Instructor: Mike Hoffman Skill Level: Any Level Ages: 16+ Medium: Music Total Class Hours: 3 Description: Songwriter and recording artist Mike Hoffman brings songwriting to life in this engaging class on the essential building blocks of great songs. Dive into crafting compelling lyrics, expressing real emotion, and exploring how harmony, rhythm, melody, and counterpoint work together. You’ll also touch on recording techniques, instrumental accompaniment, performance tips, and more—everything you need to start turning your musical ideas into songs that connect. Website: https://mikehoffman.com/ols/categories/music Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikehoffmandotcom/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mike.hoffman.33/ Supplies: Students may bring musical instruments if desired; the instructor will provide guitars and a keyboard. Please bring something for note-taking! Registration will close on July 15.