Course Title: Songwriting and Song listening
Instructor: Dr. Alison Wahl, Peab '23 (MM)
Brought to you by Odyssey
June 10, 2024 - July 8, 2024 (5 Sessions)
Monday, 6 PM ET
Virtual via Zoom
Course Description: Through class demonstrations, masterclasses, lectures, and coaching, students will engage with various styles of music and with each other as they learn about writing and singing their own music and covering songs. Performing is not a requirement of the class, although students are encouraged to engage deeply and actively with the musical material. The format of the class will be determined by individual student projects, abilities, and interest areas.
Course Objectives:
• Learn to analyze, play, and sing songs from American Folk traditions
• Demonstrate increased specificity and meaningfulness in lyric and melody analysis and/or writing
• Learn about home recording techniques and production software
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