Goals : The goal for Week 1 is to explore ideas, themes and concepts in hope to spark inspiration, also learning to understand song structure Activities : Analysing Popular Songs Introduction to Songwriting Brain Storm ideas and themes Start a free flow journal of lyrics/ideas. Outcomes: A basic idea or theme for a song Basic Structure.
Goals : The goal for this week is to get an idea of what genre or style of song produced, Fitting melody with chords and bringing in arrangement ideas. Activities : Introduction into Harmony and chord progressions Experiment with different instruments and or Virtual Instruments (Synthesizers, VSTs etc) Build the Chord Progression Outcomes : Created a chord progression for the song/production Simple Demo of Melody and chords.
Goal : Begin using Lyric ideas and melody around the chord progression/demo production Activities : Write Lyrics that tell your story or express your feelings Basic Melody Exercises ( Call and Response, Hooks, Repetition) Feedback and Lyric revision Outcomes : First draft of Lyrics Possible vocal melody idea formed.
Goals : In this sessions we begin to record and arrange our idea into its final form Activities : Introduction into Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) Ableton Basic recording techniques (Layering, Microphone placements etc) Discussion on Arrangements and song structure Outcomes : Instrumentation and Vocals recorded Begin building the song arrangement Begin building upon sounds and textures.
Goals : For this week we start to finish production of the song and move onto mixing and mastering, to ensure everything sonically blends Activities : Learn the basics of mixing (EQs, Compression, Reverbs and effects) Adding embellishment such as Backing vocals, polished transitions and effects Feedback and revision Outcomes : Final mix version of the song Visuals (Optional).
Goal : The goal of this session is to present your final works and reflect on the process. Activities : Showcase/perform your track Feedback and Celebration Write a reflection on the process on what has been learned and experienced Outcomes : Final Song in audio format ready for release Reflection.
This immersive 1 to 1 programme is tailored for young people looking to take their musical ideas to the next level. These sessions are a 2 hour personal journey that last a total of 6 sessions.
Here’s what you’ll gain:
Confidence Building: Express yourself freely and develop a strong sense of self-belief through music.
Professional Production: Learn from an experienced music engineer and get hands-on experience in a real studio environment.
Technical Skills: Master the basics of recording, mixing, and producing your own music.
Final Track: Leave the course with a professionally produced track that you can be proud of.
Here are the essential details of the course:
This isn’t just another music class. It’s a unique opportunity to:
Gain Real-World Experience: Work with industry professionals and get a taste of what it’s like to be in a real recording studio.
Boost Your Portfolio: Add a professionally produced track to your portfolio, showcasing your talent and skills.
Build a Network: Connect with other young musicians and industry professionals, opening doors for future opportunities.
Have Fun: Enjoy a supportive and creative environment where you can express yourself and learn without judgment.
