Masterclass: Songwriting Basics with Talal Al-Sharif

Every great song starts with a single idea. In this hands-on masterclass, songwriter and educator Talal Al-Sharif breaks down the craft of writing songs from the ground up: from finding your first hook to shaping a complete piece you can be proud of.

Whether you’ve never written a song before or you’ve been scribbling lyrics in notebooks for years without finishing one, this two-hour session will give you the foundations and the confidence to start creating.

What you’ll explore
• Where ideas come from, and how to capture them before they slip away
• Song structure: verses, choruses, bridges, and why they work
• Writing memorable melodies and lyrics that connect
• Pairing chords and emotion to set the mood of a song
• Practical exercises to take a fragment and turn it into a finished song

Who it’s for
Aspiring songwriters, musicians wanting to expand their craft, and anyone curious about the art of putting words and music together. No prior songwriting experience needed, just bring a notebook, your instrument if you have one, and an open mind.

Spaces are limited. Reserve your seat.