Writing Great Lyrics

Offered By: LinkedIn Learning

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Songwriting Courses Music Composition Courses

Course Description

Overview

Learn how to write effective lyrics with Grammy-winning songwriter Cliff Goldmacher.

Syllabus

Introduction

Getting started writing great lyrics
What you should know

1. The Big Picture

The big picture
What is a lyric?
How lyrics work in the context of a song
The value of simple lyrics
Additional lyrical considerations
Key takeaways
The big picture: Wrap up

2. The Nuts and Bolts

The nuts and bolts of lyric writing
Verse writing
Chorus writing
Bridge writing
Rhyme scheme
The little words
Tips and tricks
Key takeaways
The nuts and bolts: Wrap up

Conclusion

Time and practice

Taught by

Cliff Goldmacher

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