Music theory lessons
Theory taught as musical understanding, not memorised answers: notation, rhythm, scales, harmony and school or exam topics explained clearly.
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Composition Lessons That Turn Ideas Into Understandable Music
Composition lessons help students turn musical ideas into pieces that have shape, contrast, harmony and direction.
Students learn to build melodies, motifs, rhythm, harmony, form, notation and revision habits before moving into larger creative work.
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- Available
- Online and in person in Kandy
- Teacher
- Hashini Herath
- Exam support
- Composition support can be aligned with LCM requirements where relevant, while keeping external examination expectations accurate.
Lesson policy acknowledgement
By booking or participating in lessons, you acknowledge and agree to the Parent Information & Lesson Policy.
Current Lesson Availability
Lesson places are reviewed by programme and schedule
Hashini Herath Music is currently accepting approximately 10 additional students across suitable lesson formats. Online and in-person options may vary depending on the student's level, programme and schedule.
Piano and keyboard
Limited availability
Music theory
Places available
School Western Music
Limited availability
Online lessons
Places available
O/L Western Music
Group places available
Programme offer
Composition lessons as a complete learning pathway
The lesson is planned around the student's current foundation, goal and format, not only around a subject name or monthly fee.
- Structured lessons online or in Kandy where suitable
- Individual progression within the Foundation-First Musicianship Method
- Practical training in melody writing, arrangement, beats, original music development
- Composition support can be aligned with LCM requirements where relevant, while keeping external examination expectations accurate.
- Practice guidance and teacher feedback during lessons
- Exam, school, performance or creative preparation where it fits the student's route
Who these lessons are for
- Young composers and producers
- Creative students
- Students interested in original music
What students learn
- Melody writing
- Arrangement
- Beats
- Original music development
Lesson formats
- Online composition lessons
- In-person composition lessons in Kandy
- Portfolio and project feedback
- LCM composition preparation where applicable
Teaching approach
Lessons begin with small ideas, then develop them through repetition, contrast, harmony, texture and form. Students learn to revise rather than waiting for inspiration to solve every problem.
Why Hashini's approach is different
Composition is kept distinct from production: students build musical thinking first, then connect it to sound where appropriate.
What students and parents can expect
Creative students receive structure, feedback and manageable composition goals without exaggerated promises about instant professional outcomes.
Fee guidance
Group lessons are LKR 6,000/month for four 2-hour lessons. One-to-one lessons are LKR 24,000/month for four 2-hour private lessons. The suitable format is confirmed after reviewing the student's age, level, goals and schedule.
How lessons work
A clear path from enquiry to structured learning
The enquiry is used to understand the student's level, goals and schedule before suggesting the right next step.
- 1
Submit an enquiry
- 2
Share the student's age, experience and goals
- 3
Start from the student's real foundation
- 4
Complete an introductory lesson or assessment where appropriate
- 5
Begin structured learning with individual pacing
Expected student outcomes
- Write stronger melodies and motifs
- Use harmony and form with more intention
- Notate ideas clearly in MuseScore
- Develop original pieces for study or personal projects
Common difficulties we work through
- Starting ideas but not finishing them
- Writing melodies without shape
- Using chords without direction
- Not knowing how to structure a piece
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FAQ
Do students need advanced theory first?
No. Theory helps, but students can begin composing with simple melodic and rhythmic ideas.
Can composition lessons help with portfolios?
Yes. Students can receive guidance on developing, revising and presenting original work.
Is this the same as music production?
No. Composition focuses on musical ideas, form and notation; production focuses on DAW workflow and finished audio.
Ready to ask about lessons?
Share the student's age, current level, preferred format and the lesson type you are considering. Hashini will respond with the most suitable next step.
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