“So, You Want to Be a Composer…”
Saturday, January 24, 2026
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Description
Many music students and teachers have a desire to try their hand at writing or arranging music, but there are an enormous number of details and considerations, and there is no instruction manual for reference. This clinic discusses the topics and issues that are most often seen by editors who review submissions so as to help aspiring composers better prepare their scores.
Speakers
Robert Sheldon
Learning Objective 1
Attendees will have insight into considerations when scoring music from an editor
Learning Objective 2
Attendees will gain knowledge regarding notation and playback options when scoring/composing from a well-known composer
Learning Objective 3
Attendees will help aspriing composers better prepare their scores for editorial review
Session Level
Middle School/Junior High, High School, Collegiate, Retired