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SONGWRITING LAB Creativity & Craft

Go behind-the-scenes of your favorite songs. Learn how imagination and technique work together to make music that matters. Practice the art and craft of composition. Build your own original songbook. 

GRADE LEVELS

elementary, middle school, high school & college elementary, middle school,
high school & college

  • 4th - 5th grade
  • 6th - 8th grade
  • 9th - 12th grade
  • ​college​

SKILLS

  • Active listening
  • Multilevel musical analysis
  • Composition & arrangement
  • Lyric-writing
  • Instrumental technique
  • Personal style development

BENEFITS

  • Work with pro songwriter
  • Adopt time-tested tips & tricks
  • Enjoy a range of challenges
  • Build curiosity & confidence
  • Find & flex your unique voice ​
  • Collaborate & have fun ​

SUMMER CAMP

  • Schedule: two-week intensive
  • ​Dates: June 8 - August 13, 2026
  • Format: small cohorts & 1:1
  • Priority Registration: 995
  • Standard Tuition: 1280​
  • Need-based financial aid may be available

TUTORING

  • Schedule: flexible
  • ​Dates: year-round
  • Format: 1:1
  • Tuition: 80 per hour of class time
  • Support available for qualifying families

KEY INFO

  • Instructor: Sam Prestianni
  • Location: Live Zoom & select in-person
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