Songwriters Club: How To Write Next-Level Songs

This class will help aspiring artist and songwriters begin to write professional level songs.

Paul Smallman, M.A., State-Certified

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55 minutes

per class

Meets once

13-18

year olds

3-6

learners per class

per learner

How does a “One-Time” class work?

Meets once at a scheduled time

Live video chat, recorded and monitored for safety and quality

Great for exploring new interests and different styles of teachers

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Description

Class Experience

In this class we will review the basic components of all songs: Melody, Lyrics, Rhythm and Harmony focusing on the importance of each in the songwriting process and discussing different approaches to songwriting based on each component.

Students will learn how to find each component in the songs they know and love, honing in on exactly WHAT they love about these songs and how to use it in their own songwriting.

Students will be given an opportunity to workshop their own music in a safe,...

Students will be given specific techniques and knowledge to begin writing music at a professional level. They will learn the basic components of all songs so that they can incorporate this knowledge into their own music and art.

Songwriting can be very personal and scary to share with others. As an experienced musician and songwriter I am very sensitive to the personal nature of songwriting and sharing ideas with others. As an experienced teacher, I always do my best to create a safe environment where collaboration is helpful and never hurtful.

Begin to brainstorm what you like most about your favorite songs. Is it the lyrics, melody, rhythm? It's okay if you're not sure yet!

Your voice or an instrument. Pen and paper. Creativity!

55 minutes per week in class, and maybe some time outside of class.

Teacher

Paul Smallman, M.A., State-Certified

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Lives in the United States

Songwriting, Voice-Guitar-Ukulele Lessons, Music and Video Production

2 completed classes

About Me

Hey, Outschoolers!

I am a singer, performer and multi-instrumentalist from Chattanooga, Tennessee, and I have spent my life enjoying all that music has to offer! As a classically trained vocalist and musician I have a firm belief that music...