Songwriting Courses and Certifications

Songwriting Basics

3 reviews

What makes a song? Parts of the song are explained, how to choose amazing song titles, how to make time for songwriting plus more.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Lyric Writing

2 reviews

Master the art of lyric writing in less than an hour with this concise guide, covering prosody, metaphors, and 25 unique writing ideas.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Songwriting Techniques with Chords

Learn about writing songs with chords, and how altering chords can add depth to your music. Discover many ways to use chords from harmonizing a melody to forming an entire song.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Learning Songwriting: GarageBand

Learn how to write, record, and mix a song in GarageBand in 9 simple steps.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1-2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

The Songwriter's Toolkit: New Perspectives

Learn songwriting techniques to look at tunes through a different lens. Discover how to play with melody, form, and chords to gain a fresh perspective when a song has you stuck.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1-2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

27 Practical Tips for Songwriters

Join professional songwriter Cliff Goldmacher as he explores the craft and business of songwriting. Explore practical solutions to common problems, in short self-contained lessons.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1-2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

The Dos and Dont's of Attending a Music Conference

Professional songwriter Cliff Goldmacher explains the best practices for attending a music conference such as SXSW, ASCAP EXPO, or Midem.

• LinkedIn Learning
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Introduction to Songwriting

60 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Find out what it takes to become a successful songwriter. Learn about the skills you need and the jobs available in songwriting.

• LinkedIn Learning
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

The Business of Songwriting: First Steps

49 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Get started in the business of songwriting. Learn about all of the major organizations, rights, and procedures that songwriters have to deal with in the music business.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1-2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

20 Unofficial Rules of Songwriting

46 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Professional songwriter Cliff Goldmacher reveals 20 unofficial songwriting rules that can make your songs more engaging and memorable.

• LinkedIn Learning
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Writing Great Lyrics

34 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

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

• LinkedIn Learning
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

31 Music Business Tips for Songwriters

28 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Build your songwriting business with advice from a renowned songwriter. This course offers a month's worth of daily tips to help you build your network and sell more songs.

• LinkedIn Learning
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Write Think and Act Like a Professional Songwriter

23 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Want to know how to become a songwriter? Cliff Goldmacher shows what it takes to make it in the music business as a professional songwriter.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1-2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

The Songwriter's Toolkit: Learning from the Masters

13 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Adapt time-tested songwriting principles used by the masters to better craft your own original material. Learn how to add an outro, experiment with multiple bridges, and more.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1-2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Robert Lang Studios Songwriting Class

Robert Lang Studios Songwriting Class with Rocky Votolato, Kris Orlowski

• CreativeLive
• 2 hours 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• $29.00