Intro to Songwriting at the Piano for Kids
In this 6 week course, learners will master the first basic chord progression and discover how to create melodies on top of it to compose their own songs.
Adrienne L Schroeder
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(1)
What's included
6 live meetings
5 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
This course will teach all learners the basics of composing and writing their own songs! I will cover chords, choosing melodies, structure of songs and how to stay confident with sharing their unique ideas. My teaching style is based in empowerment and mindfulness. My ultimate goal is for all of my learners to excel and love themselves at the same time - I really seek to heal the competitive and damaging music culture that can exist in our world. We will learn skills and then learners will have an opportunity to practice them independently and then share with the group. Learners should know most of their white key scales and be able to play chords (three notes at a time using thumb, middle and pinky finger) to access this course. We will start in the key of C and learn the basic chord progression I, IV and V. Then, we will learn how to create a melody that goes with the chord progression they use. Finally, we will learn all of the different ways to add other moods and emotions to their songs including lyrics, articulation, volume, tempo and more!
Learning Goals
Students will learn the basic process of song writing at the piano. They will learn the I, IV, V chord progression, melody writing, adding lyrics if desired and all the different ways to make their creations unique and fun. At the end of the 6 week course, learners will have
Other Details
Supply List
They should have a piano or keyboard, staff paper, a pencil and a desire to create their own song!
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined January, 2021
5.0
1reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi, my name is Adrienne! I am a professional musician, have two degrees in music performance and have been playing the piano since I was 4 years old, so for a total of over 25 years! After spending decades immersed in the classical and conservatory culture, I began noticing that perfectionism, competition, performance anxiety and low self worth were common road blocks to my own and my colleagues happiness and success. It wasn't until I implemented the tools of mindfulness was I able to reach my full potential as a musician and person! I also learned that music gave me a skillset that led to my success in all areas of my life. I now live and breathe the combination of music and mindfulness to not only help my students master the piano, but to have a toolkit for life! I believe in meeting them just as they are and helping them become exactly who they want to be, all at the piano. Reviews
Live Group Class
$150
for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
55 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
3-12 learners per class
