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Songwriter – free course


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This free Songwriter course is for anyone interested in exploring the processes that can help turn an idea into a song. Whether you’re a beginner or are already writing songs, this course will give you the tips and tools you need to develop your skills.

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Difficulty: Beginner

This course is free thanks to being part of an inclusive music programme part-funded by Changing Tracks and Youth Music.


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Course Instructors

Gary Flower Gary Flower Author
Steve Hawker Steve Hawker Author

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Course Syllabus

  • Introduction
    • Introduction to Songwriting
    • Page Layout
    • Page Layout Explained
    • Time to get started!
  • Artist Identity
    • Artist Identity
    • Who is the Artist?
    • Choosing your Artist
    • Picking our Moment
    • Choosing your Artist
  • The Narrative
    • Writing the Narrative
    • Narrative Example
    • Summary of Narrative
  • Creating Lyrics
    • Creating Lyrics
    • Lyrics Example
    • Summary of Lyrics
  • Rhythm and Feel
    • Rhythm and Feel
    • Lyrics and Feel example
    • Summary of Rhythm and Feel
  • Key Centres and Chords
    • Key Centres
    • Root Chords in C
    • Choosing your Chords
  • Melodies in Spoken Word
    • Melodies in Spoken Word
    • Melodies in Words example
    • Summary of Melodies
  • Taking Lyrics Further
    • More on Lyrics
    • Expanding Lyrics Example
    • Extra Words
  • Next Steps
    • Arrangement
    • Other Methods to the Same End
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