Bradley University is starting an online class in songwriting

Posted on March 15, 2022
It’s a certificate, not-for-credit course, and Peoria troubadour Barry Cloyd is one of the instructors. (WJBC file photo)

By Dave Dahl

SPRINGFIELD – There’s no guarantee of royalties, but that’s show business.

Bradley University in Peoria is offering an online course in songwriting. It’s a certificate, not-for-credit course, and Peoria troubadour Barry Cloyd is one of the instructors.

“The first part (of the process) is the inspiration,” says Cloyd. “And if you are the type of songwriter who looks for facets of human nature to write about, you’ve got to keep your eyes open and keep your ears open.”

The course costs $360 – half that for K-12 educators.

The Craft of Songwriting Certificate | Non-Credit Programs | Continuing Education and Professional Development | Academics | Bradley University

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