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Average Cost of Songwriting Lessons
The average cost of 60-minute songwriting lessons is $61. While the exact cost will vary depending on the teacher, type of lesson, and your location, you should expect to spend anywhere between $15 and $235 per hour.
| 30-min | $15 |
$36 average |
$160 |
| 45-min | $17 |
$48 average |
$199 |
| 60-min | $15 |
$61 average |
$235 |
For the best experience, we typically recommend 60-minute songwriting lessons. However, students looking for a more affordable option may want to consider a shorter lesson length of 45 or 30 minutes. On average, 45-minute songwriting lessons are 22% less expensive at $48, and 30-minute lessons cost 41% less at $36.
Curious how much songwriting lessons cost in your area? Do a quick search to get local prices for the best songwriting teachers .
Songwriting Lesson Reviews from Students
Students are raving about their Songwriting instructors on TakeLessons. Check out some of these recent reviews.
i've been playing guitar for a few years. all my songs sounded the same. brandon has a bunch of cool tricks to make it easy to fin
i like my lessons and i prefer to take them online instead of in person. it's easier."
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Popular Songwriting teachers
Mike S.
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Cheryl C.
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Peter D.
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About Mike S.
Close I teach refining your songs until they are "perfect"
Reviews
· Guitar · In studio
· Piano · In studio
· Piano · In home
Mike makes learning music so much fun. My daughter enjoyed the lessons and enjoyed the pieces he taught her. She is now pretty good at improv as well.
I actually took guitar lessons from Mike too, and I learned so much in a very short time.
When Mike is giving lessons, there's no time wasted. My daughter was always playing something during the lesson.
So Mike's enthusiasm for music is infectious. The kids will enjoy him, the lesson, and the music.
Thanks, Mike!
About Cheryl C.
Close Learn how to format your songwriting, use various song forms, develop melodies and harmonies.
Instrumental pieces will be guided with compositional techniques that include a working knowledge of music theory.
Lyric/chord songs will concentrate on developing music that elucidates the words and/or words that work with the music.
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· Acoustic Guitar · In studio
· Guitar · In studio
I am looking forward to many lessons
ahead and advancing my playing skills.
· Guitar · In studio
About Peter D.
Close I have coached hundreds of songs with a wide variety of students in pretty much any style of music, accelerating their understanding of the three basic elements of song craft: lyrics, melody, harmony.
Using techniques acquired through the Berklee School of Music system, I work closely with each person's temperament and personality, and help them in drawing out their own unique mode of expression into song.
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· Piano · In home
· Piano · In home
· Piano · In home
Dennis B.
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Steven B.
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Claire C.
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About Dennis B.
Close I encourage all students to try writing music or at least coming up with their own basic ideas. I will then work with the student's ideas to help them learn how to develop an initial idea into a large more complete musical form. If the student is able to write more complete songs I will coach them in techniques to improve the structure, harmony and melody of their work. I try to demonstrate ways that they can improve their writing without simply rewriting their ideas for them. For all of this I draw on my many years of experience as a composer. I try to guide the student towards developing a process of writing music that works for them. My main goal is to help them to grow into their own musical voice rather than to simply do what I suggest.
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· Guitar · In studio
· Guitar · In studio
· Guitar · In studio
About Steven B.
Close I teach songwriting for students who want to have the best chance to make money from their songwriting. There are structures of songs that make money, and if the song is well composed in one of those structures, and pitched correctly, the song can make money for the life of the writer, plus 70 additional years after the writer passes on. The heirs of the writer receive royalties for 70 years.
- In Your Home Lessons Via Webcam (LIVE with the teacher)
- In The Coronado Music Studio
***Teacher's Special - Lessons Via Webcam***
You catch a quality FREE USB microphone. This is what makes lessons via webcam crystal clear and perfect for both myself and the student. Some of my students find joy in applying it for making recordings or podcasts, and so on. All in all, this is one sweet bargain. You get a professional quality FREE USB microphone along with one of the best instructors out there. For several years, I have been teaching lessons via webcam in places like New York, Virginia
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· Singing · In studio
· Singing · In studio
· Guitar · In studio
About Claire C.
Close songwriting is part formula and part inspiration. While I can't make inspiration strike, I can help you harness it when it comes. By examining different songs, we will learn different techniques and learn to apply them to your own songs.
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· Singing · In studio
· Singing · In studio
· Singing · In studio
Recent Songwriting Articles from the Blog
Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro, check out the Songwriting articles on our blog.
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The Anatomy of a Hit Pop Song [Infographic]
When you're learning how to write a song, looking at how other songs are structured can be a great place to start. Like looking at a map before you go on a roadtrip, checking out the basic elements of songs you love gives you a sense of how they were written and what you need to do to write a song of your own. If analyzing all your favorite songs sounds like a daunting task (it is), you're in luck. The Billboard Experiment wanted to know if there was a formula that could determine which songs … Read More
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Songwriting Lessons
Have you always wanted to write a song, perhaps for a loved one, but simply could not figure out the basic elements required to write a catchy song? As a lyricist, inspiration can be come at any time and can be found in many places. Songwriting lessons are unique in that they will help you identify these moments of inspiration with tips and tools from professional songwriting instructor. Lessons can help you learn how to write a hit song, or simply provide you with a wonderful creative outlet. If you’re interested in songwriting music lessons can help expose you to songwriting workshops, resources, contests, techniques, and tips on how to get you or your child started writing a song.
Our lessons will help students understand the structure of songs, and from there transform them from the casual lyricist to the sharpest songwriter they can possibly be. So if you want to become a lyrical genius like John Lennon, Kurt Cobain or Alanis Morisette enroll in lessons and start your songwriting career today!
Private lessons and classes with a TakeLessons Certified™ teacher - whether in-home, studio, or online - accelerates your progress, increases enjoyment, and improves every beginner's chances of becoming an expert pianist. It's easy and affordable to book a teacher, and the lessons make a powerful, long-lasting impact.
Our songwriting teachers work with students of all ages: kids, teenagers, adults, and even seniors. Your teacher can coach you on the basic fundamentals of song structure, in addition to the technical aspects such as title and lyric construction, chords, melodies, music theory, and more. They also cover the physical, social, and emotional benefits of practicing the art of writing songs. They even teach you how to write song for different musical genres.
Your instructor can teach you different songwriting techniques and tips, and help you develop good practice routines, so that you can hack your learning experience, and achieve your goals faster. Learn to write songs for any occasion, genre, or audience.
Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced student, our instructors come from a variety of backgrounds, making it easy to find the perfect match for your interest and skill level. Each instructor's specialties are listed in their profile, along with details about their background, photos, student feedback and lesson availability.
Students taking online songwriting lessons can learn at their own convenience, enjoy better rates, and choose from a wider selection of teachers nationwide. If you've ever taken any music classes over Skype, you'll love using our interactive TakeLessons Classroom.
We guarantee a personalized experience that will exceed your expectations. In fact, we are so committed to your happiness that we offer all new customers a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee on your first lesson. Find the perfect songwriting teacher today.