Songwriting Certificate

Objectives

The objective of this course is to provide the necessary tools for the composition and writing of songs (Songwriting), encompassing both the musical and literary aspects. During this two-year course, students will work on different aspects of the compositional phenomenon, such as theoretical training, experimentation, analysis and knowledge of new technologies.

In this course, the different compositional styles and trends are explored. Students will work on different techniques and particularities, from the simplest to the most sophisticated forms.

Who is the course aimed at?

This course is for anyone who wants to get into songwriting and composition. It is also essential for those artists who already have experience but need to expand their resources or acquire a solid practical-theoretical basis.

Qualification

Once all the subjects on the syllabus have been completed (or the equivalent knowledge has been accredited), students will obtain the Songwriting Certificate, a qualification awarded by Taller de Músics and Microfusa.

The accreditation of equivalent knowledge necessary for the recognition of subjects will be done through a level test for each subject.

Syllabus

FIRST COURSE

Subjects 1st Semester:

• Musical Language 3
• Harmony 1
• Songwriting 1
• Composition Technology 1
• Voice / Performance
• Accompanying instrument (optional)

Subjects 2nd Semester:

• Musical Language 4
• Harmony / Jazz Techniques 1
• Songwriting 2
• Composition Technology 2
• Voice / Performance
• Accompanying instrument (optional)

SECOND COURSE

Subjects 1st Semester:

• Lyrics 1
• Harmony / Jazz Techniques 2
• Songwriting 3
• Composition Technology 3
• Voice / Performance
• Accompanying instrument (optional)

Subjects 2nd Semester:

• Lyrics 2
• Harmony / Jazz Techniques 3
• Songwriting 4
• Composition Technology 4
• Voice / Performance
• Accompanying instrument (optional)

Academic Calendar 2023-2024

Level tests and recovery exams

1ST QUARTER
Level tests:  September 6, 7 and 8, 2023

• September 6: Musical Language, Harmony and Jazz Techniques
• September 7 and 8 : Combos

2ND QUARTER
Level tests: February 9 and 12, 2024

• February 9: Musical Language, Harmony and Jazz Techniques
• February 12: Combos

COURSE CALENDAR

Calendar [PDF]

1ST QUARTER
September 18, 2023 – February 2, 2024

• Christmas Holidays: December 23, 2023 – January 7, 2024
• Holidays:  September 25, October 12, November 1, December 6 and 8, 2023
• The school will remain closed on December 7.

2ND QUARTER
February 19 – June 19, 2024

• Easter: March 25-April 1, 2024
• Holidays: May 1 and 20, 2024

ACCESS TO STUDIES

Courses are four-monthly (a four-month period corresponds to a complete subject level). The continuation from one quarter to the next is not obligatory. You can register at the Secretariat of the Taller de Músics during the weeks prior to the beginning of each term.

GENERAL REGISTRATIONS

1ST QUARTER

• Reservations: June 1-20, 2023
• Registrations: July 4-21, 2023

2ND QUARTER

• Reservations: January 8-26, 2024
• Registrations: February 7 and 8, 2024

Requested documentation:
DNI, NIE or Passport/certificate from other music centres/course fees. Criteria for awarding places: in strict order of registration.

Cancellation of registrations:
Refund of the amount paid (less 15% of administrative expenses) within the same registration period.

Late registrations:
Once the course has begun, new students will be admitted according to the criteria of the pedagogical direction. Consult the Secretary’s Office.

Further information

Taller de Músics Escuela de Música
Requesens, 3-5, bajos
08001 Barcelona
t. 93 329 56 67
m. 608 381 118
[email protected]

How to get here
Bus: D50, V11, H16, 55, 120
Metro: L2 Sant Antoni (exit Villarroel)