Songwriting 1

About this class:
During Songwriting 1, learners will learn many aspects of what goes into writing a song. Some of the topics we will go over include: Chord Progressions; Melody Writing, Lyric Writing and Rhythm. We will listen to, and analyze recorded music from an array of genres and time periods to see what worked with those songs. What made them hit songs? What made these songs memorable? What stands out with Lyrics of this particular song? We will analyze music from The Beatles all the way to Taylor Swift. 
There will be opportunities in each class for learners to work with others in break out rooms. I'll give a writing prompt, and learners will have time to work together on song ideas based on whatever lesson we go over in the first part of the class.
Each learner will have the opportunity in each class to perform (should they want to) anything they might be working on. Feedback will be given from me and from the others in the class. What worked? What didn't work? How can I make this better?
Students will be encouraged to utilize their strengths within styles they are familiar with; while pushing their envelope into other avenues that may expand on what they are already doing.

These classes are fun and entertaining for everyone, while students learn the craft of songwriting and gain experience performing. 

This class goes better when there are between 10 to 16 people in it. It makes working together in the breakout rooms more fun, and previous learners have found that they actually learn from everyone in the class, making their songwriting skills soar more quickly.

Prerequisite: Students must have at least a basic level of playing an instrument or singing experience so that they can actually have a way to work with melody writing.