Contemporary Songwriting Techniques

This resource offers practical guidance for effective results in the BTEC Contemporary Songwriting Techniques unit, including context, analysing the brief and specific tips.

Contemporary Songwriting Techniques (Unit 34) from the BTEC Level 3 in music is a brilliant unit for drawing out the creativity of your pupils whilst also encouraging them to broaden their musical horizons. The grading criteria essentially encourages students to research a variety of musical styles, write their own songs in a range of styles and then put their work together in a portfolio.