Hi,

I was wondering what would be a suitable study if you just want to study composition and orchestration.
I do not wish to pursue a study with emphasis on practial/instrument playing.
I do play several instruments but I want to study musical composition and orchestration specifically.

Any ideas?

Have you taken all the theory grades? After my Grade 8 (this Saturday) I'm planning to take a ATCL in Theory and Composition, and then the LTCL level has two diplomas - one theory and one composition.

On the way through the Theory grades you can also do Composition grades - these are postal exams submitted to LCM.

Hi
Thanks for the tips. No I havent passed all my grades yet but I am orientating already to find out what to do, what the cost will be, start saving money so thats why I am already on top of it.

Going to look into this now

Many local authorities offer evening classes in music appreciation. It would be a good plan to find one of these in your area and sign up.

I see they operate from Ireland as well (LCM). Can you follow classes for this or can I do this study at home?



Thanks for the tip but thats not really what I am looking for

You work from home on your own initiative - I think you'd need a teacher though. Self-taught is possible up to about grade 5 theory but after that it's vastly easier with a good teacher. Getting some keyboard skills is pretty much essential too.