Composition Classes

Creative Music Composition
Learn to write the music you hear and have it performed
(A unique class in composition, where your pieces are performed live at the end of the term)

This is a very special class offering participants the opportunity to learn about many different kinds of composers and their techniques, in a practical way. In this class we will look at many different styles and genres of music, and their different considerations. We will also look at practical music theory and the specifics of writing music for acoustic instruments and objects you might find lying around your house!

At the end of the term each class member will be given the opportunity to write music for a small group of professional musicians and have their music performed and recorded. This is a unique opportunity for any aspiring composer and one that shouldn't be missed.

While participants are not required to play an instrument, access to a keyboard instrument is recommended. A basic understanding of musical notation is required.

You can sign-up for this class by contacting Dylan here
for more info click:
www.dylanrynhart.com/education.html

Fuzzy Logic Ensemble in the JMI

In the latest July-August issue of the JMI, Kevin Stevens has written a great article reviewing the Bray Jazz Festival:
" Think Global, Play Local "

Below is the review he gave of FuzzyLogicEnsemble's performance in the Royal Hotel:

"Fuzzy Logic's afternoon gig at the Royal, where the band was joined by British trumpeter Tom Arthurs, was a tight, engaging display of challenging pieces by leader and composer Dylan Rynhart. Rynhart prefers the term 'orchestral jazz' to describe the band's music, reflecting his investigation of a sound range outside the big-band tradition. Tunes like 'Reflected Reasoning' and 'Spin Cycle' are extended, segmented pieces that offer intriguing textures - a unison line of voice and guitar, say, against a march of horns and Hammond organ - that constantly surprise and yet are always organic to the structure of the piece. The band was powerful and well-rehearsed, with notable contributions from all, especially Arthurs and alto saxophonist Nick Roth. Guitarist Joe O'Callaghan, drafted late to replace Lee Tobin, played superbly."

This is only a small part of an excellent article, to subscribe to the JMI,
simply goto: www.thejmi.com