Songwriting Lessons in Philadelphia, PA. Amazing Teachers.

Learn how to write songs of all shapes and sizes, from the 2 minute pop song, to the 13 minute symphony

Many students are satisfied learning covers, which is great, but the real fun and creativity is in writing your own music. Writing takes confidence and freedom and everyone has to start somewhere. I help new writers with laying down basic songs, and more advanced writers with nuance and innovation - how to borrow ideas from songs they love, use music theory to create harmony for lead melodies on guitar, piano, and voice

I also offer music recording on Garageband, guiding writers on how to select a beat, add tracks, and connect musical ideas. I've been writing and recording my music since 2004, which stretches from Pop and Country to Soul and Hard Rock. I share my process and allow writers to explore the process of artists they love to see the progression even the greatest artists go through.

As a full time singer/songwriter/music coach, I love to infuse a mix of musical concepts and traditional teaching styles with real world experience I've gained from performing and writing over the years. You can expect to tap into more of your creative side while also learning tips, techniques, and helpful exercises to help write smart, unique songs that come from the heart. Some of the tricks I teach are ones I use personally to help me write. Expect to have fun, be challenged/out of your comfort zone, but to also feel more confident and accomplished in your songwriting abilities!

Hello! I'm Sierra, a Berklee College of Music graduate with over 10 years of experience songwriting. I have a unique approach to teaching songwriting and can’t wait for you to join me.

Lessons are for everyone in all genres and experience levels. Whether you’ve never written a song in your life or you’ve written hundreds, I will work to develop a plan that works for you!

- We start out with a FREE 30 minute lesson where we get to know each other
- After, I will analyze your areas of growth based on my evaluation and your goals to develop a *customized* 8-week plan for you
- Potential topics include lyric writing, melody writing, form, harmony, rhyme, music theory, guitar for songwriters, the business of songwriting, and more. Each topic will be catered towards your experience level.
- If you are not ready to commit to 8 weeks, you can also opt for a lesson-by-lesson plan that is less structured and best for those who would like to feedback on one or two songs
- We hit the ground

Reading the detailed "About" section below should give an aspiring singer/songwriter all the information relevant as to how and what I teach, with regard to vocal performance and technique. I have associated with published songwriters my entire 40 year career, and have gathered viable and pertinent knowledge of the craft that I can now pass along to a new era of writers. We will unpack the secrets of good songwriting, and we will write songs. We have the capabilities in my studio to record and mix your songs as well. I have co-written songs with my students that have been nominated for rewards in Nashville. Look at our sessions as practical, relevant clinics that will produce original musical material that will be heard, as you absorb the knowledge you need to be successful in this genre. To capsulize my mission statement as an instructor: You WILL be a better singer/songwriter and performer. THIS I GUARANTEE!!

Learn how your favorite songs work, what patterns are being used and what the song is really doing. Learn to write your own!! What chords work together and why! What parts go where and why! The harmonies to the music, why they work and what they are really implying! Writing multiple parts to a song (Rhythms, leads, melodies and solos). We can even record and work on your own songs at my studio!