Get Expert Feedback on Your Songs!
Got a song you’ve poured your heart into… but something still feels off?
Or maybe you’re stuck wondering:
❌ Is my song good enough?
❌ Why does it feel like something’s missing?
❌ How do I make it stronger and actually connect with people?
I’ve got you.
I’ve been teaching Lyric Writing and Commercial Songwriting at Berklee Online and working in the music business for over 30 years—so I know what makes a song resonate… and what holds it back.
That’s exactly why I created Email Song Reviews—so you can get real, honest feedback that actually helps you improve.
✅ A deep-dive review of your lyrics and recording—so you can finally see what’s working and what’s not.
✅ Actionable next steps—no vague advice, just clear, practical changes you can make right away.
✅ Feedback within 1-2 business days—so you can stop guessing and start improving fast.
✅ A songwriting roadmap—to help you break bad habits, write with confidence, and create songs that move people.
Because getting expert feedback changes how you write forever.
🚀 You’ll see your blind spots—and learn how to fix them.
🚀 You’ll write better songs, faster—without second-guessing every word.
🚀 You’ll find your unique voice—so your songs feel authentic and powerful.
And the best part? You don’t have to wait years to figure this out. You’ll get real feedback in just days.
✅ Beginner & intermediate songwriters who want to level up.
✅ Writers who feel stuck—and need a fresh perspective to break through.
✅ Songwriters who want pro-level feedback without the pressure of a big industry critique.
If that’s you, let’s do this.
“Chad Shank is a friendly and talented songwriting teacher. I met Chad in October 2024 at the At Home Songwriting Retreat, which he hosted at the beautiful Boyd Lodge Resort in Breezy Point, MN. Since then, I’ve joined his Pro Writers Group to continue learning the craft of songwriting. Recently, Chad critiqued one of my tracks, and his enthusiasm, encouragement, and constructive input lit a fire in my gut to finish the song. He gets his point across in a way that makes learning from him effortless. Chad knows his stuff, and his positive energy shines through his words. Plus, he’s a funny guy! I encourage anyone with a passion for music—and a willingness to be humble and learn—to work with Chad. You will become a better songwriter faster than you expect! I also love the variety of homework assignments, which you can tackle at your own pace. Thank you, Chad, for a lifetime of musical adventure to come. 11 out of 10 in my book! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”
Nick K. - Minnesota
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Hey Songwriter!
I’m Chad Shank, and I help songwriters take the guessing out of writing pro level songs by teaching repeatable techniques, clear processes, and practical systems that actually work. I believe great songs are not accidents. They are built with intention, clarity, and emotion using tools you can learn and trust.
Music is how we make sense of ourselves and connect with each other. I have seen firsthand how songwriting can unlock confidence, spark friendships, and give people their voice back. That belief is at the heart of everything I teach through At Home Songwriting.
I bring over 30 years of real world music industry experience to my teaching. I have written thousands of songs across pop, country, dance, hip hop, and adult contemporary, and I continue to release my own music as an independent artist. My songs have been licensed for television on networks including HBO, MTV, WE, Fox Business, and Discovery. I have released hundreds of songs across Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube, and I am actively writing, recording, and releasing music today. I do not teach theory from the sidelines. I teach what I use.
Along the way, I have run an indie record label, worked more than seven years in commercial radio, and served as Education Director for the Minnesota Association of Songwriters. I teach lyric writing for Berklee College of Music Online, hold a Certificate in Songwriting from Berklee, and earned a diploma in Audio Engineering from The Recording Workshop in Chillicothe, Ohio. Teaching and songwriting have always gone hand in hand for me.
I founded At Home Songwriting to create a place where writers could stop waiting for inspiration and start building songs with confidence. For over a decade, I have helped writers learn how songs actually work so they can write with clarity, finish more songs, and stay true to their voice. Since launching the At Home Songwriting YouTube channel in 2021, I have shared step by step lessons, real examples, and honest conversations about craft, process, and creative life.
If you are ready to stop guessing, trust your process, and write songs that feel both emotionally true and professionally strong, you are in the right place. I am glad you are here. Let’s write songs that connect.
Find out what is working in your songwriting. Feedback by email.
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