Course curriculum

    1. Songwriting Video Lesson: Writing Effective Verses

    1. Writing Effective Choruses

    2. Writing Bridges Online Workshop

    1. Connect, Learn, and Grow with At-Home Songwriting

About this course

  • Free
  • 4 lessons
  • 1 hour of video content
  • Hit Song Analysis

Instructor:

Chad Shank

Songwriting Instructor

Chad Shank is an accomplished songwriter, music producer, and instructor with over 30 years of experience in the music industry. In addition to At-Home Songwriting, Chad teaches lyric writing with Berklee College of Music Online. His passion for music has led him to write thousands of songs and work with various artists and songwriters in different genres including pop, country, dance, and hip-hop. Chad has a Certificate in Songwriting from Berklee College of Music and a diploma in Audio Engineering from The Recording Workshop in Chillicothe, OH. With over 7 years of experience working in commercial radio and operating his own independent record label, Chad has gained extensive knowledge in the music industry. For over a decade, Chad has been sharing his expertise in songwriting by teaching online and in community education programs. He has also served as Education Director for the Minnesota Association of Songwriters, where he has developed and organized songwriting workshops, lectures, and seminars. In 2021, Chad started his own YouTube Channel, At-Home Songwriting, where he shares tips, insights, and tutorials on the craft of songwriting. He leads monthly workshops online with other songwriters, encouraging them to develop their skills and achieve their goals. Chad's songs have been licensed and featured in TV shows on networks such as HBO, MTV, WE, Fox Business, and Discovery. He has released over 300 of his songs online on Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube, reaching a global audience. As a dedicated and passionate instructor, Chad is committed to helping aspiring songwriters unlock their creative potential and achieve their dreams in the music industry.

What You Will Learn:

  • What information should be included in your first verse

  • How to write better Second Verses

  • How Hit Song Verses use content and structure to attract listeners

  • How Verses communicate emotions and set up the Chorus

Enroll in this course for free today.