Songwriting 101 (Ages 8-13)
In this 4-week online course, students will learn the basics of how to write a good song.
Jim Gelcer
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(71)
What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
2-4 hours per week. Students should come to the first class with one or more ideas for songs, which we will develop over the four weeks. Homework will be to work on your song(s) with the guidance provided during class.Class Experience
Have you ever wanted to write a song, but didn't know how? Then this class is for you. Using a combination of listening to examples, and hands on work, we will learn the tools and techniques you need to write your song, such as setting words to music, time and pitch, working with melody, chords and chord progressions, song forms and structure, arranging your song. We will workshop the songs as we go, with feedback from all participants. Week 1: Don't bore us. Get to the Chorus: The importance of the Chorus in a good song. Week 2: Chapter and Verse: How to write verses Week 3: Take it to the Bridge: Why a good bridge is important and where to place it Week 4: Putting it all together for the final product Basic instrumental ability on either guitar or piano is helpful, but not required. Note: video is required to be on for this class Note: Original Sound setting (or Original Sound for Musicians) MUST be enabled on Zoom for all classes!
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
4.9
71reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi Outschoolers! I'm a multi-instrumentalist based in Toronto, Canada, specializing in songwriting, drums, percussion, piano, vocals, and music theory. I have been a professional musician for over forty years. I'm a recording artist, producer, film composer, songwriter, and have performed all over the world. I studied music at York University (Toronto, Canada) and Eastman School of Music (Rochester, New York). I currently teach music at middle school in the Toronto District School Board. My music teaching philosophy is simple: I like to find out what skills the student has and what they are missing, and work on filling in those gaps. Also I always ask the student what THEY would like to work on and learn. Most importantly, we will have FUN in the lessons!Reviews
Live Group Class
$160
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
50 min
Completed by 125 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
2-6 learners per class
