Using Poetry in Songwriting

The songwriting process can begin either with a musical or a textual idea. This course explores how starting with text, such as a poem, can shape the creation of a song in powerful ways. Songwriter Emily Braden takes us on a songwriting journey, using her own compositions to demonstrate how to bring musical life to the words that inspire you.

• Insights on how text can shape a song's rhythm and timing
• Learn how to add music to poetry
• Practical tips on text-based composition