Melody MasterClass
2023
with multi-hit songwriter
Clay Mills
Lyric MasterClass
2023
with multi-hit songwriter
Marty Dodson
Real Pros Teach You Real-World Songwriting.
Online Video Classroom – 14 Students per Class – Limited Spots!
These six-week songwriting MasterClasses will level-up your writing in a big way– in a very short time.
Train with multi #1 writers/producers Clay Mills & Marty Dodson.
2 World-Class Songwriting Courses!
Apply for one or both!
The Melody MasterClass
Led by multi #1 songwriter, 2x Grammy nominee Clay Mills.
This course will transform your skills from writing good melodies to creating impactful melodies that move people! Clay will teach you his PRA Melody Method he has used to write major hits for Darius Rucker, Lady Antebellum and Diamond Rio; and artists as diverse as Baby Face, Reba, and Kimberly Locke. Small video classrooms with hands-on instruction & feedback from Clay.
The Lyric MasterClass
Led by multi #1 songwriter Marty Dodson.
This course will focus on transforming your lyrics from good songs to great songs with a re-writing process that Marty has used to write major songs for artists such as Carrie Underwood, Billy Currington, and Kenny Chesney. Marty's career has proven that good lyrics can produce hits in Pop Music as well as Country. Small video classrooms with hands-on instruction & feedback from Marty.
Attend From Anywhere On Any Device!
Small classes for interactive experience with hands-on personal instruction from hit writers.
Classes are once a week:
January 16, 23, 30
February 6, 13, 20
Melody & Lyric sessions will be staggered for those wanting to take both. We will have a European-friendly time (mid-afternoon CT) as well as evening sessions. Replays available for all classes.
Location: SongTown’s Online Video Classroom (Zoom)
How The ST Songwriting MasterClass Series Works
It’s free to apply. Just upload mp3s and/or lyrics (if you are a lyricist only send lyrics) of 2 songs that you feel best showcase your personal writing style.
Songs must be received by midnight, Jan 7, 2023. Remember, we are looking at the writer's potential and not necessarily for crafty, polished songs or demos. Classes are limited to 14 students to insure proper attention to everyone.
Once you have been accepted into the SongTownUSA MasterClass Program:
You will receive a syllabus outlining what material will be covered each week and instructions on how to gain access to our video classroom.
Each week you will attend a 75 minute songwriting class led by Marty Dodson or Clay Mills. You can login on your computer or laptop from the comfort of your own home, or anywhere with a good internet connection.
Each week, Marty and Clay will offer valuable insight into the craft of songwriting and give you an assignment for the following week. When you return to class the following week, your song assignment will receive a positive, encouraging critique outlining what is working and what can be improved.
MasterClass Series courses are full participation. You will work hand-in-hand with Clay, Marty and your fellow attendees for a fun learning experience.
Details & Pricing:
Major universities charge up to $1,500 for non-credit songwriting courses taught by college professors. Our MasterClass Series is conducted by current hit songwriters with first-hand knowledge of what it takes to write great songs in the real world. You will gain actual street-cred! Your instructors will give you supportive guidance on your assignments to help you level up your songwriting.
ST MasterClass Series w/Clay Mills - Melody Focus
$549 for Members/$599 for Non-Members (2 months of ST Membership included!)
ST MasterClass Series w/Marty Dodson - Lyric Focus
$549 for Members/$599 for Non-Members (2 months of ST Membership included!)
*Tuition will be due if you’re accepted into the course on Jan 10th, 2023
Level Up Your Songwriting!
Train With Multi-Hit Songwriters…
Clay Mills
Multi #1 Writer/Publisher
Mississippi Delta native Clay Mills’ list of accolades is quite impressive. 12-time ASCAP award winning songwriter/producer, penning #1 hits for Darius Rucker (“Don’t Think I Don’t Think About It”), Diamond Rio (“Beautiful Mess”), and Kimberley Locke (“Fall”). Along the way collecting Grammy Nominations for “Beautiful Mess” and Trisha Yearwood’s “Heaven Heartache and the Power of Love”. Clay has had over 150 songs recorded by major recording artists and was inducted into the Mississippi Songwriter's Hall Of Fame in 2022.
Marty Dodson
Multi #1 Writer/Publisher
Marty (born in Apple Valley, California) is an American singer-songwriter/producer. He has had songs recorded by artists such as Carrie Underwood, The Plain White T’s, Kenny Chesney, George Strait, The Oak Ridge Boys, Saving Jane, Lonestar, Billy Currington, and Craig Morgan. He’s celebrated 10 number one songs and counting throughout his career!
Not Another Video Course
Unlike most online masterclasses these days, you’re NOT getting a bunch of recorded videos and left to figure it out yourself. These are small live zoom classrooms. You'll get training and feedback each week from Clay & Marty. This is your chance for full interaction and hands on training from hit songwriters.
FAST FORWARD YOUR WRITING
Make major progress in a very short time.
MasterClass will change your songs & songwriting for life!
HANDS-ON COACHING
Get hands-on personal feedback on weekly assignments from hit songwriters.
MEET POTENTIAL CO-WRITERS
Many ST students have met & become collaborators.
Including members that have written a #1 song together!
VIDEO REPLAYS AVAILABE
If you can't make a class time, we've got you covered.
With video replays, you won't miss a thing.
SERIOUS FUN!
We believe in enjoying your learning time.
No boring theory, just real-world techniques.
JOIN IN FROM ANY DEVICE
Join your weekly class experience from a computer or smart device.
Let's Do This!
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