1st lesson free
Debra
- Rate $37
- Response 1h
$37/h
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1st lesson free
- Music Theory
- Composition
- Songwriting
- Organology
Bfa music graduate | songwriting coach | helping working musicians and aspiring artists write songs
- Music Theory
- Composition
- Songwriting
- Organology
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About Debra
Most people assume that composing is a mysterious gift, yet I find that song creation is a structural craft refined over 7 years of practice. I earned my BFA Music at York University while performing and developing my own unique voice. Writing songs should be an accessible process rather than a daunting mountain to climb.
My approach centers on breaking large tasks into manageable segments so the vision remains clear. I specialize in melody writing, crafting memorable choruses, and perfecting prosody to ensure lyrics sit perfectly against your chosen harmony.
Navigating genre conventions across pop, country, folk, and R&B is a core part of how I support your creative growth. Through years of teaching, I have observed that structure often provides the freedom needed for true expression.
Collaboration and co-writing are essential tools that I introduce to broaden your perspective. Confidence in your work emerges when you understand the mechanics behind your favorite records. I am here to guide you toward finished songs that sound like you. You possess the ideas, and I provide the roadmap to finalize them.
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About the lesson
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- +2
levels :
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Professional
Children
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Picture sitting down with your instrument and feeling the internal resistance fade away as we connect your lyrics to a catchy melody. We examine your current progress and immediately identify the specific hurdle preventing you from moving forward.
It feels less like a classroom and more like a focused creative workshop. My 7 years of teaching experience inform how I adapt to your specific goals and musical background.
Since I include a short project after every lesson, you walk away with tangible evidence of your growth. I prioritize a clear and structured environment to keep the momentum going. This makes the path from a scattered idea to a polished track feel completely achievable.
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Rates
Rate
- $37
Pack rates
- 5h: $185
- 10h: $370
free lessons
This first lesson offered with Debra will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
online
- $37/h
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