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An in-person Songwriting Skills workshop for singers, singer/songwriters, and musicians of all
styles.
This course is tailored to provide learners with an opportunity to explore song possibilities and
develop their song writing skills.
Creative ways of starting a song
An exploration of melody and harmony and how they correlate
A study of poetic devices and creative writing techniques and how they can enrich your writing
How to deconstruct a song and use it as inspiration
Bringing a song to life
Should they wish to do so, the end of the course will give the learner an opportunity to perform their compositions, or have their compositions sung for them by the teacher.
This will be recorded for them to take away as an Mp3.
The course will provide a step by step access into writing songs and will end with each of the participants composing their own songs. We will be looking at what makes a good song, with a focus on both music and lyrics. We will then go onto developing basic music theory for composition as well as a study of poetic devices and how they can expand lyrics as well as provide a starting point for writing.
We will review well known contemporary popular songs and question why
and what makes these songs special, what are the ingredients that make for a successful song?
The tutor will encourage and create opportunities for co-writing and collaborating with other
participants in the group. Edwin will also discuss and advise techniques of how to
record your song ideas.
Bring a note pad and pen.
There is detailed information in Reception about all our courses at the Mary Ward Centre.
Information about other learning opportunities can be obtained from Learn Direct: www.learndirect.co.uk and from the following websites: www.floodlight.co.uk; www.hotcourses.com; www.citylit.ac.uk; www.wmcollege.ac.uk; www.morleycollege.ac.uk
This course will provide a step by step guide to writing songs and will give you the opportunity to compose your own songs. We will be looking at what makes a good song, with a focus on both music and lyrics. Some musical experience is necessary (tutor can advise before enrolment).
Rediscover old favourites and learn new songs. Emphasis is on building confidence and enjoyment. No experience required.
Professional coaching and rehearsals in preparation for regular public performances (at least 3 a term). Students attend for 2 hours: one hour of which is spent on solo performance and one hour with the whole group learning and performing groups’ scenas.
Come and explore your voice in this relaxed and informative introduction to singing. This course is for anyone who loves to sing and is interested in the mechanics at work behind our most personal instrument. We will cover good technique, some basic theory and develop our musical ear and timing. Most importantly we will have fun while singing a variety of songs from different genres. No previous experience needed.
For more information contact The Departmental Administrator at admin@marywardcentre.ac.uk
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