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Overview
If you want to write songs and make a living from your music, then it's essential that you have at least a basic understanding of music theory, composition, lyric-writing and arrangement techniques.
What you will learn
In addition to the craft of songwriting, you will explore some fundamental commercial aspects such as copyright, how to self-release and distribute your music and how to approach labels and publishers.
Practical exercises form an integral part of this Contemporary Songwriting course at Edinburgh College, and students are expected to have a basic understanding of an instrument or voice, or some experience in music production software such as Logic Pro or Ableton Live.
Programme Structure
Working between musical and studio settings, you will learn:- Songs and songwriters (analysis and deconstruction)
- Lyric writing (from generating ideas to hooks and rhyme)
- Hooks and riffs
- Chord progressions, Top-line and Melody
- Arranging, including structure and instrumentation
- Music theory for songwriting and production
- Finishing songs
- Commercial and professional practices and how to grow your career
Key information
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
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Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 5.5
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Tuition Fees
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Living costs
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
725 - 1167 GBP / month
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