Module 1 – Melody or Lyrics – £10.00

The process of song writing can vary greatly among different artists, and there’s no strict rule about whether the melody or lyrics should come first. Some songwriters start with a melody, while others begin with lyrics. Others may develop both simultaneously. This first module covers feedback from the studio workshop sessions together with advice from a number of successful songwriters on what starting process worked for them.

Some helpful tips on your initial song writing approach from some successful songwriters.

Lyrics/ melodies with a repeat.

Past workshop question: – Poet or lyric writer?

Just starting to song write.

Reviewing some successful song structures

  • Chord ideas for verse and chorus
  • Major or minor chords
  • Lyric direction
  • Secret chord idea
  • Verse or melody?