For information and a schedule of upcoming workshops and courses, visit our Workshop page.
"The information you provided was fantastically detailed and user friendly and I was thrilled with the huge amount of immediately useful information that you packed into a short three-hour course!" ~ Devon Deming, Singer/Songwriter/VO Artist (Songwriting Workshop, November 2007)
"I really enjoyed your "You Can Write Hit Songs" class at El Camino College. It was informative, fun, and packed with songwriting craft gems like 'stay with your emotions.' So, thank you. I know it will help me take my songwriting to the next level." ~ Sue Rubin, (Songwriting Workshop, November 2007)
"Robin's class was informative and fun." ~ Steve Robinson, (Songwriting Workshop, November 2007)
"Very informative. I really appreciate your enthusiam for beginning writers." ~ Marissa DiBlasio (Sell Your Songs Seminar, October 2007)
"Great for learning the art and business of songwriting!" ~ Bob Brown (Songwriting Course, September 2007)
"Robin is an incredible foundtain of information and SO supportive!" ~ Dana Handler (Songwriting Course, September 2007)
"Robin has and shares lots of practical, useful knowledge." ~ Lady Gardner (Songwriting Course, September 2007)
"I've taken your class many times and each time I learn something new. Thank you, Robin. I'll keep attending!" ~ Brian Eyer (Songwriting Workshop, July 2007)
"Robin gives you the tools you need and astute critiques." ~ Richard Baxter (Songwriting Course, April 2007)
"Robin gives you everything you need to be a songwriter and much, much more in a caring way. Thanks, Robin. You are fantastic." ~ Austin Adabi (Songwriting Course, April 2007)
"I really enjoyed the class. It was informative, stimulating and fun. Looking forward to the next 4 classes." ~ Bob Tanabe (Songwriting Course, April 2007)
"Robin shares the 'hows' for those who share the dream." ~ Will Lucas (Sell Your Songs Seminar, April 2007)
"Very informative and educational. All my questions were answered." ~ Brian Eyer (Sell Your Songs Seminar, April 2007)
"Excellent! There was so much I didn't know. My bass-player (our incredible producer) NEEDS to take your classes. I really wish I had brought him with me." ~
Sheri Brandenburg (Sell Your Songs Seminar, April 2007)
"Very informative and useful stuff." ~ Burt Mendes (Sell Your Songs Seminar, April 2007)
"Three hours of great teaching!" ~ Gretchen Calderone (Songwriting Workshop, Mar. 2007)
"A very inspirational class, I now have the tools to guide me in creative writing." ~ Cheryl Alexy (Songwriting Workshop, Mar. 2007)
"Loved it! Very informative and enjoyable. Thanks." ~ Robert Baltera (Songwriting Workshop, Mar. 2007)
"This course was very informative for someone independently trying to promote his or her own music." ~ Matthew Kennedy (Sell Your Songs Seminar, February 2007)
"Excellent presentation. Very inspiring. Lots of useful information." ~ Donna Freaney (Songwriting Workshop, Nov. 2006)
"I always learn something new in your workshops." ~ Santos Artiaga (Songwriting Workshop, Nov. 2006)
"Robin's workshop is a 3-hour tour-de-force that provides songwriters with very useful tools that they can immediately use. This is an inspiring class - take it!" ~ Erik Krogh (Songwriting Workshop, Oct. 2006)
"I loved Robin's class! She's extremely knowledgeable about the business of songwriting. I learned priceless gems that will save me time and make me a lot of money!" ~ Todd Petersen (Songwriting Course, Sept. 2006)
"The most information and inspiration I've ever gotten out of a songwriting class!" ~ Shakeh (Songwriting Course, Sept. 2006)
"I didn't know songwriting was something you could learn. I thought you just had to be inspired. I have learned SO much. Thank you." ~ Todd Nichols (Songwriting Course, Sept. 2006)
"Great class. A very informative, helpful, learning experience." ~ Rik Yerzik (Songwriting Course, Sept. 2006)
"I really enjoyed your class. It was helpful and encouraging. When I'm ready to pitch [my songs], I would definitely have you coach me." ~ Mika Matsui (Songwriting Course, Sept. 2006)
"One stop shop for information. Exhaustive." ~ Chantay R. Thomas (Songwriting Course, Sept. 2006)
"You are a very generous teacher." ~ Adela Kempski (Songwriting Course, Sept. 2006)
"Your thoughtful insights into the world of publishing were fantastic. I
especially appreciated how practical and encouraging your ideas were.
I have just joined Taxi and hope to be shopping my songs to labels very soon." ~ Johnny Bollow (Sell Your Songs Seminar, May 2006)
"Good job! Interesting, useful info." ~ Janet Sweeney (Sell Your Songs Seminar, July 2006)
"Before I came to this class I was lost in this topic. Now I found the road. Thank you!" ~ Santos Artiaga (Sell Your Songs Seminar, July 2006)
"The class is very insightful and exciting!" ~ Shon Mosley (Sell Your Songs Seminar, July 2006)
"Very personable, sometimes funny and most importantly, helpful with this crazy journey!" ~ Laura Mihalka (Sell Your Songs Seminar, July 2006)
"Great class! Anyone serious about songwriting should take it. This industry veteran practically demonstrates the mechanics of getting a great new song together!" ~ Steve C. Tuffil (Songwriting Workshop, June 2006)
"I really loved the class. It was very useful. I learned a lot of information in a short time. I would definitely take the class again for a refresher. Thank you!!" ~ Pravina Narayan (Songwriting Workshop, June 2006)
"Awesome! Awesome! Awesome!" ~ Dario Moreno (Sell Your Songs Seminar, May 2006)
"Best Adult Education class I've ever taken!" ~ Don Lawrence (Sell Your Songs Seminar, May 2006)
"Excellent style, packed with resources. Extremely knowledgable." ~ Lee Wood (Sell Your Songs Seminar, May 2006)
"Really practical. A master working songwriter - Thank you!" ~ Gay Serway (Sell Your Songs Seminar, May 2006)
"Very good class. Really enjoyed it. You give a lot of good information for songwriters." ~ Janet Sweeney (Songwriting Workshop, April 2006)
"Your class was very inspiring." ~ Naxiel Espejel (Songwriting Workshop, April 2006)
"Interesting. Easy to understand. I came to class clueless about songwriting, now I am confident I can write a hit song!" ~ Rebecca Ford (Songwriting Workshop, February 2006)
"I love this class. It's insightful development for songwriters. Very helpful for beginners and even pro's! I learned a lot of new ways to approach songwriting. Thanx!" ~ Elissa "Lady E" Ericksen (Songwriting Workshop, October 2005)
"Practical inspiration." ~ Susan Nafziger (Songwriting Workshop, October 2005)
"Other teachers pass on the craft but you pass on the fire.... Now I wake up each morning and can't wait to write...."~ Joseph Miller (Songwriting Course, April-July 2005)
"You are my song guru, and you can quote me on that!" ~ Kim Hawkins (Songwriting Workshop, July 2005)
"A lot of useful information for anyone involved in music!" ~ Keiron Young-Sumner a.k.a. Klassick (Sell Your Songs Seminar, June 2005)
"Very informative and helpful. Lots to absorb. I want to come back for more." ~ Lisa O'Donoghue (Sell Your Songs Seminar, June 2005)
"Very informative. If you hate wasting your time, here's the ticket!" ~ Jesse Wall (Sell Your Songs Seminar, June 2005)
"A powerhouse, non-stop presentation!" ~ Jerry Nelson (Sell Your Songs Seminar, March 2005)
"Excellent information! Motivational!" ~ Michael Wasgatt (Sell Your Songs Seminar, March 2005)
"Very informative and useful. A must for anyone interested in writing a hit song!!!" ~ Kris Chin (Songwriting Course, February 2005)
"Taking this class "Write and Sell Hit Songs" taught me a lot and definitely helped me. I want to thank you for your time and for leading me through to the right path! I hope to learn more from you!" ~ Stanlee Gonzalvo (Songwriting Course, February 2005)
"I would recommend this seminar to songwriters of all levels." ~ Darren Wilsey (Sell Your Songs Seminar, January 2005)
"Robin has an intimate knowledge of the songwriting industry and the artistic process. She covered a lot of ground quickly!"
~ Peter Papadopoulos~ (Commercial DJ) (Sell Your Songs Seminar, January 2005)
"This is the real deal!"
~ Laura Mitchell (Songwriting Workshop, January 2005)
"Robin Frederick knows and understands the music business inside and out. Her knowledge and expertise have helped me to improve my skills and my craft in songwriting and in music. Her classes are invaluable!" ~ Gregory Anderson (Songwriting Workshop, October 2004)
"Practical exercises and info; wonderful resources; insightful and inspired critiques from a professional who really loves music and the creative process." ~ Susan Silva (Songwriting Course, October 2004)
"I've learned more in three weeks of your classes than I had known in my entire life about songwriting" ~ Lendy U. Baugh (Songwriting Course, October 2004)
"I was SO impressed by your great intro to songwriting workshop on Saturday! It was so completely organized, full of useful information, and down-to-earth that three hours went FLYING by..." ~ Randy Crenshaw (Songwriting Workshop, October 2004)
"Robin shreds information like a lead guitarist. If you can keep up, you can learn enough to write that song." ~ Consuelo Marshall (Songwriting Workshop, October 2004)
"The class provided an enjoyable and entertaining way of looking at the relationships in music between different songwriting styles and genres. Even if I never write a hit song, the insight into how songs are written was both entertaining and personally valuable to me. This was a good investment of three hours!"
~ Bill Rice (Songwriting Workshop, October 2004)
"Robin has a knack for telling you the nuts and bolts of the music industry while staying positive and encouraging.Thank you!"
~ Mary Beth Kedzior (Songwriting Course, September 2004)
"Informative! The most value I ever got for my tuition dollar."
~ Flora Johnson (Songwriting Course, September 2004)
"You helped me understand the concept of chords and that has opened up a whole world for me...teaching comes naturally to you and I benefited from your gift...thank you!"
~ Derek James (Songwriting Course, September 2004)
"I tremendously enjoyed your class. It was very informative and it offered much more than I had expected. Thanks a lot."
~ Bella Spiegel (Songwriting Course, September 2004)
"This class nails it for songwriters giving all you need to know to start." ~ Jim Deutsch (Songwriting Course, June 2004)
"Informative, concise and fun!" ~ Marilyn A. Harris (Songwriting Course, June 2004
"A wealth of information in a short period of time. Honest feedback with direction to move forward." ~ Lisa Florine (Songwriting Course, June, 2004)
"So much great information! She gave me the kick-start I needed. Thank you, Robin!" ~ Sandra Kaye (Songwriting Course, June, 2004)
"A world of knowledge.I loved this class. It gave me new ideas and inspired me. Ready to go on to the intermediate class. Great job!" ~ Jeff Deutsch (Songwriting Course, June, 2004)
"Taught me specifics on laying down my songs. Gave me lots of hints on brainstorming titles, creating from lyrics rather than from music which I've always done before. Great online references!" ~ Adrienne Slaughter (Songwriting Course, June, 2004)
"This is an amazing class! You will get great instruction regarding songwriting technique, as well as the business side of the music industry."
~ Bill Nosel (Songwriting Course, May, 2004)
"Class was too short! Inspiring and energizing and crammed full of useful and important-to-know stuff! Robin is a very supportive listener with great ideas for the budding (or stumped) songwriter."
~ Tom Hofer (Songwriting Course, May, 2004)
"This class really helped me get rid of my songwriting block! Thank you!"
~ Carla Holden (Songwriting Course, May, 2004)
"Robin: You're at the top of your game. Great class. You have so much passion and a gift for teaching. The value of this course is well over $500.00! [Note: This course cost $65!] Thanks for keeping hope alive." ~ Lester Pierre (Songwriting Course, May, 2004)
"If anyone can teach you to write songs, it's Robin Frederick. The best songwriting teacher, hands down." ~ Kenneth Kim (Songwriting Course, April, 2004)
"Robin really knows her stuff! From the artistic end to the real-life business of songwriting, Robin has experience and knowledge, and the ability to communicate it all." ~ Tom Drischler (Songwriting Course, April, 2004)
"The perfect blend of songwriting craft and songwriting business, all in one class. I loved it!" ~ Craig Rogers (Songwriting Course, April, 2004)
"The most comprehensive and rewarding 10-hour course that I have ever attended on any subject" ~ Ed Hillhouse (Songwriting Course, April, 2004)
"Great communication about the subject material. Concise and focused with good materials."
~ Scott Hitchings (Songwriting Course, May, 2004)
"This workshop was really brilliant.... It all came together in a beautiful nutshell (and fun). You've given me the acorn to plant - so now I can return home and grow a tree." ~ Julia N. (Songwriting Workshop, March, 2004)
"[This class] gave me an understanding of songwriting concepts I was only aware of instinctively, allowing me to systematically and methodically analyze and reproduce the songwriting process." ~ Sadie L. (Songwriting Workshop, March, 2004)
"Great energy - I could have sat through a whole series by this instructor." ~ Keith S. (Songwriting Workshop, Feb., 2004)
"Thank you for opening a new door for me into the music biz. You do know your stuff." ~ Ivan A. (Songwriting Workshop, Feb., 2004)
"Thank you so much for presenting such a well prepared and informative class on the techniques of effective song writing. I really liked your idea of using a "ghost song" and the Related Images & Words."
~ Jodi F. (Songwriting Workshop, Oct., 2003)
