Song Writing (Level 1) [Conducted Online]

TGS-2022015748

What's In It For Me

Please contact Michelle at 8547 5186 (Whatsapp only) if you have any queries on this course.


Have you ever wanted to compose a song? Family Central is organising a songwriting course for you. Even if you are a complete beginner, fret not! Our trainer will take you through all the basics and establish a strong foundation for you in writing lyrics and a melody. You will also learn rhythm, tempo, chords and musical scales.


Unleash your creative side with us - who knows if you might discover that you have a hidden talent for composing or even become the next Jay Chou or JJ Lin?



Course Duration

16 hours over 8 sessions


Course Outline

Interesting highlights of the programme include:

1. Types of songs and music genres 

2. Song structure

3. Equipments needed to write a song

4. Types of melodies

5. Introduction to musical scale

6. How to start writing a melody

7. Types of lyrics

8. Rhyming in lyrics 

9. Types of rhymes

10. How to start writing lyrics

11. Introduction to rhythm and tempo

12. What makes a good melody

13. Introduction to chords

14. Verse, pre-chorus, chorus and bridge


Pre-requisites

50 years old and above

Singaporean or PR

Must be able to read, understand and converse in simple English


Medium of Instruction & Trainer

Medium of Instruction: Online Zoom Course

Venue:

ZOOM Virtual Classroom

Requires usage of video conferencing applications

The zoom link will be sent to you upon registration and payment


Additional Notes

Your trainer:

Edmund Ng is a dynamic composer, songwriter and educator based in the vibrant city of Sydney, Australia.


Driven by a passion for music, he really enjoys crafting songs about life as well as scores for film and games. He's also committed to helping adult and young students grow by sharing his expertise and guiding them to master the art of songwriting and music making.


Edmund is a versatile musician who plays various instruments including the French horn, trumpet, piano, guitar and drums. He holds a Diploma of Music from JMC Academy in Sydney.


Follow his music updates at https://www.instagram.com/soundofvim/

 


General Enquiries

  • Email to activeageing@fycs.org
  • Call our helpdesk hotline 9685 4812

Price
Course Fee Payable
Original Fee Before GST With GST (9%)
Course Fee
Subsidies Available
Individual Pricing (Fee payable to Training Provider) Before GST With GST (9%)
NSA Subsidy - Online Courses $17.50 $49.00

Please note that prices are subject to change.
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