Brief Introduction
Get a practical introduction to the mechanics of songwriting and meet established songwriters with this free online course
Course Summary
Learn the art of songwriting with this course that covers the basic principles of writing a song, from lyrics to melody and harmony. Explore different genres and techniques and gain insights from industry professionals.
Key Learning Points
- Understand the basic principles of songwriting
- Learn how to write lyrics, melody and harmony
- Explore different genres and techniques
- Gain insights from industry professionals
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the structure of a song
- Develop skills in writing lyrics, melody and harmony
- Explore different genres and techniques to create unique songs
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- No prior experience necessary
- Access to a computer with internet connection
Course Difficulty Level
Beginner
Course Format
- Online self-paced
- Video lectures
- Quizzes and assignments
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- Guitar Course for Beginners
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Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Ari Herstand
- Rick Barker
- Cliff Goldmacher
Related Books
Requirements
- Whether you’re a complete novice who has never written a song in their life, a budding amateur looking to develop further skills or an accomplished professional brushing up on the basics, this course will deliver comprehensive practical and theoretical knowledge to help set you on your path. While it will be useful to have access to a musical instrument this is not a requirement, you can participate in the course just using your voice or with freely available music software.
Knowledge
- Setting words to musicTime and pitchWorking with melodyChords and chord progressionsSong formsArranging your song