Songwriting techniques for beginners

Practical songwriting theory for songwriters.

4.15 (23 reviews)
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English
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1,965
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2.5 hours
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Sep 2023
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$19.99
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What you will learn

The Fundamentals of Chord Construction.

Major and minor chords.

Song structure fundamentals.

Songwriting Techniques.

Music Intervals.

Melody and harmony essentials.

Chord progressions and melodies.

Description

This course is tailored specifically for beginners who may be feeling overwhelmed or unsure about where to begin in the songwriting process.

Throughout this course, we'll explore a range of essential topics that will empower students to unlock their inner songwriter. We'll start by covering the foundations of song structure, including verse, chorus, bridge, and more. Students will learn how to craft lyrics that tell compelling stories and express their emotions effectively.

Next, we'll delve into melody and harmony, helping students understand how to create catchy and memorable tunes that resonate with listeners. We'll explore various chord progressions and melodies that suit different moods and genres, giving students the tools they need to bring their musical ideas to life.

One of the highlights of this course is the exploration of songwriting techniques and exercises that ignite creativity. Students will learn how to overcome writer's block, find inspiration in everyday life, and develop their unique style. By the end of the course, they'll have a solid grasp of songwriting basics and a portfolio of their own songs.

Whether you dream of writing your songs as a solo artist or collaborating with others, this course will provide a strong foundation for your songwriting journey. Join us in this exciting adventure, and let's uncover the magic of songwriting together. By the end, you'll have the confidence and skills to start creating your own songs from scratch.


Certainly, here are the topics that students will learn in the "Songwriting Techniques for Beginners" course:

  1. Song structure fundamentals.

  2. The Fundamentals of Chord Construction

  3. Melody and harmony essentials.

  4. Chord progressions and melodies.

  5. Songwriting techniques and creativity exercises.


Content

Introduction

Introduction - First step.

Music Theory

How to read tabs.
How to find & memorise the notes on the guitar fretbord.
Whole Step and hald step (tone and Semitone).
Major and Minor Chords.
Major and Minor scales.
Dominant Chords.
Seventh Chords Theory.
Seventh Chords Practice
Music Intervals.
Music intervals tricks on the fretboard.
Why are there both sharps and flats?
9th Chords.
13th Chords.
Altered Bass Chords.
How to memorize more than 23 major and minor chords very quickly - (E shape)
How to memorize more than 46 SEVENTH chords very quickly - (E shape)

Songwriting For Guitar Players

How to Write Simple and Effective Chord Progressions On Guitar.
Seventh Chords How to Add Richness to Your Songs.
How to Mimic The Vocal Melody in Your Guitar Solos.
Red Hot Chili Peppers Songwriting Technique.
Fly Me To The Moon - How to write an arrangement of a song.
Seven Nation Army- How to write an arrangement of a song.

Reaper DAW

How to add a track, mute, solo, effects and vsts.
Bpms, Metronome, change colors and record button.
Open projects, cut tracks and more.
Automation volume, pan and layout.
Preferences and configurations.
Fade in, fade out and copy recordings.
Compressor and gate.
Equalizer.
Compressor and gate.
Finding sound effects that are actually good.
Insert samples or audios and how to reset reaper layout
Render Songs and Markers

Final Notes and Other Guitar Courses.

Conclusion.

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Reviews

Patrick
March 29, 2023
For me, the title of this course is misleading. I was really looking for songwriting theory rather than: beginner music theory, guitar chords 101, what pedals are and how to use Reaper. the contents is good if you are looking to do your very first step in music in general, but to songwriting IMHO.
Mariano
July 16, 2021
it's pretty complete for a begginer, i wish i could had some complementary text to have diversity in references and other examples.
Adam
March 7, 2021
I think this course would be great for someone who is more focused toward writing Jazz songs and arrangements as a majority of the examples in this course are directed toward that. Also, since I use GarageBand for recording the section on the Reaper DAW was not very useful.

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