Music theory lessons
Build the foundation that makes everything else click. From reading notation to understanding harmony - taught in a way that genuinely makes sense to young minds.
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Music Composition Lessons Online and in Kandy
Music composition lessons help students turn musical ideas into complete, understandable pieces. Hashini teaches melody, rhythm, harmony, motifs, form, emotional expression, arranging, orchestration basics, notation and portfolio development.
Students may compose for piano, voice, small ensembles, school work, personal projects or examination-related composition tasks where applicable. MuseScore can be used to develop notation skills and present work clearly.
Quick details
- 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
Limited spaces are currently available for selected piano, music theory and School Western Music programmes. Online and in-person options may vary depending on the programme, level 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
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 musical ideas, then develop them through repetition, contrast, harmony, texture and form. Students learn to revise their work rather than waiting for inspiration to solve every problem.
Why Hashini's approach is different
Hashini's experience as a composer, pianist and producer allows students to learn composition as a living creative process, separate from but connected to production.
What students and parents can expect
Creative students receive structure, feedback and manageable composition goals. The focus is on musical growth, not inflated promises about instant professional outcomes.
Fee guidance
Lesson fees vary depending on the programme, lesson format, level, duration and frequency. Current fee information is provided after reviewing the student's age, goals and preferred 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
Receive suitable lesson, schedule and fee options
- 4
Complete an introductory lesson or assessment where appropriate
- 5
Begin a structured learning plan
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 beginners can start 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, while production focuses on recording, DAW workflow and finishing tracks.
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.
Send a lesson enquiry