Studio + H.E.R.: Stripped-Down Songwriting

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Stripped-Down Songwriting
30-Day Class with H.E.R.
Write two songs with H.E.R.
Class Overview
Learn to tell your story through music from the master of soulful songwriting. During this 30-day class, follow H.E.R.’s process for turning personal experiences into universally relatable hits as she writes two new original songs in front of you. You’ll create two songs of your own inspired by your life. No instruments required — just bring your story and your voice.
Join thousands of students who have already taken this class
Duration
30–day online class
Final output
Two original songs
Schedule
Flexible; 3–5 hours per week
Skill level
All levels
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Step inside the studio with H.E.R.

A better kind of online class

Access the pre-recorded videos at any time and learn from H.E.R. as she writes two original songs from scratch
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The real creative process, on demand
Access the pre-recorded videos at any time and learn from H.E.R. as she writes two original songs from scratch
Lifetime access to video lessons
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Learn by doing
Create two personal, relatable songs of your own with guided assignments that help you write from the heart
Structured but flexible to fit your schedule
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Create two personal, relatable songs of your own with guided assignments that help you write from the heart
Share work, give feedback, and connect with about 20 others taking the class alongside you
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Create alongside peers
Share work, give feedback, and connect with about 20 others taking the class alongside you
Get inspired by other songwriters
Learn through a structured process
Meet your inner songwriter
Part 1Starting With Music
Follow H.E.R.’s process for songwriting starting from a musical starting point. Follow her approach to finding inspiration, experimenting with melodies, writing lyrics, and using rhyme and imagery for storytelling. You’ll even work on vocal techniques for live performance.
Part 2Starting With Words
H.E.R. will take you through her process again, this time starting with a lyrical concept. She’ll work with collaborator Swagg to show you how she finds inspiration in conversation and personal experience.
H.E.R.’s class covers:
Turning Your Story Into Songs
Writing Authentic Lyrics
Finding Inspiration in Everyday Conversations
Creating Catchy Melodies
Keeping It Simple
Making Personal Lyrics Relatable
Chord Progressions to Set the Tone
Incorporating Wordplay
Elevating Vocals with Riffs, Runs, and Dynamics
Building Out Song Arrangements
Riffs, Runs, and Vocal Dynamics
Performing Songs Live
Learn from the best
H.E.R.
H.E.R. is a Grammy- and Oscar-winning musician, singer, songwriter, and producer. Born Gabriella Wilson, she performed on national platforms when she was 10, was dubbed a child prodigy, and got a record deal at age 14. She re-emerged under the name H.E.R. in 2016 and has been releasing chart-toppers and snagging awards ever since, thanks to her authentic and emotional lyrics, genre-bending sound, and old-soul vibes. Using her songwriting as a vehicle for self-expression and storytelling, H.E.R. shows just how powerful writing authentically and speaking from your truth can be.
Two personal songs.
30 days with H.E.R.
Level up your authentic songwriting.
Are you ready?
Create 2 original songs
Improve your songwriting and storytelling skills
Get personalized feedback from other learners in intimate peer groups
Join H.E.R.’s exclusive songwriting community on Studio
Get lifetime access to the video lessons, full curriculum, and community
$
199
This is a one-time payment. Withdraw on or before Day 5 of class for a full refund — no questions asked.
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