Discover the Science and Patterns Behind Today's Hits!
This unique approach to studying today's hits has changed the way countless songwriters and producers are thinking about melody and hook writing.
What does just about every chart-topping hit have in common?
Super-infectious melodies and hooks, of course!
This masterclass pulls back the curtain on the patterns behind hit song melodies and hooks and takes a deep dive into the compositional, structural and delivery techniques that make them so effective.
Using the acclaimed Hit Songs Deconstructed methodology, over the course of three hours, and with over 40 recent Hot 100 Top 10 hit case studies we cover:
- The K.I.S.S. ME principle (what’s at the heart of most hit song melodies)
- In-section melodic part ordering and syllable structure
- Cross-section melodic development and familiarity techniques
- A.M.P.s (Alternating Melodic Patterns)
- E.O.L.A.s (End of Line Accentuators)
- Focal Vocal Hook “dressing” techniques
- Nano Vocal Hook techniques
- Instrumental hook techniques including foundational and melodic hooks
- Hook Arrangement
- Motifs and hook foreshadowing
- Prosody (ensuring that all of the song’s characteristics come together to create a unified vibe and elicit emotion)
- And more!
This masterclass teaches you how to recognize the melodic patterns and the multitude of ways that melody and hook techniques are woven into today’s hits, and apply them to your own music.
You'll learn how to:
- Turn infectious melodies into standout vocal and instrumental hooks
- Strategically arrange your melodies within and across sections
- Use compelling vocal delivery techniques to make your melodies shine
- Make your songs more memorable through the use of motifs and hook foreshadowing
- And much more!
After taking this masterclass, your approach to melody and hook writing will never be the same!
Songwriters, producers, and A&R/Music Industry Professionals who have the goal of being involved in today’s mainstream music scene.
A solid foundation in the basic craft of songwriting and music theory is highly recommended.
We focus on Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 hits.
Hit Songs Deconstructed masterclasses feature a combination of audio examples, graphs, charts, commentary, and, in some cases, Logic Pro sessions to illustrate principles and techniques.
Active listening exercises are at the core our masterclasses, so make sure you watch the masterclass with high quality audio/headphones.
- The video recording of the live 3 hour masterclass
- The PDF of the masterclass presentation deck
- A proprietary checklist and melodic parts table to evaluate your melody and hooks (sold individually for $149)
You will have unlimited access to the video and masterclass materials.
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The same day after attending my first workshop I was able to easily understand and fix my melody, and now my song is so much easier to sing and more memorable. Thank you Hit Songs Deconstructed!
Chris Ishoy
ASCAP songwriter and producer
Iplaydat Music
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This was one of the most thorough, well-presented and thought out master classes on pop writing I have ever experienced. It was also made user friendly by the teacher’s deep understanding of the music he was teaching about.
Jay Rodriguez
Grammy nominated musician, film composer, producer and arranger
Prince, Elvis Costello, Miley Cyrus, Celia Cruz, Tito Puente, Akon, Wu Tang Clan, DJ Premiere, Guru
Masterclass Case Studies Include:
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Insight like no other into vocal melodic patterns of pop hit songs.
Pablo Arango
Musician
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This is a great workshop and provides truly valuable tools. I found myself wanting to just start writing. It was inspirational.
David Boller
Songwriter/Producer
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Thank you, I thoroughly enjoyed the workshop! Jam packed full of information. Presented in an easy to understand way with case studies to illustrate the points made. Highly recommended!
Diana Watt
Songwriter
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I had a eureka moment in the middle of the masterclass. I understood why some of my songs were catchy and other's weren't. Learning how to analyze and apply the various techniques taught in this masterclass has become an invaluable part of my music production. Thank you HSD!
Juan Kurtis
Songwriter/Producer
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Very insightful! I appreciate that they leave us with activity work sheets after the class, so we can choose to apply to our own work what we have learned from class. There's time devoted as well for discussions. Definitely worth it. Thankful to the people that put this together.
Nikka Paloma Ty
MTV-Winning Singer-Songwriter | Content Producer
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Amazing masterclass. Spot on with the analysis and relevant to any music theory, composer, songwriter, or producer in the game now.
Dr. O
Producer
Young M.A., Chris Brown, Lil Wayne
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For those of you concerned about producing and writing hit songs while staying current, this masterclass is for you. Wonderful insight into what makes these current hit songs appeal so well to the artists audience.
Atom Troy
Professor/Artist