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Songwriting lessons with vocal and songwriting coach

I view teaching vocals and songwriting as a therapeutic, holistic process, where my students learn techniques and practical tools that help them hone their craft, but also work through psychological blockages that make them into greater artists.

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Bring a notebook and a pen.

Location

Online via webcam
At student's location: Around Berlin, Germany
At teacher's location: Lippensplein, Ghent, Belgium

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General info

Age:
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration:
60 minutes
The class is taught in:English, Dutch, Russian

About Me

Since 2021, I’ve been teaching vocals and songwriting, and facilitating music and creative workshops in classroom settings, nonprofits, and refugee centres.

After graduating with a BA (Hons) in Songwriting from BIMM London, I travelled to Berlin, Athens, and Dublin, where I collaborated with gifted musicians and worked as a teacher and workshop facilitator. I set up my own creative workshop programme for Ukrainian children in Berlin and completed a Creative Therapy course as part of my work with refugees in 2022.

I view teaching vocals and songwriting as a therapeutic, holistic process, where my students learn techniques and practical tools that help them hone their craft, but also work through psychological blockages that make them into greater artists.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Songwriting at BIMM London, 2021
Lyric Writing Certificate at Berklee Online, 2017
Creative Therapy Diploma, CVO, Belgium, 2022
CELTA Pass A, International House, 2022

Experience / Qualifications

I have a degree in Songwriting, worked as a music theory tutor during my studies, and participated in a wide variety of feedback sessions for songwriters. I have co-written songs with different artists, released my own music, and have been active as a singer-songwriter for over ten years. Since 2021, I’ve been teaching vocals and songwriting, and facilitating music and creative workshops in classroom settings, nonprofits, and refugee centres.

Reviews (1)

Amazing! I had a great time getting songwriting coaching from Erika. So positive! To the point! Lots of tips and tricks for your songwriting. I had a hard time finishing my songs before. I finished off 8 songs in a few weeks. I highly recommend her. Thank you so much Erika.
I view teaching vocals and songwriting as a therapeutic, holistic process, where my students learn techniques and practical tools that help them hone their craft, but also work through psychological blockages that make them into greater artists.
Find your own voice, learn how to finish songs, and combat your inner critic! I offer one-on-one songwriting lessons that will suit your learning style. I cover the following topics: - Music Theory - Lyric Writing - USP & Branding - Arrangement and Production Basics - Recording Basics - Music Publishing - Vocal and Guitar Practice Please get in touch with any questions!

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