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Exploring Music Theory, Music Composition, and Songwriting offers a profound and joyful journey into the heart of musical creation.

Music Theory, Music Composition, & Songwriting

Music Theory, Music Composition, & Songwriting Music Lessons

Exploring Music Theory, Music Composition, and Songwriting offers a profound and joyful journey into the heart of musical creation.

Music Theory provides the essential framework, unlocking the mysteries behind harmony, melody, and rhythm, allowing musicians to understand and articulate the intricate language of music.

This foundational knowledge paves the way for Music Composition, where the theory transforms into the art of crafting original pieces that resonate with emotion and complexity.

Songwriting, then, becomes the personal and expressive culmination of these skills, blending poetic lyrics with musical ingenuity to tell stories and convey feelings in a universally powerful way.

Together, these disciplines not only enrich one's appreciation and mastery of music but also open a boundless avenue for creativity and emotional expression, making the study of music an endlessly rewarding endeavor.

More about Music Lessons

(other than piano, voice, guitar, strings, and drums & percussion lessons)

For students seeking other musical experiences, we also offer individual private and group music instruction in music theory (including AP Music Theory, Certificate of Merit, and RCM tutoring and coaching), composition, and songwriting, all in our Laguna Niguel location.

Other music lessons offered at Laguna Niguel School of Music, Dennis Frayne Music Studios include:

  • Music Theory (AP Music Theory, Certificate of Merit, RCM, and more)

  • Musicianship (ear training, sight singing, audiation, playing by ear, music transcription, conducting)

  • Music Composition and Songwriting

  • Tutoring for high school AP Music Theory and assistance with college-level music theory coursework

What music study are you interested in?

“Dennis’ creativity, preparation, and attention to detail positively set the stage for learning to occur. Dennis creates an atmosphere that motivates students to take risks and challenge themselves to advance. Dennis demonstrates the desire to see students succeed through his dedication, self-evaluation, and compassionate nature.”

— Kim R.