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For Composers Who Want Greater Technique 3rd EDITION: Revised December 2019 Designed for composers who have basic musicianship skills, this program begins with an explanation of the creative process and proceeds to provide composers with several exercises to improve technique. Composers receive multi-level exercises designed to improve the ear and analytical ability through practical composition exercises. Develop Composition Skill Through a Daily Practice Routine Grab a napkin and start notating your ideas anywhere Performers have scales, arpeggios, and repertoire to help develop technique. Studying an instrument requires a formal program of instruction that's designed to develop technique and skill. As a composer, you can also develop your technique so that when inspiration hits, you're ready to write down your ideas. Inspired by Master Composer, Johann Sebastian Bach A fugue a day for breakfast helped Bach become one of the greatest composers ever Bach was known for his ability to create music quickly. He reportedly composed a composition every morning as a warm-up exercise. For composers, the old maxim of "use it or lose it" is absolutely true. The more you compose, the better you'll become. Developing a better overall technique requires practice. Any composer can improve, but it requires work and challenging exercises to achieve mastery of your craft. Complete time-tested exercises and develop your practice routine to become a more effective composer. The Technique Builder Course Take the first step towards writing more effective compositions Each chapter provides insight into the technical side of composing music. Create a practice routine, and get to work improving your ability to compose effective music. Increase your knowledge and accomplish the following goals: Create a program to develop your technique Learn to analyze scores and hear printed mu