Introduction To Songwriting - Online Video Course

Learn how to become a professional songwriter with guidance from our chart-topping mentors

Martin Sutton

Martin Sutton is the founder of The Songwriting Academy and multi-platinum songwriter and producer. Starting as a young busker on the streets of Norwich, he spent years developing the craft of songwriting, traveling the world to work with other writers, learning about the music business and honing his production skills. He is now a successful […]

About The Introduction to Songwriting Course

Want to learn the secrets to becoming a professional songwriter? Want to get your songs into the charts?

Our one-day Introduction To Songwriting course, led by Martin Sutton, is your first step into learning how the professionals make money from their music. Martin is the founder of The Songwriting Academy and has sold millions of records worldwide with artists such as LeAnn Rimes and Backstreet Boys. Martin will teach you the techniques and fundamental songwriting lessons you need to know to write better, catchier, more popular songs.

You’ll also learn how and who to contact to get your music out there and heard by different labels and businesses. Thanks to our decades of industry experience and music network, we’ll even point you in the right direction if we think we can help you.

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What will I learn on the online course?

The introduction to songwriting course will teach you a variety of techniques, including:

How to create genuinely unique and interesting song ideas
Four key ways to connect with your audience
The three different melodic forms that are essential to every great song
How to keep your listener from skipping the track, even until the very end
How to write memorable lyrics that stand out from the rest
How to use powerful hooks that make your song irresistible
How to make money from music and your songs
What you need to do to get your songs noticed by the right people
Ways to make A&R people notice and love your songs
The easiest way to double your creative output and productivity
The seven most common mistakes that songwriters make

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Who is this course for?

Musicians with their
own material

Fed up of open mic nights? Thought so. This course will show you how to go a step beyond the local pub and into the charts. We’ll show you what you need to do to make your songs irresistible to the labels and who you need to contact when you’re done.

Songwriters

If you want to become a professional songwriter for major label artists, we can show you how. We’ve already written hits that were performed by artists such as Beyonce, Celine Dion, Kylie Minogue and many more.

Professional
Songwriters

Already written a hit or two? We find that there’s still lots to learn from other musicians, even beginners, which is why we welcome other professional writers into the courses we host. Polish up your skills and find out how the industry is moving on.

Producers

Producers have one of the most important roles in the music industry. They need to know the information that’s important to a successful track. This course gives you the tools you need to catch the mistakes that can make or break a song, so you can boost a track to new heights.

Songwriting
Hobbyists

Music shouldn’t always be used purely to make money and we understand that, sometimes, you just want to play music for the love of it. If you’re in it for the creative output alone, this course will help you get more from your songs.

Frequently Asked Questions

The lessons taught throughout the day are based on practical songwriting exercises, but they don’t require you to bring an instrument at all. Bring enthusiasm, an open mind and a desire to write better songs!

You don’t need to be able to sing to write a hit song. Everyone contributes in different ways and this course will help you identify and improve your skill set.

This course is not based on genre or style. The exclusive techniques we teach will show you how to reach out to people no matter what your genre of music. It’s all about people.

Yes our minimum age is 16 years old but please do contact us at [email protected] if you are interested in developing your child’s songwriting skills if they are younger.

That’s entirely down to you. We’ll give you the skills to instantly improve your songwriting and give you a motivational push, and if you want to learn more with us just ask.

Our Feedback Speaks Volumes...

Joey B

l’ll never forget this songwriting experience. I’ve learned so much from everyone. It was great meeting all these talented lovely people

Tom R

Just had an amazing mentoring session with Danny Roberts. He knows his stuff. So much for me to go away and get started on!

Victoria C

I was going to write “you can’t beat Martin Sutton”, but that would sound all wrong. 🙂 So just saying am very happy with mentor session from Superstar Sutton. Virtual hugs all round.

SiiLHOUETTE

Another superb mentoring session today with @lovesongwriting “I really like the emotion and honesty in the song” 🙂

Megan F

Great mentoring session with Luc Floreani last night! Really encouraging and so many good tips for upcoming events!

Crispin L

An enormous amount of information and tips to take away, digest and act upon!

Kristy

rocket fuel for the soul

Ray D

Just finished an awesome mentoring session with Charlie Charlie Dore what an inspiration you are Charlie. Thank you for all the excellent advice and guidance.

Charlie A

Great first mentoring session with Martin. Really encouraging, helpful in establishing focus and with so many things to takeaway.

Amber V

10/10 Excellent! Really informative and enjoyable

Gustav P

What an incredibly life changing experience, on sooo many levels!!! It’s so difficult to put it all into words!!!!! Beautiful friendships gained and definitely the beginning of something monumental.

Maggie L

10/10 Thoroughly enjoyed this course, lovely group of people, fun and informative

Nathanael T

Absolutely brilliant! Informative, fun, engaging, great opportunity to network with like-minded people. Great atmosphere!

Lisa S

Fantastic mentoring session with Martin Sutton today, thank you Martin! Great feedback as always

Sandra D

The passion of all the lecturers was amazing to see. The sharing of their life experiences that enabled them to get a career in the industry was inspirational and has made me reinforce in my mind it’s truly possible for me!

Ming B

Thank you so much for this weekend, really was such a fantastic experience. I’ve learnt so much that I wasn’t able to sleep all last night thinking about it.

Laura T

Very engaging, high energy and motivating content and delivery. I would highly recommend to anyone.

Pari S

Feeling so blessed to be a part of this songwriting family! Thank you for creating this wonderful community, a place for us all to be creative, passionate, supportive and talented!

Dominique G

If I hadn’t have come I don’t think I would have believed in myself. you and the course have inspired me and sparked something inside of me to pursue my dream.

Amanda R

Just when I thought it could not get any more inspirational, I have another mentoring session with Luc Floreani!

Tim V

Absolutely amazing, inspirational, insightful session today

Chloe R

Feeling thoroughly inspired after a mind-blowing chat with Luc Floreani of Floreani Management. So thankful that he’s willing to share his enthusiasm and give me some new ideas.

Hugh W

Thank you Martin Sutton for your continued excellent support during the monthly 1:1’s, general encouragement, and kicks up the rear to keep on improving.

Anna H

So enjoyed my mentoring session with Mark Cawley yesterday – from now on I will be hanging out in bookshops looking shady – thanks mark x

Kristian V

I am SO totally buzzed that I took the plunge and committed to this program!

Luciano A

I’ve finally found myself and my confidence has come back! That is down to what The Songwriting Academy has done for me and given me the boost I needed. I can’t thank you enough

Katherine E

Such a great day enjoyed meeting everyone and learned so much!

Elisabeth V

I’m so freaking excited to be on this songwriting retreat!! Have written with some awesome people so far and have created some beautiful songs already! Yesterday’s was incredibly emotional

Anna T

It is an amazing academy you have established with a true ethos of care and support coming straight from the top and filtering down through its ever increasing family.

Kevin J

Had a great and informative mentoring session with Mark Cawley, nice guy, had some interesting left of field ideas for me to try. Thanks Mark

Introduction To Songwriting – Online Video Course