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What Level Am I?

Violinist Silhouette

1

Complete Beginner to Novice

This level is for students who are brand new to music composition. Maybe you play an instrument, maybe you don’t—but you’ve got ideas, curiosity, or a love of sound. This guide will break composition down into manageable steps.

2

Novice to Intermediate

You’ve written short pieces, phrases, or tried some arranging. You might know a few chords or work in a DAW. This level helps you build real structure, connect musical ideas, and start writing for more than one instrument.

3

Intermediate to Advanced

You compose for multiple instruments and write longer works. This level challenges you to go beyond “what sounds good” and explore deeper musical concepts. Contact us to request an assessment of your skills.

This directory serves as a curated selection of high-caliber outside (English) resources designed to bridge the gap wherever you are as a composition student. Select a category which matches your needs best and you'll find many videos, articles, tutorials, and more.

Curated Resource Directory (English)

Music Theory Fundamentals

Aural & Ear Training

Counterpoint & Harmony

Orchestration Basics

Software and Production

Music History & Score Study

Jazz & Contemporary

Film & Video Game Music

Extended Techniques

Music Business & Legal Rights

Music Psychology

World Theory & Music

Violin Shop

NEW OPPORTUNITY

Composition Feedback

We invite you to share your music compositions with us to receive constructive feedback—for free. We’re here to help you grow, and we don't want cost to be a barrier. Thank you for sharing your passion with us!

IYCSY Interview with Dr. Chi-Hin Leung (English)
Adam Menicucci

IYCSY Interview with Dr. Chi-Hin Leung (English)

Contact us with any questions, concerns, feedback, comments—anything!

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