Songwriting

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Theory Credit 3 This course provides an introduction to song writing and marketing techniques. Topics include lyric writing, song structures, preparing a lead sheet, notation, rhythmic and melodic dictation, key signatures, basic chord structures, recording, basic copyright laws and publishing. Upon completion, students should be able to compose a song, prepare a lead sheet and demo tape, apply for a copyright and market a song. Prerequisites MUS 110 User account menu Staff Login © 2026 Calhoun