MASTERCLASSES AND COURSES

2 lessons  |  None

Taylor Swift Hits Deconstructed

It goes without saying that Taylor Swift is a master when it comes to the art of storytelling.

Her lyrics are intriguing yet easy-to-grasp, personal yet universal, and always compelling. Her melodies are irresistibly catchy, featuring expertly crafted, highly infectious vocal and instrumental hooks that linger long after the music stops.

How does she do it?

Watch this masterclass to gain unprecedented insight into the masterful songwriting techniques Swift and her A-list collaborators used to craft her 50 Hot 100 top 10 hits!

2 lessons  |  None

The 5 Pillars of a Hit Song

While no two hit songs are exactly alike, most possess core commonalities that are fundamental to their success. From melody and hooks, to lyrics and rhymes, to structure and arrangement, this masterclass will provide you with a strong foundation of the elements consistently found in today's hits.

3 lessons  |  None

Max Martin Hits Deconstructed

Using the Hit Songs Deconstructed methodology to analyze over 50 of Max Martin’s Top 10 hits going back to 2010, this masterclass takes a deep dive into Martin’s most effective techniques for hooking the listener in, leaving them wanting more, MAXimizing the chorus, and much more. (Length: 3.5 hours)

3 lessons  |  None

The Hit Song Blueprint

While no two hit songs are exactly alike, most possess core commonalities that are fundamental to their success. From melody and hooks, to lyrics and rhymes, to structure and arrangement, this masterclass will provide you with a strong foundation of the elements consistently found in today's hits. (Length: 2 hours)

3 lessons  |  None

Decoding Hit Song Melody and Hooks

This one-of-a-kind masterclass provides you with unique insight into the patterns behind today’s most infectious melodies, vocal and instrumental hooks, and the compositional, structural and delivery techniques that make them so effective. (Length: 3 hours)

3 lessons  |  None

Decoding Hit Song Lyrics and Rhymes

Using the Hit Songs Deconstructed methodology, the Five Pillars of Hit Song Lyrics, and an array of in-depth case studies, this masterclass provides you with unique insight into how today’s hitmakers lyrically craft their songs. (Length: 3 hours)

12 lessons  |  None

Mastering the Rewrite

As the saying goes, genius is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration. This unique masterclass will give you all of the tools, techniques and insight you need to master the rewrite process and fine-tune your songs to succeed on the hit song stage. (Length: 9 hours)

3 lessons  |  None

Balancing Artistry with Commercial Appeal

This masterclass provides you with unique insight into how to achieve success and longevity in today’s competitive music scene while remaining true to your own unique artistry. (Length: 2.5 hours)

7 lessons  |  None

The Road to the Chorus

Of all the sections in a hit song, it’s typically the chorus that “seals the deal” with the listener and keeps them coming back more. This six-segment course uses the Hit Songs Deconstructed methodology to explore the techniques utilized by hit songwriters to maximize the road leading up to and throughout their song’s choruses. (Length: 1.5 hours)

3 lessons  |  None

Bookending Your Song

This course uses the Hit Songs Deconstructed methodology to explore some of the most common and effective intro and outro techniques used in hit songwriting. (Length: 20 minutes)

51 lessons  |  None

Hit Song Mastery (Spring 2023)

Discover the Theory, Psychology and Science Behind Today's Hits