SongWriting with THEEZ
Youth Songwriting with LIOTA Artist Instructor, THEEZ
Course overview Dive into 12 weeks of hands-on songwriting and performance with THEEZ — seasoned multi-genre songwriter, lyricist, and emcee. Expect a sharp, comical edge to your writing inspired by the witty bravado of Ghostface Killah, Action Bronson, and MF DOOM. This course blends craft and stage presence so your notebooks fill with tight rhymes, clever patterns, and the confidence to deliver them.
What you’ll learn
Songwriting fundamentals: structure, hooks, bridges, and verse development across multiple genres.
Rhyme craft: internal rhyme, multisyllabic schemes, slant rhymes, and punchline placement.
Voice & character: developing a signature persona and comedic timing that elevates lyrics.
Storytelling & imagery: vivid details, scene-setting, and narrative arcs that connect with listeners.
Flow & cadence: breath control, meter, syncopation, and switching rhythms to match any beat.
Performance technique: mic presence, enunciation, stage movement, call-and-response, and crowd work.
Revision & polish: editing lyrics for clarity, impact, and commercial viability.
Collaboration: co-writing sessions, feedback cycles, and turning ideas into finished tracks.
Course format
Duration: 12 weeks, weekly sessions.
Structure: short lecture/demo, guided writing exercises, beat-backed practice, and weekly performance labs.
Assignments: weekly writing prompts, lyric sheets, and short recorded performances for review.
Feedback: individualized critiques from THEEZ and peer feedback sessions.
Final showcase: each student performs an original piece during the last session.
Who should enroll
Beginners who want structured guidance from concept to stage.
Intermediate writers seeking to sharpen rhyme technique and performance chops.
Young emcees, singers, and multi-genre artists who want to build a distinctive voice and confident delivery.
Outcomes By course end you will:
Have a growing notebook of polished lyrics and patterns.
Confidently perform original material with improved presence and timing.
Understand how to craft songs that translate from page to stage.
Be equipped to continue developing as a writer and performer with techniques used by today’s sharpest lyricists.
About THEEZ, THEEZ blends humor, grit, and technical skill into songs that land. Students get direct access to his process — from punchline construction to live delivery — and real-world advice for turning writing into performance-ready material.
Materials recommended
Notebook or digital lyric app
Recording device (phone is fine)
Basic headphones
Optional: a small portable mic for practice
Enrollment details Limited spots to ensure focused feedback. Contact LIOTA for schedule, pricing, and registration information.
Youth Songwriting with LIOTA Artist Instructor, THEEZ
Course overview Dive into 12 weeks of hands-on songwriting and performance with THEEZ — seasoned multi-genre songwriter, lyricist, and emcee. Expect a sharp, comical edge to your writing inspired by the witty bravado of Ghostface Killah, Action Bronson, and MF DOOM. This course blends craft and stage presence so your notebooks fill with tight rhymes, clever patterns, and the confidence to deliver them.
What you’ll learn
Songwriting fundamentals: structure, hooks, bridges, and verse development across multiple genres.
Rhyme craft: internal rhyme, multisyllabic schemes, slant rhymes, and punchline placement.
Voice & character: developing a signature persona and comedic timing that elevates lyrics.
Storytelling & imagery: vivid details, scene-setting, and narrative arcs that connect with listeners.
Flow & cadence: breath control, meter, syncopation, and switching rhythms to match any beat.
Performance technique: mic presence, enunciation, stage movement, call-and-response, and crowd work.
Revision & polish: editing lyrics for clarity, impact, and commercial viability.
Collaboration: co-writing sessions, feedback cycles, and turning ideas into finished tracks.
Course format
Duration: 12 weeks, weekly sessions.
Structure: short lecture/demo, guided writing exercises, beat-backed practice, and weekly performance labs.
Assignments: weekly writing prompts, lyric sheets, and short recorded performances for review.
Feedback: individualized critiques from THEEZ and peer feedback sessions.
Final showcase: each student performs an original piece during the last session.
Who should enroll
Beginners who want structured guidance from concept to stage.
Intermediate writers seeking to sharpen rhyme technique and performance chops.
Young emcees, singers, and multi-genre artists who want to build a distinctive voice and confident delivery.
Outcomes By course end you will:
Have a growing notebook of polished lyrics and patterns.
Confidently perform original material with improved presence and timing.
Understand how to craft songs that translate from page to stage.
Be equipped to continue developing as a writer and performer with techniques used by today’s sharpest lyricists.
About THEEZ, THEEZ blends humor, grit, and technical skill into songs that land. Students get direct access to his process — from punchline construction to live delivery — and real-world advice for turning writing into performance-ready material.
Materials recommended
Notebook or digital lyric app
Recording device (phone is fine)
Basic headphones
Optional: a small portable mic for practice
Enrollment details Limited spots to ensure focused feedback. Contact LIOTA for schedule, pricing, and registration information.