Songwriting Courses and Live Class Schedule

About Benn Cutarelli
As songwriter and composer, Benn's melodies and harmonic treatment are crossed between country, alternative country and pop. He believes that songwriting and composition are continuous improvement processes. He started out as a drummer in a four-piece band from his home town of Marion, Ohio. He enlisted in the military, and while at the U.S. Air Force Academy, he was assigned to the music department where he wrote percussion ensemble compositions. He attended and graduated from Ohio University in Athens, Ohio where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Music Education. Benn’s most recent success was his song Small Stuff featured in the Twentieth Century Fox major motion picture "The Longest Ride". Benn also had a song placed in the network TV show ‘Nashville’, while another song was placed on the TV show ‘The Mentalist’. He has had several cuts by indie artists as well as songs placed on many cable network channels. Benn believes in challenging himself everyday with new melodies and grooves. Benn joined SongU.com in 2002. He is both a member and Instructor-Led Course Coordinator.

FDBK 101 Songwriting Feedback Course - Sync, Production, and Country

In this songwriting class, you will meet with a music industry professional and a small group of fellow songwriters for a constructive discussion focused on potential areas of improvement in the production, music, and lyrics of your songs. Professional demos not required. Simple worktapes and songs-in-progress are encouraged. Led by Benn Cutarelli, a successful songwriter with independent and international artist cuts and major film and television sync licensing placements. Note: Benn is also a course administrator and a wealth of information, having attended and assisted in almost every songwriting course at SongU.com for many years. This songwriting course is geared toward the Country and Sync licensing markets, including multiple genres for film/TV/media song placement, and music business questions.

You may bring one song (or lyric-only) in your backpack. Limited to 5 participants to allow for personalized attention and class discussion. Running time approximately 1 hour.

Instructor-Led (Live) Course

A fun interactive audio/video group experience in our e-classroom where you can learn from the best in the music business. Simply,

• Register online
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at time of meeting
• Enjoy your class with your peers and faculty
• Missed class? Meetings are recorded and audio/video transcripts are available for 7 days

More questions?

Live Song Feedback Classes

Experience the power of live song feedback sessions led by accomplished hit songwriters, music publishers, and songpluggers. Join these highly-rated and member recommended, small-group interactive audio/video sessions, where you'll receive invaluable feedback on your songs. Network with music industry professionals and meet potential co-writers. Here's how it works:

• Register online
• Put your song or lyric in your virtual backpack
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at meeting time
• Enjoy the class with peers and faculty
• Time zone conflicts? You can still register and receive feedback!
• Missed a class? Transcripts are available for 7 days

Member Robert Quigley (Scotland, UK, Member since 2020) writes: "Previously, I only submitted songs that have been mixed/mastered and have already started being pitched to opps. But I realized I could do with some feedback on these newer, in-progress songs. I've yet to make it in person [to the live song feedback courses], but the transcripts have been invaluable! This will be a game changer as it gives me a mechanism to get objective feedback midway through creating a track. Really enjoying my 'new' SongU experience!".

Read some more testimonials.

Explore, Learn, and Create at Your Own Pace

Discover a diverse catalog of 24/7 available songwriting courses and engaging podcast offerings to enhance your skills. Explore Composition, Lyric Writing, Music Business, Commercial Songwriting, Production, and Sync Licensing.

DIY Courses (included with all memberships). Strengthen, refine, and review essential songwriting skills. Easy-to-follow text-based courses with 4-6 lessons, examples, and activities.

Podcast Courses (included with Platinum membership. Engage with video and audio formats. Comprehensive transcripts, handouts, and summaries from "live" songwriting classes. Available for 5 credits (1 credit = $1) for Lite members.

Our DIY songwriting courses allow you to create your own learning experience by providing you the freedom to work at your own pace and comfort level.


More questions?

DIY Video Recording

DIY Video Recording courses are audio/video recorded transcripts of several of our most popular instructor-led (Live) courses exactly as they occurred. The running time is approximately 60 to 90 minutes. They are available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week allowing you to listen and view at your own pace. More questions?

About Lisa Palas
Lisa Palas is an award-winning songwriter with several number one hits to her credit including Alabama's "You've Got the Touch" and "There's No Way". Her songs have been recorded by the renowned country stars Alabama, Reba McEntire, Randy Travis, Kris Kristofferson, Chris LeDoux, Conway Twitty and The Oak Ridge Boys as well as included in the soundtracks of feature films. She has also scored musicals on the stage, most recently "Jack" for Louisville's Walden Theater. A featured soloist at Unity churches, Lisa recently recorded a CD of original songs included in her performances. She began her acting career as a dancer in the Sissy Spacek film "Marie", also notable for being the film debut of ex-Senator Fred Thompson. Some twenty years later, Lisa resumed acting on a regular basis and has appeared in numerous short films, industrials, tv commercials and episodic television such as the Pax Network's "It's a Miracle", hosted by Richard Thomas. She is currently seen in commercials for Physicians Mutual Insurance, the Connecticut Lottery and Tri-Star Health Systems. She has also performed in various productions on the Nashville stage including the world premiere of "A Stoop on Orchard Street." Lisa teaches Feedback and Mentoring and Songwriters Support at SongU.com

FDBK 110 Songwriting Feedback Course

In this songwriting class, you will meet with a music industry professional and a small group of fellow songwriters for a constructive discussion focused on potential areas of improvement in the production, music, and lyrics of your songs. Professional demos not required. Simple worktapes and songs-in-progress are encouraged. Led by Lisa Palas, award-winning songwriter with several number one hit songs to her credit. This songwriting course is geared toward Country, Pop, Christian/Inspirational, and multiple-genres for sync. Previous experience with song feedback is recommended. You can bring one song (or lyric-only) in your backpack for instructor feedback and insights.

You may bring one song (or lyric-only) in your virtual backpack. Limited to 5 participants to allow for personalized attention and class discussion. Running time approximately 1 hour.

Instructor-Led (Live) Course

A fun interactive audio/video group experience in our e-classroom where you can learn from the best in the music business. Simply,

• Register online
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at time of meeting
• Enjoy your class with your peers and faculty
• Missed class? Meetings are recorded and audio/video transcripts are available for 7 days

More questions?

Live Song Feedback Classes

Experience the power of live song feedback sessions led by accomplished hit songwriters, music publishers, and songpluggers. Join these highly-rated and member recommended, small-group interactive audio/video sessions, where you'll receive invaluable feedback on your songs. Network with music industry professionals and meet potential co-writers. Here's how it works:

• Register online
• Put your song or lyric in your virtual backpack
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at meeting time
• Enjoy the class with peers and faculty
• Time zone conflicts? You can still register and receive feedback!
• Missed a class? Transcripts are available for 7 days

Member Robert Quigley (Scotland, UK, Member since 2020) writes: "Previously, I only submitted songs that have been mixed/mastered and have already started being pitched to opps. But I realized I could do with some feedback on these newer, in-progress songs. I've yet to make it in person [to the live song feedback courses], but the transcripts have been invaluable! This will be a game changer as it gives me a mechanism to get objective feedback midway through creating a track. Really enjoying my 'new' SongU experience!".

Read some more testimonials.

Explore, Learn, and Create at Your Own Pace

Discover a diverse catalog of 24/7 available songwriting courses and engaging podcast offerings to enhance your skills. Explore Composition, Lyric Writing, Music Business, Commercial Songwriting, Production, and Sync Licensing.

DIY Courses (included with all memberships). Strengthen, refine, and review essential songwriting skills. Easy-to-follow text-based courses with 4-6 lessons, examples, and activities.

Podcast Courses (included with Platinum membership. Engage with video and audio formats. Comprehensive transcripts, handouts, and summaries from "live" songwriting classes. Available for 5 credits (1 credit = $1) for Lite members.

Our DIY songwriting courses allow you to create your own learning experience by providing you the freedom to work at your own pace and comfort level.


More questions?

DIY Video Recording

DIY Video Recording courses are audio/video recorded transcripts of several of our most popular instructor-led (Live) courses exactly as they occurred. The running time is approximately 60 to 90 minutes. They are available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week allowing you to listen and view at your own pace. More questions?

About Marcia Ramirez
Marcia Ramirez is a professional singer/songwriter who has had four independent solo albums released and performs all over the country. As a former staff songwriter for publishing companies including Curb Music, she has numerous songs placed in film and TV shows as well as major label artists covering her songs including a 2017 Grammy-award winning album by Reba McEntire. She has been in the studio and/or toured live playing keyboards, guitar, mandolin and singing background vocals with artists including Rodney Crowell, Lee Ann Womack, Pam Tillis, Hank Williams Jr., Billy Dean, Linda Davis, Tanya Tucker, and Patty Loveless. She's also one of the most in-demand demo singers in Nashville. Marcia teaches Song Feedback and Mentoring at SongU.com.

FDBK 140 Songwriting Feedback Course

In this songwriting class, you will meet with a music industry professional and a small group of fellow songwriters for a constructive discussion focused on potential areas of improvement in the production, music, and lyrics of your songs. Professional demos not required. Simple worktapes and songs-in-progress are encouraged. Led by award-winning Nashville veteran songwriter, on-demand demo vocalist, and touring back-up singer and musician, Marcia Ramirez. for a feedback and mentoring session for all songwriters regardless of their level. This songwriting course is geared toward the Country, Singer/Songwriter markets and inspirational/Christian music, but can include multiple genres for film/TV/media song placement, and music business questions.

You may bring one song (or lyric-only) in your virtual backpack. Limited to 5 participants to allow for personalized attention and class discussion. Running time approximately 1 hour.

Instructor-Led (Live) Course

A fun interactive audio/video group experience in our e-classroom where you can learn from the best in the music business. Simply,

• Register online
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at time of meeting
• Enjoy your class with your peers and faculty
• Missed class? Meetings are recorded and audio/video transcripts are available for 7 days

More questions?

Live Song Feedback Classes

Experience the power of live song feedback sessions led by accomplished hit songwriters, music publishers, and songpluggers. Join these highly-rated and member recommended, small-group interactive audio/video sessions, where you'll receive invaluable feedback on your songs. Network with music industry professionals and meet potential co-writers. Here's how it works:

• Register online
• Put your song or lyric in your virtual backpack
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at meeting time
• Enjoy the class with peers and faculty
• Time zone conflicts? You can still register and receive feedback!
• Missed a class? Transcripts are available for 7 days

Member Robert Quigley (Scotland, UK, Member since 2020) writes: "Previously, I only submitted songs that have been mixed/mastered and have already started being pitched to opps. But I realized I could do with some feedback on these newer, in-progress songs. I've yet to make it in person [to the live song feedback courses], but the transcripts have been invaluable! This will be a game changer as it gives me a mechanism to get objective feedback midway through creating a track. Really enjoying my 'new' SongU experience!".

Read some more testimonials.

Explore, Learn, and Create at Your Own Pace

Discover a diverse catalog of 24/7 available songwriting courses and engaging podcast offerings to enhance your skills. Explore Composition, Lyric Writing, Music Business, Commercial Songwriting, Production, and Sync Licensing.

DIY Courses (included with all memberships). Strengthen, refine, and review essential songwriting skills. Easy-to-follow text-based courses with 4-6 lessons, examples, and activities.

Podcast Courses (included with Platinum membership. Engage with video and audio formats. Comprehensive transcripts, handouts, and summaries from "live" songwriting classes. Available for 5 credits (1 credit = $1) for Lite members.

Our DIY songwriting courses allow you to create your own learning experience by providing you the freedom to work at your own pace and comfort level.


More questions?

DIY Video Recording

DIY Video Recording courses are audio/video recorded transcripts of several of our most popular instructor-led (Live) courses exactly as they occurred. The running time is approximately 60 to 90 minutes. They are available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week allowing you to listen and view at your own pace. More questions?

About Justin Morgan:
Justin Morgan is a multi-genre songwriter, producer, and artist. As a songwriter, Justin has penned songs for Runaway June, Lauren Duski, Home Free, Aaron Shust, Audio Adrenaline and many others. He has had songs placed in major release movies, prime-time television, and advertisements, and has had charting singles in 4 different formats of radio. As a producer, he has worked with many of today’s most relevant labels including Big Machine, Capitol, Warner, Word, Curb, Provident, Sony, Centricity, Fair Trade, and many chart topping artists and writers. As an Artist, he has had a charting single, songs used in TV shows and advertising, and been featured by MTV as the artist of the day. Justin lives in Nashville with his wife and their son and their rescue dog. He is currently a staff writer with Centricity Music publishing and owner of Pearl Snap studios.

FDBK 160 Songwriting and Production Feedback Course

In this songwriting class, you will meet with a music industry professional and a small group of fellow songwriters for a constructive discussion focused on potential areas of improvement in the production, music, and lyrics of your songs. Led by Justin Morgan, owner of Pearl Snap Studios, producer, staff-songwriter, and artist. As a producer, he has worked with many of today’s most relevant labels. This songwriting class is geared toward pro demos that may need further critical evaluation, or assessment of simple worktapes, and songs-in-progress in any genre or for sync.

You may bring one song (music and lyrics) but NO LYRICS-ONLY in your virtual backpack. Limited to 5 participants to allow for personalized attention and class discussion. Running time approximately 1 hour.

Instructor-Led (Live) Course

A fun interactive audio/video group experience in our e-classroom where you can learn from the best in the music business. Simply,

• Register online
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at time of meeting
• Enjoy your class with your peers and faculty
• Missed class? Meetings are recorded and audio/video transcripts are available for 7 days

More questions?

Live Song Feedback Classes

Experience the power of live song feedback sessions led by accomplished hit songwriters, music publishers, and songpluggers. Join these highly-rated and member recommended, small-group interactive audio/video sessions, where you'll receive invaluable feedback on your songs. Network with music industry professionals and meet potential co-writers. Here's how it works:

• Register online
• Put your song or lyric in your virtual backpack
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at meeting time
• Enjoy the class with peers and faculty
• Time zone conflicts? You can still register and receive feedback!
• Missed a class? Transcripts are available for 7 days

Member Robert Quigley (Scotland, UK, Member since 2020) writes: "Previously, I only submitted songs that have been mixed/mastered and have already started being pitched to opps. But I realized I could do with some feedback on these newer, in-progress songs. I've yet to make it in person [to the live song feedback courses], but the transcripts have been invaluable! This will be a game changer as it gives me a mechanism to get objective feedback midway through creating a track. Really enjoying my 'new' SongU experience!".

Read some more testimonials.

Explore, Learn, and Create at Your Own Pace

Discover a diverse catalog of 24/7 available songwriting courses and engaging podcast offerings to enhance your skills. Explore Composition, Lyric Writing, Music Business, Commercial Songwriting, Production, and Sync Licensing.

DIY Courses (included with all memberships). Strengthen, refine, and review essential songwriting skills. Easy-to-follow text-based courses with 4-6 lessons, examples, and activities.

Podcast Courses (included with Platinum membership. Engage with video and audio formats. Comprehensive transcripts, handouts, and summaries from "live" songwriting classes. Available for 5 credits (1 credit = $1) for Lite members.

Our DIY songwriting courses allow you to create your own learning experience by providing you the freedom to work at your own pace and comfort level.


More questions?

DIY Video Recording

DIY Video Recording courses are audio/video recorded transcripts of several of our most popular instructor-led (Live) courses exactly as they occurred. The running time is approximately 60 to 90 minutes. They are available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week allowing you to listen and view at your own pace. More questions?

About Helen Darling
Helen Darling is a Grammy-award nominated songwriter and former major label recording artist whose credits include the #1 crossover hit song "Bring On The Rain" recorded by Jo Dee Messina and Tim McGraw. This #1 song was nominated for a Grammy, an ACM and a CMA award. Darling started her career as a Chicago jingle singer on television and radio commercials for such clients as McDonald’s and 7-up. Her voice sang the familiar query, "Have you driven a Ford lately?" After moving to Nashville in 1993, Darling began singing song demos as well as back-up for artists such as Garth Brooks. She later signed a recording contract with MCA/Decca Records and her debut album featured appearances by Garth Brooks who sang back-up on her track of “Even God Must Get The Blues” in addition to Delbert McClinton and Lee Roy Parnell. Extreme Writers Group signed Darling in 1999 as a staff writer, and she has since had cuts with Mindy McCready, Niki Horner, Bering Strait, and Amanda Wilkinson. She currently divides her time between Montana and Texas. Helen teaches Song Feedback and Mentoring at SongU.com. For more information on Helen, visit www.helendarlingmusic.com.

FDBK 200 Songwriting Feedback Course II

In this songwriting class, you will meet with a music industry professional and a small group of fellow songwriters for a constructive discussion focused on potential areas of improvement in the production, music, and lyrics of your songs. Professional demos not required. Simple worktapes and songs-in-progress are encouraged. Led by Grammy-award nominated songwriter and former major-label recording artist Helen Darling. This commercial songwriter-oriented songwriting course is geared toward all songwriters, although previous experience with song feedback is recommended.

You may bring one song (or lyric-only) in your virtual backpack. Limited to 5 participants to allow for personalized attention and class discussion. Running time approximately 1 hour.

Instructor-Led (Live) Course

A fun interactive audio/video group experience in our e-classroom where you can learn from the best in the music business. Simply,

• Register online
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at time of meeting
• Enjoy your class with your peers and faculty
• Missed class? Meetings are recorded and audio/video transcripts are available for 7 days

More questions?

Live Song Feedback Classes

Experience the power of live song feedback sessions led by accomplished hit songwriters, music publishers, and songpluggers. Join these highly-rated and member recommended, small-group interactive audio/video sessions, where you'll receive invaluable feedback on your songs. Network with music industry professionals and meet potential co-writers. Here's how it works:

• Register online
• Put your song or lyric in your virtual backpack
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at meeting time
• Enjoy the class with peers and faculty
• Time zone conflicts? You can still register and receive feedback!
• Missed a class? Transcripts are available for 7 days

Member Robert Quigley (Scotland, UK, Member since 2020) writes: "Previously, I only submitted songs that have been mixed/mastered and have already started being pitched to opps. But I realized I could do with some feedback on these newer, in-progress songs. I've yet to make it in person [to the live song feedback courses], but the transcripts have been invaluable! This will be a game changer as it gives me a mechanism to get objective feedback midway through creating a track. Really enjoying my 'new' SongU experience!".

Read some more testimonials.

Explore, Learn, and Create at Your Own Pace

Discover a diverse catalog of 24/7 available songwriting courses and engaging podcast offerings to enhance your skills. Explore Composition, Lyric Writing, Music Business, Commercial Songwriting, Production, and Sync Licensing.

DIY Courses (included with all memberships). Strengthen, refine, and review essential songwriting skills. Easy-to-follow text-based courses with 4-6 lessons, examples, and activities.

Podcast Courses (included with Platinum membership. Engage with video and audio formats. Comprehensive transcripts, handouts, and summaries from "live" songwriting classes. Available for 5 credits (1 credit = $1) for Lite members.

Our DIY songwriting courses allow you to create your own learning experience by providing you the freedom to work at your own pace and comfort level.


More questions?

DIY Video Recording

DIY Video Recording courses are audio/video recorded transcripts of several of our most popular instructor-led (Live) courses exactly as they occurred. The running time is approximately 60 to 90 minutes. They are available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week allowing you to listen and view at your own pace. More questions?

About Alan Roy Scott
Alan Roy Scott is a top Hollywood songwriter and music producer, who brings a 20-year career in the music business to enrich Greenstar's digital culture project. His career began with Screen Gems-EMI Music and with a division of Motown, where he was involved with Smokey Robinson, The Temptations and Stevie Wonder.

Among the many artists who have recorded his songs are Celine Dion, Luther Vandross, Cyndi Lauper, Gloria Estefan, Roberta Flack, The Allman Brothers, Sheena Easton, The Neville Brothers, Pat Benatar, Patti LaBelle, The Pointer Sisters, Rick Springfield and Johnny Mathis.

His TV/Film credits include songs used in First Wives Club, Top Gun, Coming To America, Karate Kid II, Fame (TV show), Rags To Riches, Santa Barbara, As The World Turns and Beverly Hills 90210, among others. Alan is a Song Feedback and Mentoring Course instructor at SongU.com.

FDBK 205 Song Feedback Course II

In this songwriting class, you will meet with a music industry professional and a small group of fellow songwriters for a constructive discussion focused on potential areas of improvement in the production, music, and lyrics of your songs. Professional demos not required. Simple worktapes and songs-in-progress are encouraged. Led by the self-described "gift-of-gab" hit songwriter, Alan Roy Scott. Alan is a master craftsman and comfortable with all genres. He often pulls out his keyboard to explain music ideas. This songwriting course is geared all songwriters, and film/TV/media song placement and music business questions. Previous experience with song feedback is recommended. You may bring one song (or lyric-only) in your backpack. Limit of 5 participants only to allow for personalized attention and class discussion.

Instructor-Led (Live) Course

A fun interactive audio/video group experience in our e-classroom where you can learn from the best in the music business. Simply,

• Register online
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at time of meeting
• Enjoy your class with your peers and faculty
• Missed class? Meetings are recorded and audio/video transcripts are available for 7 days

More questions?

Live Song Feedback Classes

Experience the power of live song feedback sessions led by accomplished hit songwriters, music publishers, and songpluggers. Join these highly-rated and member recommended, small-group interactive audio/video sessions, where you'll receive invaluable feedback on your songs. Network with music industry professionals and meet potential co-writers. Here's how it works:

• Register online
• Put your song or lyric in your virtual backpack
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at meeting time
• Enjoy the class with peers and faculty
• Time zone conflicts? You can still register and receive feedback!
• Missed a class? Transcripts are available for 7 days

Member Robert Quigley (Scotland, UK, Member since 2020) writes: "Previously, I only submitted songs that have been mixed/mastered and have already started being pitched to opps. But I realized I could do with some feedback on these newer, in-progress songs. I've yet to make it in person [to the live song feedback courses], but the transcripts have been invaluable! This will be a game changer as it gives me a mechanism to get objective feedback midway through creating a track. Really enjoying my 'new' SongU experience!".

Read some more testimonials.

Explore, Learn, and Create at Your Own Pace

Discover a diverse catalog of 24/7 available songwriting courses and engaging podcast offerings to enhance your skills. Explore Composition, Lyric Writing, Music Business, Commercial Songwriting, Production, and Sync Licensing.

DIY Courses (included with all memberships). Strengthen, refine, and review essential songwriting skills. Easy-to-follow text-based courses with 4-6 lessons, examples, and activities.

Podcast Courses (included with Platinum membership. Engage with video and audio formats. Comprehensive transcripts, handouts, and summaries from "live" songwriting classes. Available for 5 credits (1 credit = $1) for Lite members.

Our DIY songwriting courses allow you to create your own learning experience by providing you the freedom to work at your own pace and comfort level.


More questions?

DIY Video Recording

DIY Video Recording courses are audio/video recorded transcripts of several of our most popular instructor-led (Live) courses exactly as they occurred. The running time is approximately 60 to 90 minutes. They are available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week allowing you to listen and view at your own pace. More questions?

About Alan Roy Scott
Alan Roy Scott is a top Hollywood songwriter and music producer, who brings a 20-year career in the music business to enrich Greenstar's digital culture project. His career began with Screen Gems-EMI Music and with a division of Motown, where he was involved with Smokey Robinson, The Temptations and Stevie Wonder.

Among the many artists who have recorded his songs are Celine Dion, Luther Vandross, Cyndi Lauper, Gloria Estefan, Roberta Flack, The Allman Brothers, Sheena Easton, The Neville Brothers, Pat Benatar, Patti LaBelle, The Pointer Sisters, Rick Springfield and Johnny Mathis.

His TV/Film credits include songs used in First Wives Club, Top Gun, Coming To America, Karate Kid II, Fame (TV show), Rags To Riches, Santa Barbara, As The World Turns and Beverly Hills 90210, among others. Alan is a Song Feedback and Mentoring Course instructor at SongU.com.

FDBK 205 Song Feedback Course II

In this songwriting class, you will meet with a music industry professional and a small group of fellow songwriters for a constructive discussion focused on potential areas of improvement in the production, music, and lyrics of your songs. Professional demos not required. Simple worktapes and songs-in-progress are encouraged. Led by the self-described "gift-of-gab" hit songwriter, Alan Roy Scott. Alan is a master craftsman and comfortable with all genres. He often pulls out his keyboard to explain music ideas. This songwriting course is geared all songwriters, and film/TV/media song placement and music business questions. Previous experience with song feedback is recommended. You may bring one song (or lyric-only) in your backpack. Limit of 5 participants only to allow for personalized attention and class discussion.

Instructor-Led (Live) Course

A fun interactive audio/video group experience in our e-classroom where you can learn from the best in the music business. Simply,

• Register online
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at time of meeting
• Enjoy your class with your peers and faculty
• Missed class? Meetings are recorded and audio/video transcripts are available for 7 days

More questions?

Live Song Feedback Classes

Experience the power of live song feedback sessions led by accomplished hit songwriters, music publishers, and songpluggers. Join these highly-rated and member recommended, small-group interactive audio/video sessions, where you'll receive invaluable feedback on your songs. Network with music industry professionals and meet potential co-writers. Here's how it works:

• Register online
• Put your song or lyric in your virtual backpack
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at meeting time
• Enjoy the class with peers and faculty
• Time zone conflicts? You can still register and receive feedback!
• Missed a class? Transcripts are available for 7 days

Member Robert Quigley (Scotland, UK, Member since 2020) writes: "Previously, I only submitted songs that have been mixed/mastered and have already started being pitched to opps. But I realized I could do with some feedback on these newer, in-progress songs. I've yet to make it in person [to the live song feedback courses], but the transcripts have been invaluable! This will be a game changer as it gives me a mechanism to get objective feedback midway through creating a track. Really enjoying my 'new' SongU experience!".

Read some more testimonials.

Explore, Learn, and Create at Your Own Pace

Discover a diverse catalog of 24/7 available songwriting courses and engaging podcast offerings to enhance your skills. Explore Composition, Lyric Writing, Music Business, Commercial Songwriting, Production, and Sync Licensing.

DIY Courses (included with all memberships). Strengthen, refine, and review essential songwriting skills. Easy-to-follow text-based courses with 4-6 lessons, examples, and activities.

Podcast Courses (included with Platinum membership. Engage with video and audio formats. Comprehensive transcripts, handouts, and summaries from "live" songwriting classes. Available for 5 credits (1 credit = $1) for Lite members.

Our DIY songwriting courses allow you to create your own learning experience by providing you the freedom to work at your own pace and comfort level.


More questions?

DIY Video Recording

DIY Video Recording courses are audio/video recorded transcripts of several of our most popular instructor-led (Live) courses exactly as they occurred. The running time is approximately 60 to 90 minutes. They are available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week allowing you to listen and view at your own pace. More questions?

About Sara Light
Sara Light has been writing professionally in Nashville since 1996 and had served as a staff songwriter for Zamalama Music and Curb Magnatone Music Publishing. Her credits include the John Michael Montgomery title track and the hit single "Home To You" which received an ASCAP airplay award in addition to being named SESAC song of the year for having garnered 2 million spins on radio. She also composed songs for the musical "Urban Cowboy" which opened on Broadway in March 2003 and was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Original Score. She has performed her original songs regularly over the years at The Bluebird Café and other Nashville venues. Crossing genres from Country to Broadway to Hip-Hop, she co-authored a handbook geared toward urban youth, "The Art of Writing a Hit Song: The Urban Experience" with hit songwriter Jack Knight (Bad Boy Records) that has been endorsed by Lil' Kim, Mario Winans and P. Diddy among others. A "Power Quotes" interview with Sara was highlighted in the 2009 Entertainment Power Players Directory: Edition 4. Sara has always combined her teaching background with her love of songwriting and has given countless songwriting seminars throughout the U.S. and Canada. In 2003, she developed and co-founded, along with her husband Danny Arena, the online educational website www.SongU.com which offers online songwriting courses, coaching, co-writing, industry connections and pitching opportunities to an international community of songwriters. She continues to be the main administrator, as well as one of the Lyric Writing and Song Feedback instructors at SongU.com.

FDBK 288 Songwriting Feedback Course II

In this songwriting class, you will meet with a music industry professional and a small group of fellow songwriters for a constructive discussion focused on potential areas of improvement in the production, music, and lyrics of your songs. Professional demos not required. Simple worktapes and songs-in-progress are encouraged. Led by Sara Light, hit Country and Tony-nominated songwriter, and the co-founder of SongU.com. Geared toward all songwriters regardless of their level or genre, although previous experience with song feedback is recommended. She's happy to share any 'inside scoop' about SongU.com too.

You may bring one song (or lyric-only) in your virtual backpack. Limited to 5 participants to allow for personalized attention and class discussion. Running time approximately 1 hour.

Instructor-Led (Live) Course

A fun interactive audio/video group experience in our e-classroom where you can learn from the best in the music business. Simply,

• Register online
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at time of meeting
• Enjoy your class with your peers and faculty
• Missed class? Meetings are recorded and audio/video transcripts are available for 7 days

More questions?

Live Song Feedback Classes

Experience the power of live song feedback sessions led by accomplished hit songwriters, music publishers, and songpluggers. Join these highly-rated and member recommended, small-group interactive audio/video sessions, where you'll receive invaluable feedback on your songs. Network with music industry professionals and meet potential co-writers. Here's how it works:

• Register online
• Put your song or lyric in your virtual backpack
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at meeting time
• Enjoy the class with peers and faculty
• Time zone conflicts? You can still register and receive feedback!
• Missed a class? Transcripts are available for 7 days

Member Robert Quigley (Scotland, UK, Member since 2020) writes: "Previously, I only submitted songs that have been mixed/mastered and have already started being pitched to opps. But I realized I could do with some feedback on these newer, in-progress songs. I've yet to make it in person [to the live song feedback courses], but the transcripts have been invaluable! This will be a game changer as it gives me a mechanism to get objective feedback midway through creating a track. Really enjoying my 'new' SongU experience!".

Read some more testimonials.

Explore, Learn, and Create at Your Own Pace

Discover a diverse catalog of 24/7 available songwriting courses and engaging podcast offerings to enhance your skills. Explore Composition, Lyric Writing, Music Business, Commercial Songwriting, Production, and Sync Licensing.

DIY Courses (included with all memberships). Strengthen, refine, and review essential songwriting skills. Easy-to-follow text-based courses with 4-6 lessons, examples, and activities.

Podcast Courses (included with Platinum membership. Engage with video and audio formats. Comprehensive transcripts, handouts, and summaries from "live" songwriting classes. Available for 5 credits (1 credit = $1) for Lite members.

Our DIY songwriting courses allow you to create your own learning experience by providing you the freedom to work at your own pace and comfort level.


More questions?

DIY Video Recording

DIY Video Recording courses are audio/video recorded transcripts of several of our most popular instructor-led (Live) courses exactly as they occurred. The running time is approximately 60 to 90 minutes. They are available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week allowing you to listen and view at your own pace. More questions?

About Dallas Gregory
Dallas Gregory is the owner and Creative Director of Song Rocket Music Publishing. He has secured cuts on indie artists and major label Christian artists. He is an accomplished music industry veteran with over 25 years of professional experience in the Nashville music arena. He is respected among his peers for his expertise in music publishing, recording, studio production, artist development/management and writer representation. One of Dallas's most notable career achievements includes helping secure over 130 song cuts, many by some of the biggest names in the country, pop and Christian market. His expertise has enabled him to have songs placed in movies, on Broadway, television and success with song cuts in the overseas market.

Dallas began his distinguished music career as an artist and background singer with the Grand Ole Opry road show, sharing the stage with many country music legends such as Dolly Parton, Alabama and Loretta Lynn, among others. After a six year run performing with some of country music's most celebrated musicians and artists, Dallas decided to shift directions professionally and lend his talent and love for music to the studio and recording sector of the music industry by joining Masterfonics, one of the premier recording and mastering facilities in the country.

While at Masterfonics, Dallas worked with many of today’s top stars, producers and session players in country, rock and gospel music. In 1995, Dallas accepted the position of Creative Director at High Seas Music Publishing, a Fitzgerald Hartley/Warner Chapel Music joint venture company, concentrating on writer and catalog development and representing songs written by some of Nashville’s most successful hit songwriters. During this time, Dallas helped build an extensive catalog of songs through the signing of talented songwriters and acquisition of catalogs.

In 2002, Dallas launched, Song Rocket Music, an active music publishing company located in Nashville, Tennessee. Since the launch of Song rocket Music, Dallas has been affiliated with hit songwriters who have enjoyed successes with cuts by artists such as Rascal Flatts, Luke Bryan, Sarah Darling, Thompson Square, Canadian artist Shane Yellowbird, Eric Clapton, Carole King, Lady A, Kenny Rogers and A&R for specialty Christian projects with Influence Music. Dallas teaches Christian Song Feedback and Mentoring at SongU.com.

FDBK 300 Music Publisher - Christian Songwriting Feedback Course

In this songwriting class, you will meet with a Music Publisher/SongU Pitch Guest and a small group of fellow songwriters for a constructive discussion focused on potential areas of improvement in the production, music, and lyrics of your songs. Professional demos not required. Simple worktapes and songs-in-progress are encouraged. Led by Christian and secular music publisher Dallas Gregory. This songwriting course is geared toward writers in the positive and Christian music markets, inspirational, and positive Country. Emphasis tends to be on lyrics. For songwriters who are looking a publisher/music industry perspective. Previous experience with song feedback is recommended.

You may bring one song (or lyric-only) in your backpack. Limited to 5 participants to allow for personalized attention and class discussion. Running time approximately 1 hour.

Instructor-Led (Live) Course

A fun interactive audio/video group experience in our e-classroom where you can learn from the best in the music business. Simply,

• Register online
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at time of meeting
• Enjoy your class with your peers and faculty
• Missed class? Meetings are recorded and audio/video transcripts are available for 7 days

More questions?

Live Song Feedback Classes

Experience the power of live song feedback sessions led by accomplished hit songwriters, music publishers, and songpluggers. Join these highly-rated and member recommended, small-group interactive audio/video sessions, where you'll receive invaluable feedback on your songs. Network with music industry professionals and meet potential co-writers. Here's how it works:

• Register online
• Put your song or lyric in your virtual backpack
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at meeting time
• Enjoy the class with peers and faculty
• Time zone conflicts? You can still register and receive feedback!
• Missed a class? Transcripts are available for 7 days

Member Robert Quigley (Scotland, UK, Member since 2020) writes: "Previously, I only submitted songs that have been mixed/mastered and have already started being pitched to opps. But I realized I could do with some feedback on these newer, in-progress songs. I've yet to make it in person [to the live song feedback courses], but the transcripts have been invaluable! This will be a game changer as it gives me a mechanism to get objective feedback midway through creating a track. Really enjoying my 'new' SongU experience!".

Read some more testimonials.

Explore, Learn, and Create at Your Own Pace

Discover a diverse catalog of 24/7 available songwriting courses and engaging podcast offerings to enhance your skills. Explore Composition, Lyric Writing, Music Business, Commercial Songwriting, Production, and Sync Licensing.

DIY Courses (included with all memberships). Strengthen, refine, and review essential songwriting skills. Easy-to-follow text-based courses with 4-6 lessons, examples, and activities.

Podcast Courses (included with Platinum membership. Engage with video and audio formats. Comprehensive transcripts, handouts, and summaries from "live" songwriting classes. Available for 5 credits (1 credit = $1) for Lite members.

Our DIY songwriting courses allow you to create your own learning experience by providing you the freedom to work at your own pace and comfort level.


More questions?

DIY Video Recording

DIY Video Recording courses are audio/video recorded transcripts of several of our most popular instructor-led (Live) courses exactly as they occurred. The running time is approximately 60 to 90 minutes. They are available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week allowing you to listen and view at your own pace. More questions?

About Dallas Gregory
Dallas Gregory is the owner and Creative Director of Song Rocket Music Publishing. He has secured cuts on indie artists and major label Christian artists. He is an accomplished music industry veteran with over 25 years of professional experience in the Nashville music arena. He is respected among his peers for his expertise in music publishing, recording, studio production, artist development/management and writer representation. One of Dallas's most notable career achievements includes helping secure over 130 song cuts, many by some of the biggest names in the country, pop and Christian market. His expertise has enabled him to have songs placed in movies, on Broadway, television and success with song cuts in the overseas market.

Dallas began his distinguished music career as an artist and background singer with the Grand Ole Opry road show, sharing the stage with many country music legends such as Dolly Parton, Alabama and Loretta Lynn, among others. After a six year run performing with some of country music's most celebrated musicians and artists, Dallas decided to shift directions professionally and lend his talent and love for music to the studio and recording sector of the music industry by joining Masterfonics, one of the premier recording and mastering facilities in the country.

While at Masterfonics, Dallas worked with many of today’s top stars, producers and session players in country, rock and gospel music. In 1995, Dallas accepted the position of Creative Director at High Seas Music Publishing, a Fitzgerald Hartley/Warner Chapel Music joint venture company, concentrating on writer and catalog development and representing songs written by some of Nashville’s most successful hit songwriters. During this time, Dallas helped build an extensive catalog of songs through the signing of talented songwriters and acquisition of catalogs.

In 2002, Dallas launched, Song Rocket Music, an active music publishing company located in Nashville, Tennessee. Since the launch of Song rocket Music, Dallas has been affiliated with hit songwriters who have enjoyed successes with cuts by artists such as Rascal Flatts, Luke Bryan, Sarah Darling, Thompson Square, Canadian artist Shane Yellowbird, Eric Clapton, Carole King, Lady A, Kenny Rogers and A&R for specialty Christian projects with Influence Music. Dallas teaches Christian Song Feedback and Mentoring at SongU.com.

FDBK 300 Music Publisher - Christian Songwriting Feedback Course

In this songwriting class, you will meet with a Music Publisher/SongU Pitch Guest and a small group of fellow songwriters for a constructive discussion focused on potential areas of improvement in the production, music, and lyrics of your songs. Professional demos not required. Simple worktapes and songs-in-progress are encouraged. Led by Christian and secular music publisher Dallas Gregory. This songwriting course is geared toward writers in the positive and Christian music markets, inspirational, and positive Country. Emphasis tends to be on lyrics. For songwriters who are looking a publisher/music industry perspective. Previous experience with song feedback is recommended.

You may bring one song (or lyric-only) in your backpack. Limited to 5 participants to allow for personalized attention and class discussion. Running time approximately 1 hour.

Instructor-Led (Live) Course

A fun interactive audio/video group experience in our e-classroom where you can learn from the best in the music business. Simply,

• Register online
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at time of meeting
• Enjoy your class with your peers and faculty
• Missed class? Meetings are recorded and audio/video transcripts are available for 7 days

More questions?

Live Song Feedback Classes

Experience the power of live song feedback sessions led by accomplished hit songwriters, music publishers, and songpluggers. Join these highly-rated and member recommended, small-group interactive audio/video sessions, where you'll receive invaluable feedback on your songs. Network with music industry professionals and meet potential co-writers. Here's how it works:

• Register online
• Put your song or lyric in your virtual backpack
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at meeting time
• Enjoy the class with peers and faculty
• Time zone conflicts? You can still register and receive feedback!
• Missed a class? Transcripts are available for 7 days

Member Robert Quigley (Scotland, UK, Member since 2020) writes: "Previously, I only submitted songs that have been mixed/mastered and have already started being pitched to opps. But I realized I could do with some feedback on these newer, in-progress songs. I've yet to make it in person [to the live song feedback courses], but the transcripts have been invaluable! This will be a game changer as it gives me a mechanism to get objective feedback midway through creating a track. Really enjoying my 'new' SongU experience!".

Read some more testimonials.

Explore, Learn, and Create at Your Own Pace

Discover a diverse catalog of 24/7 available songwriting courses and engaging podcast offerings to enhance your skills. Explore Composition, Lyric Writing, Music Business, Commercial Songwriting, Production, and Sync Licensing.

DIY Courses (included with all memberships). Strengthen, refine, and review essential songwriting skills. Easy-to-follow text-based courses with 4-6 lessons, examples, and activities.

Podcast Courses (included with Platinum membership. Engage with video and audio formats. Comprehensive transcripts, handouts, and summaries from "live" songwriting classes. Available for 5 credits (1 credit = $1) for Lite members.

Our DIY songwriting courses allow you to create your own learning experience by providing you the freedom to work at your own pace and comfort level.


More questions?

DIY Video Recording

DIY Video Recording courses are audio/video recorded transcripts of several of our most popular instructor-led (Live) courses exactly as they occurred. The running time is approximately 60 to 90 minutes. They are available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week allowing you to listen and view at your own pace. More questions?

About Bob Dellaposta
Ower and Creative Director of My3Kids Music Publishing. Bob has secured multiple cuts and placements for SongU members on indie artists, international artists, commercials, movies, and television. He holds a B.S. in Music Education and has over 20 years teaching experience in public and private schools where he has served as Band Director, Voice Coach, and Choral Director. He is currently teaching a music publishing class at Nashville State Technical Institute in Nashville, Tennessee. He is a founding member of the swing band "Bada Bing Bada Boom" which toured nationally as well as a songwriter himself with over 1200 songs recorded. Bob is an instructor of Publisher Feedback and Mentoring at SongU.com.

FDBK 315 Music Publisher Songwriting Feedback Course

In this songwriting class, you will meet with a Music Publisher/SongU Pitch Guest and a small group of fellow songwriters for a constructive discussion focused on potential areas of improvement in the production, music, and lyrics of your songs. Professional demos not required. Simple worktapes and songs-in-progress are encouraged. Led by veteran music publisher Bob Dellaposta. This songwriting course is geared toward songwriters in any genre who are looking a publisher/music industry perspective. Previous experience with song feedback is recommended.

You may bring one song (or lyric-only) in your backpack. Limited to 5 participants to allow for personalized attention and class discussion. Running time approximately 1 hour.

Instructor-Led (Live) Course

A fun interactive audio/video group experience in our e-classroom where you can learn from the best in the music business. Simply,

• Register online
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at time of meeting
• Enjoy your class with your peers and faculty
• Missed class? Meetings are recorded and audio/video transcripts are available for 7 days

More questions?

Live Song Feedback Classes

Experience the power of live song feedback sessions led by accomplished hit songwriters, music publishers, and songpluggers. Join these highly-rated and member recommended, small-group interactive audio/video sessions, where you'll receive invaluable feedback on your songs. Network with music industry professionals and meet potential co-writers. Here's how it works:

• Register online
• Put your song or lyric in your virtual backpack
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at meeting time
• Enjoy the class with peers and faculty
• Time zone conflicts? You can still register and receive feedback!
• Missed a class? Transcripts are available for 7 days

Member Robert Quigley (Scotland, UK, Member since 2020) writes: "Previously, I only submitted songs that have been mixed/mastered and have already started being pitched to opps. But I realized I could do with some feedback on these newer, in-progress songs. I've yet to make it in person [to the live song feedback courses], but the transcripts have been invaluable! This will be a game changer as it gives me a mechanism to get objective feedback midway through creating a track. Really enjoying my 'new' SongU experience!".

Read some more testimonials.

Explore, Learn, and Create at Your Own Pace

Discover a diverse catalog of 24/7 available songwriting courses and engaging podcast offerings to enhance your skills. Explore Composition, Lyric Writing, Music Business, Commercial Songwriting, Production, and Sync Licensing.

DIY Courses (included with all memberships). Strengthen, refine, and review essential songwriting skills. Easy-to-follow text-based courses with 4-6 lessons, examples, and activities.

Podcast Courses (included with Platinum membership. Engage with video and audio formats. Comprehensive transcripts, handouts, and summaries from "live" songwriting classes. Available for 5 credits (1 credit = $1) for Lite members.

Our DIY songwriting courses allow you to create your own learning experience by providing you the freedom to work at your own pace and comfort level.


More questions?

DIY Video Recording

DIY Video Recording courses are audio/video recorded transcripts of several of our most popular instructor-led (Live) courses exactly as they occurred. The running time is approximately 60 to 90 minutes. They are available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week allowing you to listen and view at your own pace. More questions?

About Queenie Mullinix
Queenie Mullinex is the Creative Director for Washington Street Publishing (Nancy Peacock, owner), which focuses on securing placements in Film, TV, and Media. She is a singer/songwriter gained valuable experience in performance, promotion and booking as a member of several notable Atlanta bands before going solo. She also learned the basics of recording and production working with award winning producer Billy Hume (Ying Yang Twins, Lil John, Black Crows) at his Zone Studio.
In Nashville she has worked as a songplugger/creative director of Wolf Music & Sound Design and publicity director of Slugfest Records. Queenie and her husband bassist Dave Webb are on the music team at their church. She also volunteers with the Animal Ministry, Gilda's Club, The Vanderbilt Hope Connection, and regularly plays shows to benefit cancer research.

About Nancy Peacock
Nancy is CEO and Owner of Washington Street Publishing which focuses on securing placements in Film, TV, and Media. She is a frequent panelist and song evaluator for various organizations and conferences. A graduate of Sweet Briar College and Vanderbilt University, Nancy is a big fan of the men’s Commodores basketball team. She is actively involved in the local community with the Junior League of Nashville and internationally with St. George’s Episcopal Church’s missionary work in Honduras. She’s also a member of WIM, CMA, ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, AIMP, The Recording Academy and SOLID.

FDBK 330 Music Publisher Songwriting Feedback Course - Sync and Production

In this songwriting class, you will meet with a Music Publisher/SongU Licensing Agent and Pitch Guest and a small group of fellow songwriters for a constructive discussion focused on potential areas of improvement in the production, music, and lyrics of your songs geared toward sync licensing Led by the creative director of Washington Street Music Publishing,Nancy Peacock and Queenie Mullinex. This song feedback is geared specifically toward your song production as it pertains to pitching successfully for TV/FILM/MEDIA placements. Please no lyrics only. You can bring one demoed song in your backpack for instructor feedback and insights. This session is limited to five participants only to allow for personalized attention, feedback and class discussion.

Instructor-Led (Live) Course

A fun interactive audio/video group experience in our e-classroom where you can learn from the best in the music business. Simply,

• Register online
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at time of meeting
• Enjoy your class with your peers and faculty
• Missed class? Meetings are recorded and audio/video transcripts are available for 7 days

More questions?

Live Song Feedback Classes

Experience the power of live song feedback sessions led by accomplished hit songwriters, music publishers, and songpluggers. Join these highly-rated and member recommended, small-group interactive audio/video sessions, where you'll receive invaluable feedback on your songs. Network with music industry professionals and meet potential co-writers. Here's how it works:

• Register online
• Put your song or lyric in your virtual backpack
• Enter or call-in to the e-classroom at meeting time
• Enjoy the class with peers and faculty
• Time zone conflicts? You can still register and receive feedback!
• Missed a class? Transcripts are available for 7 days

Member Robert Quigley (Scotland, UK, Member since 2020) writes: "Previously, I only submitted songs that have been mixed/mastered and have already started being pitched to opps. But I realized I could do with some feedback on these newer, in-progress songs. I've yet to make it in person [to the live song feedback courses], but the transcripts have been invaluable! This will be a game changer as it gives me a mechanism to get objective feedback midway through creating a track. Really enjoying my 'new' SongU experience!".

Read some more testimonials.

Explore, Learn, and Create at Your Own Pace

Discover a diverse catalog of 24/7 available songwriting courses and engaging podcast offerings to enhance your skills. Explore Composition, Lyric Writing, Music Business, Commercial Songwriting, Production, and Sync Licensing.

DIY Courses (included with all memberships). Strengthen, refine, and review essential songwriting skills. Easy-to-follow text-based courses with 4-6 lessons, examples, and activities.

Podcast Courses (included with Platinum membership. Engage with video and audio formats. Comprehensive transcripts, handouts, and summaries from "live" songwriting classes. Available for 5 credits (1 credit = $1) for Lite members.

Our DIY songwriting courses allow you to create your own learning experience by providing you the freedom to work at your own pace and comfort level.


More questions?

DIY Video Recording

DIY Video Recording courses are audio/video recorded transcripts of several of our most popular instructor-led (Live) courses exactly as they occurred. The running time is approximately 60 to 90 minutes. They are available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week allowing you to listen and view at your own pace. More questions?