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Introduction Lyric Writing (With a Professional Songwriter)
Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
In this 4-week course, we will go over the basics of lyric writing. Each class is designed to balance slideshow lecture/lessons with creative exercises to apply what we learn that day. Week 1, we will look at examples of traditional and modern lyric forms in a variety of genres, and learn common tips and tricks in developing 'lyric seeds'. Week 2, we will learn common how to work with poetic elements such as rhyme schemes, prosody, consonance, and how to avoid common cliches in...
- - basics of rhyme scheme in lyrics - common song forms - developing a theme - editing song lyrics - storytelling elements in lyrics
Berklee College of Music (BFA) Graduate Published Professional Songwriter (Stephanie James, The Sunset Kings, Sangeeta Bachtarrya) Songwriting with Paula Cole Jingle Writing class Self Accompanying Singer- Janie Barnett
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: Students will be given an optional lyric writing exercise to complete outside of class time. They will be shared in the following class if desired!Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: no formal assessment
something to write on/with!
Students will be interacting with each others lyrics which may include themes such as love, heartbreak, sadness, etc. No hate speech, slurs, or overly explicit language will be tolerated.
Writing Better Lyrics- Pat Pattison
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Berklee College of Music
Welcome! I am Leif, a Board Certified Music Therapist and Neurologic Music Therapist with a specialization in IEP-based services. I am passionate about making learning accessible, engaging, and musical!I am a published writer (Oxford University...
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Group Class
$18
weekly or $90 for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
50 min
Completed by 11 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
1-8 learners per class
Financial Assistance
Tutoring
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