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!