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★ Skillshare – Songwriting for EDM with Boris Berlin

Skillshare – Songwriting for EDM with Boris Berlin (2016)

Writing songs in the style of EDM (Electronic Dance Music) poses unique challenges and warrants the inclusion of the production track into the writing process.

In this 52 minute class with songwriter, producer and film composer Boris Berlin you will learn the fundamentals of writing songs that work effectively in EDM. Boris teaches different ways of creating contrast and dynamics to keep the music exciting while certain aspects remain constant.

Boris draws from years of experience writing, producing and remixing for various artists, bands and record labels. Prior to coming to New York, he had earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Songwriting and Music Production & Engineering at Berklee College of Music.

This class is geared towards aspiring songwriters, producers and DJ’s in the EDM genre. Some basic experience in a Digital Audio Software (DAW) is useful for the completion of the class project but not required as you can also collaborate with a producer or DJ to help complete the assignment.

Content:

01. Introduction
02. Process & Project – Write & Produce a Song
03. Groove
04. Chord Progressions (or Not)
05. Song Form
06. Lyrics
07. Chorus Design
08. Bass
09. Production
10. Closing Thoughts