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Write a Song

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Overview

Have you ever had a musical idea, melody, or great lyrical phrase bouncing around your head—but don't know what to do next? This learning path can help you take a great concept and build it out into a song. Learn tips and tricks from the pros to help make songwriting a part of your life and career.
  • Learn the basics of songwriting.
  • Explore songwriting techniques to help your creative process flow more naturally.
  • Transform songwriting into a career or full-time hobby.

Syllabus

Courses under this program:
Course 1: Introduction to Songwriting
-Find out what it takes to become a successful songwriter. Learn about the skills you need and the jobs available in songwriting.

Course 2: Music Theory for Songwriters: The Fundamentals
-Professional musician Julian Velard covers the basics of music theory through the lens of songwriting. Explore intervals, chord progressions, voice leading, song forms, and more.

Course 3: Songwriting Techniques with Chords
-Learn about writing songs with chords, and how altering chords can add depth to your music. Discover many ways to use chords from harmonizing a melody to forming an entire song.

Course 4: One-Minute Songwriting Tips
-Get a breakdown the secrets of great songwriters. Get a dose of songwriting inspiration and technical insights for writing better songs and making it in the music business.

Course 5: 20 Unofficial Rules of Songwriting
-Professional songwriter Cliff Goldmacher reveals 20 unofficial songwriting rules that can make your songs more engaging and memorable.

Course 6: Insights from a Professional Songwriter
-Ever wonder what it takes to be a professional songwriter? Explore Cliff Goldmacher's insights on the business of songwriting, such as getting a publishing deal and writing a hit.

Courses

Taught by

Cliff Goldmacher and Julian Velard

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