Lecture, three hours; discussion, one hour. With special focus on songwriting renaissance of rock era, examination of work of important songwriters of post-World War II generation (circa 1952-1994) and those they have influenced. Practical industry guidance from current and noteworthy practitioners. Coverage of songwriting, arrangement and record production, music publishing, and record business in 20th and 21st centuries. Guest music industry professionals demonstrate individual creative processes and discuss their paths to songwriting and their place in world of music. Course is not workshop or tutorial on how to write songs. (See course 112.) P/NP or letter grading.

Review Summary

Clarity
8.3 / 10
Organization
8.3 / 10
Time
0-5 hrs/week
Overall
8.3 / 10

Reviews

    Quarter Taken: Summer 2023 Online
    Grade: A+

    Each “lecture” was an interview with a music industry professional. Gave a lot of great insight and was a fairly easy workload.

Course

Instructor
David A. Leaf
Previously taught
23Su 22Su 21Su 20Su 19Su

Grading Information

  • No group projects

  • Attendance not required

  • No midterms

  • No final

  • 0% recommend the textbook

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