MUS 292 : Song Writing

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 112 or permission of the instructor

Overview

Program

Credits

2 - 3

Transfer Code

Code C