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Learn to become a mini performer with a basic introduction to Garage Band. By the end of a few lessons you will have created your own hit

For those of you wishing to learn ho to compose your own music using GarageBand then look no further to some of the basic advice in creating your top best hits.

You will need to have a keyboard that can be connected to a MacBook or Mac.

I will guide you through what will sounds are suitable for your own composition.

Extra information

Have pen and paper. Musical knowledge to at least Grade 2

Location

Online via webcam
At teacher's location: Slough, UK

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General info

Age:
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Duration:
60 minutes
The class is taught in:English

About Me

With over 50 years of experience in Music/Piano studies and continuing study in the world of Theatre/Stage and Music in Edinburgh - John can help guide you through the world of Music and Entertainment.

Having several stage shows under his belt such as Grease, Fame, Oklahoma, The Miser, Our Town and with participation in Radio and TV - John proved that having composed Music for the likes of James Bond and Baywatch it has given him an insight into the world of show business. He was asked to perform for Cat's Musical at the Theatre Royal Windsor.

John is currently working on his first 80's-90's revival album to which he believes that was the best era of SONGWRITING AND DANCE.

He has composed music for Princess Diana, and Sir Sean Connery

Education

Edinburgh, Scotland
Music qualifications through Trinity College of Music and London College of Music.
Anniesland College of Further Education in Glasgow
Edinburgh Acting School, Edinburgh Scotland

Experience / Qualifications

Music, Drama, Production, Stage, Theatre, Composition, TV, Film and teaching for examinations in Music and Theory
Training students on Logic Pro X and Garage Band to be creative in their production
I am a very successful piano teacher with over 50 years of playing piano and 15 years teaching. I love teaching music and offering my skills to help others achieve their own dreams and ambitions with music. My teaching methods are fun and straightforward. Most if my students see now undertaking Trinity Exams and prefer online lessons and examinations.

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