• Music arrangement awareness
• Melody Study (Elements of a melody + Motifs)
• Drum Studies (Groove)
• Demo Production Introduction
• Micro and Macro Structures of a Melody
• Advanced Theory (Application of Secondary Dominants and Non-Diatonic Chords)
• Practical Lessons:Students will be given assignments based on what they have learnt during the lectures to compose and do a demo for their song. The songs will be presented in class and evaluated by the lecturers.

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Advance Melody Composing Course With
Eric Ng and Jim Lim

This professional melody composing course is tailored for semi-professionals who have had some experience in the industry, and is taught by award-winning composer Eric Ng 黄韵仁 and award-winning composer 林棋玉. Sharing trade secrets, tips and tricks, and their personal experience in the industry, this course is definitely not to be missed for all serious musicians looking at making a breakthrough in their careers! Aspiring songwriters will get to have a taste of what goes on in the music industry working as a hit songwriter and will have a solid foundation of what goes behind the success of a hit song . Unsigned trainees will have the chance to be offered a trainee writer contract over the course period for the compositions written during class.

Next Intake!
Date: 8 October 2019
Time: 7:30 PM – 9PM
Venue: FM Pop Music School
Price: $640/mth
Class Size: 6 – 15 Pax
No. of Lessons: 50 Lessons ( Approx. 12.5 Months)

What you will learn:

• How to develop the melody of your song and create a “hook” that leaves a lasting impression on the listener
• Regular assignments/song reviews given to reinforce topics covered
• Having hands on experience composing for song requests from the music industry, including top artists looking for their next big hit
• Experiencing a music production/arrangement run through with today’s hit makers
• Understanding the role of vocals in melody composing
• Productive songwriting thought processes
• Basic demo arrangement awareness
• Understanding and composing for current popular genres
• Instrument and Vocal Micing techniques for the Home Studio
• Mixing strategies to make your demo stand out
• Understanding the industry’s workings and knowledge of your copyright
• Thoughts and considerations in composing for a specified singer
• Marketing yourself for a career in hit songwriting

Pre-requisite for Signature Hit Melody Composing Course
Applicants need to have songwriting experience, basic knowledge of a musical instrument and able to present their songs through a basic demo recording with vocals. We will require applicants to send in 2 of their best works (Demos) in mp3 format for assessment by our instructors.

How to submit
Start date for submissions: 1 August 2019
Deadline for submission: 1 October 2019
Send in your completed works to songwriter@fmmusic.com.sg with the following details:

• Email header: Advance Melody Composing Course Demo Submission
• 1) Name
• 2) Contact Number
• 3) Gender
• 4) Age
• 5) Nationality
• 6) Current employer (if any)

Submission of Demos is subjected to assessment requirements. Email your enquiries and interest to admin@fmmusic.com.sg.

NAC Capability Development Grant
For NAC Capability Development Grant Applicants and Non Grant Applicants Timeline details, please refer here. This courses is eligible to apply for the NAC Capability Development Grant, which can subsidise up to 70% of the course fees. More information about the grant can be found at NAC website.

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