songwriting lesson information

Amy offers songwriting lessons from beginner to advanced.  Students have the option to attend classes in person and/or online.  Group lessons are also available.

In person lessons are taught in Amy's professional home recording studio in NE Wichita, directly off the 96/Rock Rd Exit. Online lessons are taught via Zoom.

Lessons are adapted to each individual student, their learning style and needs.

Students will need to bring a spiral notebook or 3-ring binder to each lesson.  Please do not bring loose leaf paper.

Recitals are optional , but highly encouraged!  Over the past 20 years of teaching, this has been THE most anticipated event for students and parents alike.  

Songwriting - any and / or all of these skills

• learn basic song structure 
• learn the importance of a "hook" and "riff"
• develop lyrics
• melody fundamentals
• arranging
• using rhyme
• breaking through writer's block
• making chord charts and lead sheets
• lessons catered to your music genre  preference
• if you have a learning disability, Amy can adapt reading music to fit your individual needs
• learn to play chords
• learn to play melodies
• music theory
• learn timing and rhythm 
• learn to play with a metronome and accompaniment
• playing in a multi-musician setting (band, etc)
• recital and public performance opportunities
• piano, voice and songwriting combined lesson
• recording studio opportunities
• discounts on CD / studio sessions
• and MORE!