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Shonda
- Rate $55
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- Music Theory
- Songwriting
- Musicology
Crafting professional melodies and memorable choruses with 12 years of songwriting industry experience!
- Music Theory
- Songwriting
- Musicology
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About Shonda
Earning a BS Music Industry degree from USC Thornton School of Music provided the technical foundation for my 12 years in songwriting. I remember sitting at a worn-out piano in a small practice room, realizing that great songs are simply a series of small, intentional choices. Working with aspiring artists, beginners, and working musicians has shown me that complexity is often the enemy of a good hook.
My process breaks writing into manageable steps so that finishing a track never feels like an overwhelming task. I focus on melody writing, prosody, and navigating genre conventions across pop, country, folk, and R&B styles.
Co-writing and collaboration are central to how I operate as a mentor. Understanding harmony basics allows me to help you build a solid structure for your ideas.
You will find that my approach is detail-oriented and supportive. I aim to establish a repeatable process for you to use long after our time together. We prioritize clarity over confusion.
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- Beginner
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Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Proficient
Children
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Personalizing the creative path starts by turning a blank page into a structured roadmap during our first meeting. You might find yourself humming a melody that suddenly aligns with the perfect lyrical rhythm.
I guide you through specific techniques to ensure your chorus connects with listeners instantly. My background ensures we address the nuances of prosody and song structure effectively.
We incorporate a short project after every lesson to solidify these new concepts. This practice keeps the momentum high as you build your portfolio. Writing music should feel rewarding rather than like a chore. You will enjoy how quickly your sketches transform into complete, polished pieces of music.
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Rate
- $55
Pack rates
- 5 h: $275
- 10 h: $550
free lessons
This first lesson offered with Shonda will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hrs
online
- $55/h
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