Richardus
Cochlearius
What Can I Do for You?
In the world of music, the Musicus Practicus embarks on a transformative journey, a rollercoaster of excitement, fun, and challenges.
The path is fraught with hurdles, trials, and mysteries waiting to be unraveled.
Many set out alone, pouring heart and effort into the pursuit, only to find unforeseen obstacles and insurmountable challenges.
Yet, in these moments of adversity, the Musicus Practicus emerges as a hero, facing fears and difficulties head-on.
Heroes, after all, aren't defined by seamless courage but by the decision courage to face with challenges despite the fear.
Every hero, no matter how great, has a guiding light—a helper who illuminates their path, offering steadfast support and guidance.
If your aspiration is to master Harmony, Counterpoint, and Partimento, envision me as your guide.
I'm here to join hands, navigating this musical odyssey together.
Tell me what you want to learn, and let's meet in a free online videocall and draw your magical learning-adventure!
Learn Partimento
The Musicus Practicus knows well how music is composed.
He is familiar with the different patterns that make up a composition.
He has a good understanding of the Galant style.
And they know how to combine different patterns to create compositions and improvisations as he prefers!
The Musicus Practicus learns all of this by practicing with Partimenti.
Learn Solmisation
The True Musicus Practicus feels, reads, and thinks music with special eyes.
The eyes of the Musicus Practicus possess a unique power: they can see elements, details, and nuances that ordinary eyes cannot perceive.
The Musicus Practicus, in fact, doesn't merely look at the notes as symbols that represent sounds but sees that hidden among those lines, there is a deeper meaning, a thought, and a profound magic.
Learn Renaissance Counterpoint
The Musicus Practicus knows how to combine different melodies in a way that they come together to create perfect harmony.
The Musicus Practicus is capable of doing this because every day, while experimenting, mixing, and working their magic with music, they must face a significant challenge: sometimes, it's not enough to combine the patterns he has in his Partimento Magic Box; it's crucial to be skilled at combining melodies with a different flavor, identity, and emotion.
Richardus has been a truly incredible teacher of music. From the Renaissance to the Romantic era, he has a wealth of knowledge and skill in composition and improvisation. He is an excellent teacher who will guide you, challenge you, and ultimately help you reach your goals quickly and efficiently.
Richardus takes complex topics like partimento and breaks them down into their constituent components, such as cadences, bass motions, suspensions, and explains each basic topic in detail. Then, he has you put them back together, always transposing to various keys and correcting any mistakes in real time. With his teaching style, partimento is fun and approachable while also being musically satisfying, and you will make consistent progress with every lesson.
Luke
24 y/o, Software Engineer, Colorado US
I am immensely enjoying the lessons with Richardus, as they put me into the mindset of a 17-18th century musician. They help me tremendously in getting closer to my current goal, being able to improvise baroque counterpoint. Even though I studied music at university, I have never received a formal improvisation education. Learning it, however, makes a big difference in terms understanding every bit of the music you play. Improvisation makes you a 'native speaker' of the musical styles you can improvise in. Just imagine the difference between an average person reciting some written text in Latin vs. Cicero doing the same!
Peter
35 y/o, nformation Technology, Neuroscience, Austria EU
I give Richardus my highest recommendation. His knowledge, materials, pedagogy, and customer service are exceptional. I have learned so much from him already and he has taken my knowledge of baroque improvisation and partimenti to a new level. Truly an outstanding teacher!
Jacob
36 y/o, Professional Jazz Pianist, New York US
Richardus is a true musicus. When it comes to learning galant and baroque improvisation you NEED someone who has truly studied this period’s music and who understands it inside and out. But also, when learning music you need someone who knows how to tailor the curriculum to each individual, and find their strengths. Both criteria are fulfilled by Richardus. Not only is he friendly and welcoming but he is also reliable, punctual, and hardworking. You absolutely will learn essential skills, and expand your knowledge under his guidance.
Will
27 y/o, Music Enthusiast, Los Angeles US
What's the Plan which better fits you?
The following plans apply to any kind of teaching and subject
Menuet Service
$ 75 USD
For those who want a single lesson, just to learn a specific thing.
- 60-minute Single Lesson
- I'll give you all the video and PDF material you need for the lesson
Suite Service
$ 140 USD
For those who want to learn in the long term, without haste, but without rest.
- 2 x 75-minute Lessons every month
- I'll give you all the video and PDF material you need for the lesson
- If you ask me, I'll record the lesson for you, so you can watch it as many times as you want!
Art of the Fugue Service
$ 350 USD
For those who want to become very good in a short time, be guided, followed and constantly motivated every day!
- 5 x 90-minute Lessons every month
- I'll give you all the video and PDF resources you need for the lesson
- If you ask me, I'll record the lesson for you, so you can watch it as many times as you want!
- I send you daily messages to remind you to do the exercises!
- Do you need help, advice, or a suggestion? Write to me and I will be happy to answer you!
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