Songwriting Workshop
This weekly workshop is a safe space for students to showcase songs they are working on, strengthen their songwriting skills and learn helpful techniques in writing songs.
Dave Christensen
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(19)
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
2-4 hours per week. Students will work on the songs they are currently working on throughout the week.Assessment
Parents can receive updates on their child's progress upon request.Class Experience
Songwriting is an amazing workshop experience. Students learn how to write lyrics and how those lyrics are set to music to create songs. They also learn life skills like how to give and receive constructive criticism. They learn how to help others that are struggling and how a free exchange of ideas works in a creative atmosphere. Each week we tackle various topics relating to songwriting (lyrics, melody, harmony, rhythm, title, writer's block, instrumentation, form, inspiration, character, storytelling, critical listening) in conjunction with workshopping each students progress on the song they are currently writing. Since this is an ongoing class, students can enroll for when they need help or just want to hang out with other young songwriters. My teaching style is fun and energetic, coupled with a focus on the students creativity and reinforcing their ideas with real world knowledge and examples. No prior music experience needed.
Learning Goals
Students will improve and expand their skills at songwriting.
Other Details
Supply List
A notebook or journal.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2020
5.0
19reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi! I am Dave Christensen and I have been a music educator for over 2 decades. I have been teaching in the Burbank, CA area for 14 years, and now I am ready to bring my unique curriculum to the world! My small group classes create community ... musically! Students choose the tunes that they and their classmates will learn. These classes evolve organically, so no more predictable curriculum. Fun rubs elbows with musicianship and discipline in these courses where anything and everything can be explored. Any skill level from beginner to expert is welcome.Reviews
Live Group Class
$15
weekly1x per week
55 min
Completed by 71 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
3-6 learners per class
