Course Overview:

The offered Composition Course led by Mehdi Hosseini focuses on creating and composing music that is steeped in the basics of oriental music theory, with an emphasis on writing, and practical musicianship.

This semester course will be of interest  to young and emerging composers who are interested in or are influenced by Far and Middle Eastern philosophy and musical culture, so that participants can explore alternative approaches in music composition art, in which they will be prepared for the next creative steps in learning and using New Music styles.

This online Course will give participants the opportunity to work on their music compositions for several months, which gives students additional flexible time to focus and work on their music writing. It will provide the participants with a minimum of 12 hours of individual lessons with Mehdi Hosseini.  Each 1 hour lesson uses online programs such as Zoom, Google Meet, and Skype.

By the end of the course, participants’ final composition will be performed and recorded by Ensembles that are specializing in the performance of new music, such as the ‘Répons Ensemble’, ‘Moscow Contemporary Music Ensemble’, and ‘Vacuum Quartet’.

Duration of the Semester Course and Dates:
● The Semester course will run from October 21, 2025, to March 14, 2026.

Tuition Fees:
● The Course fee of 790 Euros must be paid fully via a bank to bank money transfer payment or be paid by credit or debit card up-front.
● Under special circumstances, providing needed information, it is possible to pay the tuition fee in two installments.
● Paid course fees are non-refundable.

Application Deadline: 24th September 2025

The goal of private lessons is to provide participants with individual guidance and support to work on and review their compositions .
Whether you are currently working on a music project or thinking about starting a new piece of work, you will get constructive direction and effective feedback on your pieces of music.

Each 90 minutes lesson uses online programs such as Zoom, Google Meet, and Skype.
Private Lesson Tuition: 110 Euros