songRIGHT!
the
guide to writing your best song
In a world of
confusion surrounding music and how to construct a great song, Melinda J Wells
offers an insightful, delightful experience of learning how to write songs YOUR
way – an open, flexible program that will work with your natural musical
abilities. In a relaxed, friendly
atmosphere, you will learn the basics of music theory that’s easy to
understand, the breakdown of a song, lyrics, themes, styles and how to ‘put it
all together’.
The songRIGHT! sessions offer a
collaborative, group based gathering of like-minded passionate people willing
to embark on the journey of discovering the songwriter within….here’s a taste
of what’s to come…
songRIGHT! Sessions
1.
Theory Basics – spelling
it out, adding it up
2.
Chords, Progressions,
Variations – the essential tools
3.
Licks, Hooks, Genres,
Styles – the choice is yours
4.
Instrumentation – what to
play, how to play
5.
Lyrics, Vocals, Harmonies
– breathing life into your song
6.
Solo, Duo, Band –
arrangements for all
7.
Sharing, Workshopping,
Collaborating – helping each other
8.
Testing your creation –
constructive feedback session
9.
Finishing, Polishing,
Rehearsing, Performing – pulling it all together
10. Open Jam – let’s have some fun!
The songRIGHT! sessions are for
anyone who has never written a song, or who has trouble finishing a song, or
someone who is not happy with the quality, sound, feel, words of their original
songs… This intensive program will
develop life-long skills to assist you in becoming the songwriter you know yourself
to be. If you have the passion to write
music, then you are already half way there, let us take you all the way…
Weekend workshops 10 hours total Saturday/Sunday
12noon-5pm ***
Commencing June 13/14, 20/21
Cost: $200
***Bookings are essential and workshops are dependant
on numbers
Please indicate your preferred dates
Confirmation of all classes will be emailed to you