OLLI0105 - Songwriting for Non-Musicians

Course Description

If you’re ever wondered what it would be like to turn your thoughts, ideas, and stories into songs, this course is for you. Grammy-recognized, #1 hit songwriter, Cliff Goldmacher, will give students big picture insights into the songwriting process and then delve into the nuts and bolts of what makes songs work. Participants will be guided through the process of turning their ideas and memories into a finished lyric with proper song structure that can be put to music. At the end of the course, after the attendees have written their own song lyrics, Cliff will choose a few of the completed lyrics and put them to music on the spot. No musical experience is necessary although musicians are certainly welcome. This course will be recorded.