Songwriting
How to Create a Worship Song
“I found the songwriting class helpful especially in the areas of how to come up with good lyrics and how to write good harmonies. Makayla encourages her students to write music using their own unique style, yet she gives guidelines and examples of songs that have stood the test of time. Even if you aren’t sure if songwriting is for you, I recommend this class!”
– Miranda
Discover the foundational principles
to know as you begin writing songs. Topics include inspiration and brainstorming, writing the lyrics and music, and rewriting.
Study common musical forms
(such as verse, verse-chorus, and verse-chorus bridge) and discover how to use them in your own songs.
Learn how to write for worship
in a way that is pleasing to the Lord, and reflect on the importance of songwriting in the worship context.
Course Content
Lesson 1 – Foundations of Songwriting (8:36)
Lesson 2 – Inspiration & Brainstorming (14:20)
Lesson 3 – Writing Lyrics Part 1: Form (12:26)
Lesson 4 – Writing Lyrics Part 2: Thought Flow, Hook, & Rhyme (7:46)
Lesson 5 – Writing Lyrics Part 3: Putting Your Ideas Together (4:18)
Lesson 6 – Composing the Melody (12:06)
Lesson 7 – Composing the Music (15:53)
Lesson 8 – Rewriting (6:49)
Lesson 9 – Writing for Worship (6:00)
Lesson 10 – The Making of a Song (20:02)
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What Students Say
“Makayla’s love for Jesus, and the reverence and beauty in worship for Him shines forth in her lessons and video courses. I purchased both the Beginning and Intermediate worship piano courses to reinforce what she has taught me in our lessons. They have been so helpful. The most important thing I've learned is to make this all about Jesus, and where my heart should be for Him. Thank you, Makayla!”
— Kimberly
“I was always frustrated when I tried to learn piano by myself because I'm not very motivated on my own, and the books I used tended not to teach piano in a way that kept me interested. With Makayla, however, lessons are enjoyable, engaging, and extremely helpful. I have made significant progress and now enjoy playing a wide selection of worship songs.”
— Miranda
“I am an older piano student (over 50). Makayla is patient, kind, thoughtful, and filled with ideas about how to keep the experience of learning piano fun and exciting for her students. She is able to understand how her students learn best and adapt her teaching style to support that. She is professional while being friendly and relatable. Makayla has advanced software that will help to make your experience learning piano rich and rewarding.”
— Marie
“Makayla is a wonderful teacher! She really went all out to understand me and help me learn piano basics! She’s a wonderful pianist and excellent teacher!”
— Patience