Epic Opening Numbers...How Do They Do That?

In this video, Michael breaks down the components of the Musical Theatre Opening Number. He talks about what they do, why they do it, where they can go wrong, and does so with plenty of examples!


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How To Create A Good Story Structure (Part 2)

In this Part 2 video of the 3-Part story structure miniseries, Michael discusses the inner mechanics of musical storytelling and how they are standardly utilized. Key concepts included are: Character Journeys, Song Placement, Emotional Arc, and Pacing.


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Learn more about The King’s Legacy on the website:

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https://youtu.be/YSp0q-6KQeo


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