
COLLECTIVE MUSIC ACADEMY
THE COLLECTIVE MUSIC ACADEMY IS A PRIVATE INSTRUCTIONAL MUSIC SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT FOR THE TEACHING OF FUNDAMENTAL MECHANICS AND TECHNICAL SKILL SETS FOR VOCALISTS AND GUITARISTS OF ALL AGES.
This unique environment boasts a state-of-the-art professional demo recording facility to assist the process. In addition (upon request) the academy training includes introductory, intermediate and advanced songwriting instruction.
Vocals
- 45-minute private lesson
- Preparation for auditions, public performance and practical exams
(Secondary & Post-secondary) - Development of vocal mechanics & technique
- Assessment of natural vocal range & falsetto voice
- Vocal exercises to improve areas of growth
- Instructional care of the voice
- Understanding of the anatomy of the human voice
Songwriting
- 45-minute private or group lesson
- Understanding the structure & purpose of good writing
- Music, melody & lyric composition (“hook” writing)
- Arrangement & orchestration
- Identifying song elements, song structure & song form
- Revenue streams & how to market & sell your music (performance and/or medium)
MUSIC THEORY
- 45-minute private or group lesson
- Qualified instructor (UMTC & honorary RCM member)
- Preparation for RCM exams
- Understanding of basic music theory concepts
- Learning how to read music
- Identifying key signatures and key changes
Guitar
- 45-minute private lesson
- Selection & care of the instrument
- Development of basic rhythm “feels” & finger picking concepts
- Chord knowledge & scale development
- Alternate tunings (drop “D”, Open “D”, DADGAD, Open “G”, etc.)
- Charting songs
- Transposing song keys
Band/Group
- 1 – 3 hour private &/or group consultation
- Branding & image development
- Band member contract agreement
- Delegating band member responsibilities
- Identifying & developing your “sound”
- Selection & maintenance of equipment
- Preparing for auditions & performances
- Building your “team” (lawyer, manager, agent, publicist)
- Associations & Affiliations (AFM, ACTRA, SAC, SOCAN, RE*SOUND, CARAS, CMRRA, CMPA)
For competitive rates email: collective@danclancy.com