Compose Yourself! Registration
Compose Yourself
This class is great for ambitious high school musicians who are interested in music creation, whether they’ll be attempting their first score, or have already been composing for years, whether they’re writing pop songs, jazz or the next great symphony.
Scroll down this page to find the registration form and more info.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE JUNE 27
Learn to Write Music with ACO!
- Students will complete a new work during the semester
- Professional reading of new works by ACO musicans
- Reading sessions are recorded for inclusion in college portfolios, competitions, etc.
- Class size is limited to assure personalized attention
- Visits by renowned guest composers
While we explore both the basics and advanced approaches to the craft of composing (including creativity, orchestration, notation, and how composers complete their projects effectively), this summer we'll do it all through the lens of intentionality and social context. Our art is never created in a vacuum. It is always colored by our experiences in the world and often created with very specific intent. This summer we'll learn how each of these elements connects to and supports the others.
Special Note: It is not necessary to be local to New York to participate in Compose Yourself!. We regularly accommodate students from across the world via our hybrid and Zoom classes.
Important Info
This Class is for:
HIGH SCHOOL aged students (rising 9th graders through recent graduates)
Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays - August 4, 6, 11, 13, 20, 25. Reading Session on August 27. Students will be assigned EITHER to the morning class (10am-12:30) or afternoon class (1:30-4pm)
Classes will meet:
Classes will be held at an ACO partner facility in Midtown Manhattan such as the Resnick Education Wing at Carnegie Hall
Other Requirements
Students are required to attend ALL sessions.
Although we're open to and often explore alternative approaches, students need to be comfortable with written music notation.
Tuition
$750*
*ACO is committed to assuring that all interested students are able to participate, regardless of need. Look for the appropriate check box on the registration form below to inquire about scholarships and financial aid. Through generous funding from the Fromm Foundation, in addition to our standard scholarship program, we’re able to offer a limited number of FULL SCHOLARSHIPS to students who might not otherwise be able to participate in this program.
Registration
Fill out and submit the form below – you’ll need to scroll through this section to see all the questions. When you hit “Submit”, you’ll receive a confirmation that your registration has been received.
Questions & Information
If you have any questions or would like further information on how you child could benefit from ACO Education programming:
contact Kevin James, Education Director at education@americancomposers.org