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"If anyone can teach you to write songs, it's Robin Frederick. The best songwriting teacher, hands down." ~Kenneth Kim
"Robin really knows her stuff! From the artistic end to the real-life business of songwriting, Robin has experience and knowledge, and the ability to communicate it all." ~Tom Drischler
"The most comprehensive and rewarding 10-hour course that I have ever attended on any subject." ~Ed Hillhouse
"This class nails it for songwriters giving all you need to know to start." ~Jim Deutsch
"Robin a phenomenal songwriting teacher! The thing that makes her so special is not just that she imparts a lot of information but she inspires you with enthusiasm and possibility. I am so fired up! I'm ready to do this!" ~Shakeh
"Robin's workshop is a 3-hour tour-de-force that provides songwriters with very useful tools that they can immediately use. This is an inspiring class - take it!" ~Erik Krogh
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Songwriting Workshops & Courses
"Robin's class provides the aspiring songwriter the type of information you can't get anywhere else... incredibly valuable and memorable!" ~ Stacy Oldham (Songwriting Course, June, 2004) More student reviews...
No matter what your level of experience or area of interest (lyrics only, musician, or singer-songwriter) you'll find Robin's classes fast-paced, affordable, and full of information that will help you start writing great songs right away!
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NEXT ONLINE SONG WORKSHOPS...
| WHERE: | SongU.com |
| WHEN: | Thursday, July 10, Aug. 7, Sept. 4, Oct. 2, 2008. |
| CLASS: | "Hot AC and Pop Song Workshop" |
| COST: | Enroll in SongU and class is included. Visit the SongU website for more info. |
NEXT SONGWRITING WORKSHOP...
| WHERE: | El Camino College Torrance, CA |
| WHEN: | Saturday Sept. 20, 2008. 1 to 4 pm |
| CLASS: | "You Can Write Hit Songs" |
| COST: | $35 + optional $15 for class book & CD. |
INFORMATION & REGISTRATION: CALL (310) 660-6460
MORE INFO & WORKSHOPS...
NEXT SONGWRITING COURSE...
| WHERE: | Culver City Adult School in Culver City, CA |
| WHEN: | WEDNESDAYS, Sept. 24, Oct 1, 8, 15, 2008. 7 to 9:30 P.M. |
| CLASS: | "Write & Sell Hit Songs" |
| COST: | $65 (includes materials) |
CALL FOR INFORMATION: (310) 842-4300
This will be the only 4-meeting course offered in Fall '08. Call for information and pre-registration.
MORE INFO...
Please pre-register! Classes may be cancelled without minimum pre-registration.
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Robin Frederick has composed and produced over 500 songs for record albums and television series. She is a former Director of A&R for Rhino Records and a recording artist with releases on Virgin/Higher Octave Records and Sound Experience Music.
"The perfect blend of songwriting craft and songwriting business, all in one class.
I loved it!" ~ Craig Rogers (Song Course, Spring, 2004) More student reviews...
THREE-HOUR WORKSHOPS
"You Can Write Hit Songs"
In this three-hour workshop, you'll go through the process of writing a song from start to finish. Learn how to write powerful lyrics, create memorable melodies, and use 'ghost songs' as patterns for writing your own original songs in any style. Class materials include a 45-page book of worksheets, examples, step-by-step instructions, and valuable resources plus a CD of instrumental tracks for practice in writing melodies and lyrics. (Class fees vary. Check the location nearest you.)
"This workshop was really brilliant.... and fun."
~ Julia N. (Songwriting Workshop, March 2004) More student reviews...
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"You Can Sell Your Songs" (The business of songwriting & publishing)
In this three-hour workshop, you'll find the information you need to get your songs into the marketplace. You'll learn about copyright basics, how to make a good demo on a small budget, how royalties are collected and distributed, what a publisher does, how to be your own publisher, and, most importantly, how to get your songs to the people who count - the publishers and producers who can get your songs recorded. You CAN do it! (Class fees vary. Check the location nearest you.)
"I would recommend this seminar to songwriters of all levels."
~ Darren Wilsey (Sell Your Songs Workshop, January 2005) More student reviews...
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
Please pre-register. Classes may be cancelled without minimum pre-registration.
Some classes may not be posted online or open for enrollment yet.
| Date |
Where |
Class Title |
Information & Registration |
Sept. 20 '08
Sat. 1 - 4 PM |
El Camino College
Torrance, CA |
"You Can Write Hit Songs" |
(310) 660-6460
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Oct. 18, 2008
Sat. 1 - 4 PM |
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA |
"You Can Write Hit Songs" |
(626) 585-7608
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Nov. 1, 2008
Sat. 1 - 4 PM |
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA |
"You Can Sell Your Songs" |
(626) 585-7608
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Fall '08
Sat. 1 - 4 PM |
Ventura College
Ventura, CA |
"You Can Sell Your Songs" |
(805) 654-6459
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Fall '08
Sat. 1 - 4 PM |
College of the Canyons
Santa Clarita, CA |
"You Can Sell Your Songs" |
(661) 362-3300
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SONGWRITING COURSES
"Write and Sell Hit Songs"
In this four-meeting course, you'll go through the process of writing a song from start to finish. Learn how to write powerful lyrics, create memorable melodies, and use 'ghost songs' as patterns for writing your own original songs. PLUS: Find out what a publisher does and how you can publish your own songs. Learn about royalties and other income sources, demo production, pitching your songs to the music industry. Bring your songs to class for a professional critique. Class materials include a 45-page book of worksheets, examples, step-by-step instructions, and valuable resources plus a CD of instrumental tracks for practice in writing melodies and lyrics. (Class fees vary.)
UPCOMING SONGWRITING COURSES (4 meetings)...
Please pre-register. Classes may be cancelled without minimum pre-registration.
| Date 2008 |
Where |
Class Title |
Information & Registration |
Sept 24, Oct. 1, 8, 15, '08
WED. 7 to 9:30 P.M. |
Culver City Adult School in Culver City, CA |
"Write & Sell Hit Songs" |
(310) 842-4300
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| Robin will be offering both the Basic level course in Fall '08. Call for information.
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Intermediate & Advanced Level Song Courses
Robin will be giving a course for students who have taken her basic four-week course, "Write & Sell Hit Songs" and workshops. At the intermediate level, you'll analyze current hit songs to see what makes them tick, set a one-month songwriting goal, present lyrics or songs-in-progress to the class, and practice rewriting skills. The advanced course will focus on acquiring and honing the tools needed to successfully write hit songs. Classes are limited to 12 students.
| Date 2008 |
Where |
Class Title |
Information & Registration |
TBD. Fall '08
WED. 7 - 9:30 PM |
Culver City Adult School in Culver City, CA |
"Write & Sell Hit Songs: Intermediate Level" |
(310) 842-4300
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