Compose Impressionist Music in the Style of Debussy with Dr. Olyver

Compose Impressionist Music in the Style of Debussy with Dr. Olyver

Immerse yourself in the shimmering world of Impressionist music by composing in the style of Claude Debussy. Ideal for advanced level composers and performers, this course will guide you through the techniques that define Debussy’s sound, from his innovative use of harmony to his evocative, nature-inspired imagery.

What You Will Learn:

• Techniques for creating colorful harmonies, including the use of extended chords and modal scales.
• Understanding Debussy’s approach to rhythm and fluid, non-traditional structures.
• Exploring Impressionist textures and tone colors to create atmospheric soundscapes.
• Using parallel harmonies and whole-tone scales to achieve Debussy’s unique tonal effects.
• Analytical skills to deconstruct Debussy’s works and apply these techniques to your compositions.

Course Format:

• 5 x 45-Minute Online Sessions – Conducted on Zoom, each session is tailored to help you explore Debussy’s musical language with hands-on guidance from Dr. Olyver. 

• Get targeted homework assignments to complete in-between lessons designed to elevate your skills, accompanied by detailed feedback

• Spread the 5 lessons out to be as close together or as spread out as you like.