Senior Seminar in Songwriting: Songwriter-Topliner Focus
Course Number
SW-393
Description
The Senior Seminar: Songwriter-Topliner focus is designed to prepare the student for a career as a songwriter-topliner. The course is divided into two parts: a small group class designed to guide students in the preparation of their final projects and a large group seminar where students can develop community and meet with industry professionals. This course requires students to construct a small portfolio of works; develop a creator vision; create short and long term action plans; design business materials; register with appropriate CMO’s; and discuss, analyze, and research industry norms and contacts. Through the course deliverables, students will demonstrate proficiency as a songwriter-topliner.
Credits
2
Prerequisites
SW-372 or SW-311
Required Of
SONG majors NOT taking SW-390, SW-391, SW-394, or SW-399
Electable By
SONG majors
Major Elective for
Songwriting
Semesters Offered
Fall, Spring, Summer
Location
Boston
Department
SONG
Course Chair
Rodney Alejandro