Pop Rock Composition Course: Your Gateway to Success

The CPM’s First and Second Level Academic Diploma in Pop Rock Composition stands as a unique educational excellence in Italy. Since 2008, it has trained numerous nationally and internationally renowned producers and composers. Thanks to official recognition (by Ministerial Decree n.475 of May 27, 2022), the course is now equivalent to a Bachelor’s + Master’s Degree, offering students a highly qualified preparation to enter the production sector.
The program ensures thorough theoretical and practical preparation, equipping students with the skills needed to excel as leaders on the national and international music scene.

Why Choose the Pop Rock Composition Course at CPM?

• Official Recognition: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree.
• Outstanding Faculty: 20+ internationally renowned artists and professionals.
• Cutting-Edge Facilities: Lessons onsite and in well known studios such as Alari Park Studios and Core-T-Zone.
• Diverse Career Opportunities: Comprehensive preparation for various musical contexts.

A Unique and Cutting-Edge Training Path

The course is built on three core pillars: composing, arranging, and producing, which are essential for collaborating with renowned artists or developing high-level personal projects. The academic program includes between 580 and 596 hours of annual lessons, split between theoretical and practical subjects.

Theoretical Subjects

Students will gain a solid cultural and technical foundation, covering:

• Harmony and Techniques of Arrangement and Orchestration: Essential for writing in any style and genre.
• Synthesis and MIDI: To program and manage both virtual and real instruments.
• Music History and Ear Training: To develop analytical skills and apply them to new sounds.
• Legal & Business: Understanding rights and contractual aspects of the profession, including copyright.

Practical Experiences and Workshops

Practical training is at the heart of the program, including:

• Music Composition and Production: analysing and creating tracks across various genres and arrangements, from classic to modern.
• Film Scoring: Composing for movies, TV series, and contemporary media.
• D.E.M.O. Project: creating a real production as a team with session musicians and engineers.
• Lyrics Writing: Understanding and developing songwriting.
• Complementary Instruments: Training in piano and another instrument between voice or guitar.

A Two-Year Academic Program for Specialization

The Two-Year Academic Program in Pop Rock Composition delves deeper into composition techniques, including:

• Audio Technologies and Recording Techniques: Refining sound management starting from its acquisition.
• Film Scoring: Creating broad structures suitable for soundtracks.
• Live Electronics Execution Environments: Experiments and performances with cutting-edge studio and stage technologies.
• Contemporary Writing: Exploring new expressive forms in music.

A Team of Professionals Supporting Students

The course is led by Diego Maggi and Lorenzo Cazzaniga, joined by prestigious faculty members such as Fabio Nuzzolese, Mell Morcone, Alex Trecarichi, Giovanni Boscariol, and Gabriele Comeglio. Thanks to their experience, students learn from professionals who work daily alongside internationally renowned artists.

See the complete list of instructors here.

Career Opportunities

The Academic Diploma and diverse studies provide access to numerous job opportunities, including:

• Composer, Arranger, and Music Producer: Creating songs, albums, or soundtracks, both independently and in collaboration with other artists and creatives.
• Music Consultant: Providing expertise in selecting soundtracks and playlists for events, TV, radio, and film productions.
• Sound Designer for Film and Media: Crafting compositions and soundscapes for movies and video games.
• Artistic Director: Overseeing musical productions in the recording or live event industries.
• Live Musician: Performing on stage or creating and managing sequences for live shows.

How to Apply?

Join CPM Music Institute and start your journey toward a successful career in Pop Rock Composition.
To enroll and for inquiries, contact us!

FAQ about the Pop Rock Composition Course

1. What are the requirements to access the course?

Yes, knowledge of musical fundamentals, theory, harmony, and score reading is essential, along with basic proficiency in a musical instrument if possible. See HERE for a full list of requirements.
Alternatively, we offer a preparatory Electronic Music Producer course that provides these skills and prepares for admission to the Academic Diploma while including a specific focus on electronic music.

Yes, the Academic Diploma is recognized in countries adopting the European equivalence system.

After an introductory interview (bookable HERE), a detailed and personalized quote with all costs and payment solutions will be provided.

Yes, a schedule of lessons and timings will be provided at the start of the academic year, from October to July, allowing personal planning. However, attendance to at least 75% of the lessons is mandatory.

The course includes detailed studies of major DAWs, plugins, and music notation software. Our instructors, being active professionals, also explore the latest market trends and technologies during lessons, including the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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