Explore part-time, self-paced online courses designed by the industry professionals at Metalworks Institute—Canada’s premiere school for music and entertainment. Whether you’re diving into audio production, recording, music business, or songwriting, earn a recognized certificate and gain real-world skills from the comfort of your own home.
This course takes a comprehensive approach to the craft of songwriting, focusing on both the technical aspects and creative techniques that lead to effective, memorable songs. Throughout the modules, students will explore song structure, lyric writing, melody creation, and the relationship between lyrics and music, providing a holistic view of the songwriting process.
In this module, we explore the essential elements that make up a song, including its artistic, cultural, and commercial significance. The module delves into components such as melody, harmony, rhythm, lyrics, and structure, and examines how genres, trends, and audience demographics influence the creation and success of music in today’s dynamic industry
This module focuses on the essentials of song structure, including various formats like through-composed, strophic, and AABA, as well as chord progressions, cadences, and common layouts such as verse-chorus or verse-bridge-chorus. It emphasizes how elements like collaboration, singer interpretation, and emotional expression shape the song, with special attention to how unique vocal styles influence genre and audience engagement.
Module 3 explores the craft of writing impactful song lyrics, emphasizing the importance of lyric ideas, story development, and the role of hooks in creating memorable songs. It covers various lyrical techniques, from using rhymes and abstract imagery to connecting with listeners emotionally, and explains how lyrics interact with musical elements to enhance a song’s message and appeal.
This module provides a comprehensive guide to lyric writing, covering techniques like object writing, rhyme schemes, and literary devices to enhance creativity and emotional depth. It explores rhythm, meter, conceptual lyrics, and adapting words to melodies, offering real-world examples and practical exercises to elevate songwriting skills.
This module explores the intricate relationship between lyrics and melody, focusing on techniques like prosody, phrase dynamics, repetition, and rhythm to enhance emotional and musical impact. By examining examples from diverse genres, it provides practical strategies for crafting memorable and cohesive songs.
Required Hardware (minimum):
Laptop Computer (PC or Mac)
Specifications:
Minimum 3.0 GHz Processor
16GB RAM (64 Bit)
256GB SSD
Shareable Certificate
Taught in English
Self-paced Learning
Course Evaluations:
5 Quizzes & 1 Final Exam
Estimated Time to Complete:
13-18 Hours
Course Availability:
On-Demand
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