If you can craft a melody—by voice, instrument, or digital—you can write a song. Let us help you finish it!
the FOUNDATIONS of songwriting
EXPLORE your work in a supportive environment
constructive feedback and advice on your songs
Collaborate with others
find inspiration and refine your lyrics
fINISH YOUR SONG with the option to record
Finish a song you're proud of.
ONLY $299
10 weeks of elevating your songwriting skills!
This course is for adults 18+
Whether you're a complete beginner, an aspiring songwriter, or someone with unfinished ideas sitting in a notebook or voice memo, Songwriting Foundations will give you the tools, structure, and support to bring your music to life.
Bring a friend deal, enrol with a friend and you'll each receive a complimentary 30-minute private songwriting session.
Optional demo recording For those wanting to take the next step, you can record a demo of your completed song for an additional $199.
Create something tangible that you'll be able to listen to for years to come, share with friends and whānau, or gift to someone special.
If you would like this option, check out our two-payment plans available.
When?
Sessions run Thursdays from 7-8:30pm. July 23 – September 24
Done writing alone?
Collab Creators (18+): Thursdays from 7.00-8:30pm
Join a weekly community of songwriters and producers to collaborate, get feedback, finish songs, and stay inspired
Join anytime — these sessions run year-round (with a break over the Christmas period), so you can start whenever you're ready.
Not 18 yet?
No worries! We’ve got young creator sessions to Make and record your own songs — whether you sing, rap, or love making beats!
A fun, supportive intro to music for our next-gen creators. Songwriting, recording, producing and confidence-building all wrapped up in creative play.
Young Creators (9–13): Thursdays from 4:00–5:15pm
Next Wave Creators (14-17): Thursdays from 5:30–7:00pm
Join anytime — these sessions run year-round (with a break over the Christmas period), so you can start whenever you're ready.
PRIVATE SESSIONS
Want individual attention?
Start at $50 per week
Looking for extra support? We offer weekly or one-off private sessions which can be booked alongside your group programme to help build confidence, develop specific skills, or receive personalised feedback.
Our mentors are highly experienced industry professionals who have helped develop some of New Zealand's most exciting emerging artists since we opened in 2018.
Our sessions operate on an ongoing subscription model and run throughout the year. We ask for an initial one-term commitment, after which you may withdraw by providing at least two weeks' notice before the end of our 12 week term.
Join anytime — these sessions run year-round (with a break over the Christmas period), so you can start whenever you're ready.
Going away? We offer two weeks of pause time for holidays and travel during school term breaks, giving you flexibility while maintaining consistent progress.
For adults with shift work, irregular rosters, or schedules that make weekly attendance difficult, we also offer flexible session packs that can be used as your availability allows. To book this email - Book Session Pack - to solestudio@solemusicacademy.co.nz