Songwriting & Composition School

Compose Your Future with Our Songwriting and Music Composition Program

Step into the world of music creation and let your talent shine with our Songwriting and Composition Program. At Five Towns College, we provide a nurturing environment where your musical ideas can flourish and come to life

Songwriting and Composition Concentration, Mus.B.

Step into the world of music creation and let your talent shine with our Songwriting and Composition Program. At Five Towns College, we provide a nurturing environment where your musical ideas can flourish and come to life

Why Choose Our Program?

• Expert Faculty: Learn from accomplished songwriters and composers who bring industry experience and creative insights to the classroom.
• Innovative Curriculum: Develop your skills in melody, harmony, lyric writing, and arranging, while exploring various musical genres and styles.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Create and refine your music in our cutting-edge studios and practice spaces, equipped with the latest technology.

Program Highlights

• Hands-On Learning: Participate in workshops, recording sessions, and live performances to gain practical experience and build a diverse portfolio.
• Collaborative Projects: Work with fellow musicians, producers, and performers to create original compositions and arrangements.
• Industry Connections: Network with music industry professionals through guest lectures, masterclasses, and internship opportunities.

Career Paths

Our program prepares you for a variety of roles in the music industry, including:

• Songwriter
• Composer for Film, TV, and Games
• Music Arranger
• Lyricist
• Music Producer
• Music Educator

Upcoming Events

• Open House: Discover our facilities and meet our faculty at our open house.
• Songwriting Workshops: Enhance your skills with specialized workshops on lyric writing, composition techniques, and music theory throughout the semester.
• Student Showcase: Present your original songs and compositions at our annual showcase event.

The Composition and Songwriting Concentrations are designed to provide students with the professional training to pursue music careers as composers, arrangers and songwriters. You will receive intensive instruction in a core of technical studies that include courses, such as harmony, orchestration, counterpoint, MIDI, songwriting, keyboard techniques, form and analysis, commercial arranging and composition. These concentrations are distinct.

Take the next step in your songwriting journey at Five Towns.

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Why Choose Five Towns College?

• Great Location: Situated in a welcoming, community-oriented town in Suffolk County, not far from New York City
• Engaging Campus Life: Enjoy our student clubs, sports teams, exciting activities, comfortable dorms, and flexible meal plans.
•  Supportive Community: Expert faculty, dedicated staff, and talented students collaborate and inspire one another.
• Career Opportunities: Discover internships, networking, and job opportunities aligned with your major and career goals.
• Affordable Tuition: Get a quality education without the heavy financial burden.
• Personalized Learning: Small class sizes provide individualized attention for help in all your classes

We also offer undergraduate, graduate and some certificate programs in:

• Audio & Music Recording
• Business Admin & Management
• Court Reporting
• Film School, TV Production, Screenwriting & Directing
• Interactive Media & Digital Arts
• Liberal Arts
• Mass Communication & Journalism
• Music Education
• Music Performance & Songwriting
• Theatre, Acting & Dance