Jordan M. Holloway offers comprehensive and inspiring composition lessons designed to unlock the unique musical voice within each student. Welcoming individuals aged 14 and above—from complete beginners with a passion for music to aspiring college applicants and adult learners—Jordan provides a supportive and dynamic learning environment. His teaching philosophy centers on empowering students to compose the music they envision, rather than prescribing a specific style. While encouraging exploration across diverse musical horizons, Jordan ensures a strong foundation in essential music theory and instrumental skills, developing these alongside compositional craft. Students will focus on honing their command of melody, harmony, rhythm, and orchestration, all crucial elements for developing a distinctive artistic identity.

 

For high school students, Jordan offers expert guidance in preparing competitive portfolios for university composition programs, and he is dedicated to helping all students achieve their professional and creative goals. Beyond private instruction, Jordan also runs the "Jordan M. Holloway - Composer," YouTube channel, a robust educational resource featuring dozens of videos on orchestration, harmonic language, melody writing, and in-depth score study. You can listen to his music on this media page, or sign up for a free trial lesson here.

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