MUED 392 - Songwriting

Credit(s): 3

SONGWRITING
Component: Lab
This course is designed to be an authentic experience of a songwriting culture (e.g., songwriting circle), where students engage in sharing of original works within genres of music in which they identify. Students compose and perform original songs, as well as participate in collaborative feedback and co-writing of peers’ songs. Additionally, the instructor (an active singer/songwriter and music educator) will provide lectures and writing activities rooted in various acts of songwriting and popular music-based pedagogy.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 3 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option

RESTRICTIONS: Students must be able to accompany themselves in some way (e.g., guitar, piano, ukulele, music technology).

General Education Objectives:
GE1B: Analyze Arguments and Information GE2A: Communicate Effectively in Writing GE2B: Communicate Orally GE2C: Communicate Through Creative Expression GE3A: Work Collaboratively Across a Variety of Cultures GE3B: Work Individually Across a Variety of Cultures