Composition workshop with Patrick Brugalières Dates: December 1 to 5, 2025
Training courses:
Fundamentals of musical writing: rhythms, melodies, variations, harmonization
Approaches to composition: instrumental, song-based, image-based
Arrangements and orchestration: sound textures, instrumental combinations, orchestration techniques
Sound creation and synthesis: sound palettes ...
Editing and formalization: software and publishing scores
The composer's professional environment
The course does not approach composition on the basis of classical theory, as is usually the case in conservatories. Instead, it deals concretely with the main constraints facing composers.
Trainer: Patrick Brugalières is a leading accordionist and accompanist of French chanson (Lio, Sardou, Gréco), composer of successful film scores (Asterix) and MAO teacher at Bordeaux University.
Trainee profile and prerequisites: Anyone wishing to begin or perfect their skills in this field with a solid foundation. Solfeggio level at least average. Good knowledge of harmony, grid reading. All instruments accepted.
Schedule: 30 hours, Monday 1:30 pm to Friday 3:45 pm B rates Pedagogy 420 € /week (+30 € for externals) Pedagogy + full-board accommodation starting at €645/week