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Songwriting Minor

For Bachelor of Music

The Songwriting minor is unique in Canada. This minor recognizes the specialized needs of the songwriter in today's and tomorrow's creative industry, and presents an innovative Program of Study that integrates all aspects of the art and craft of songwriting including creation, performance, recording and production, and business and marketing.

A minor in Songwriting follows a prescribed Program of Study in addition to the common core courses students will take in their first year. Students enter the minor after completing their first year of the Bachelor of Music and choose from music options and non-music electives to customize their program.

Minor Requirements
MUSC 207Songwriting I3
MUSC 208Songwriting II3
MUSC 321Advanced Songwriting3
MUSC 365Recording and Production Techniques3
MUSC 485Seminar in Songwriting I3
MUSC 486Seminar in Songwriting II3
Total Credits18