MUSC 1135 — Songwriting
Song is one of the oldest individual musical expressions in human history and popular song has become one of America’s largest and most influential cultural exports. Designed for students with a foundational understanding of melody, harmony, and rhythm, Songwriting introduces creative and analytical approaches to composing original work. Students also explore common songwriting practices through the study of form and lyric-writing while examining stylistic characteristics across genres. Through guided composition and performance, students develop original material and deepen their understanding of songwriting as an artistic and cultural practice.