The biggest step forward I ever took as a musician was a result of an evening course I attended run by Clive Cockburn. It wasn't that I didn't know any of the music theory he taught - but more that he changed my perception and taught me to understand and use that knowledge much more productively - and my song writing and arranging abilities were hugely enhanced as a result.

The Contemporary Music Course is a collection of short, easy to follow video lessons developed over several years by a professional composer.

As you go through this course you will learn The Language of Music, about Chords and Harmony and much more. This means you will be able to read music and communicate your ideas to musicians so they can help you create your music. You will also be able to play the music of other musicians in a recording studio or concert.

Your understanding of harmony will enable you to write the score for an orchestra of any size, a jazz/rock horn section or a rhythm section. The fundamentals of the Two Part Harmony and Counterpoint module may be extended to writing for a String Quartet and you can develop this skill for the rest of your life.

This course is designed for independent students and music teachers who want a resource for their students to use at school or at home, using a media with which they are comfortable. Even students with literacy problems can now study music.

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For Independent Students

Are you an independent student who wants to learn music at your own pace?

Only pay a one time subscription of $99.95 (NZD) for a lifetime of access.

For Educators

Are you an educator with multiple students?
One low annual subscription covers all your students.

Complete access to the Contemporary Music Course for the teacher and their students for just $99.95 (NZD) annually.

This is an appealing, comprehensive multi-level programme which sits well with current learning objectives - and affordable also.

Stephanie Lees

Teacher and Education Manager - NZ Music Commission