Description & Learning Outcomes
This workshop is open to musicians and non-musicians alike (lyricists only). The goal is to equip you with tools to write better lyrics by introducing you to the concepts such as prosody, song plot or sensory object writing. You’ll learn how to use the lyrics to build suspense, to ‘breath life’ into your songs and emphasize the song’s theme. As a result, your lyrics will be more ‘cohesive’, memorable and convey the story more convincingly. While the workshop is taught in English, you can use these tools in any language.
Additional Benefits:
- Receive invaluable feedback from the instructor and other songwriters
- Collaborate with others that will push the limits of your creativity beyond what you’re normally used to
- Expand your network of collaborators and contacts in the music world.
Duration:
3 x 90 minutes (excluding breaks)
The duration of the workshop can be slightly adjusted based on individual needs, but not less than 4 hours.
Partnership
If you are a school or an individual interested in organizing the ESC or collaboration, reach out to petra.jordan@messageofthesong.com for pricing, partnership details and a customized offer.
“Taking Petra’s lyric workshop felt like hanging out with a cool friend who happens to know a ton about music and lyrics! Her teaching style is spot-on, blending theory with real-life examples. It wasn’t just about learning the rules; it was about understanding how to bend them to create something unique.
Petra helped me approach lyric writing in a whole new way. Instead of just puzzling sentences together, she encouraged me to think about what I really wanted to say with my music. There was never any pressure to be perfect; it was all about exploring and experimenting with our own unique styles. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned songwriter looking to shake things up, I highly recommend Petra’s workshop.”
Paul Edelbluth
Singer/Songwriter, Producer,
Abbey Road Institute alumnus