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Write song lyrics

Write song lyrics

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAMCP302
State Code
AWI53
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
100101 - Music
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to write song lyrics. It applies to individuals who apply their understanding of musical styles, song structures, copyright and royalties to song writing. They may work alone, or in collaboration with others, and write lyrics for music which has already been composed or as the basis for music compositions. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Clarify lyric writing requirements
  • 1.1 Identify purpose of lyrics to be written in consultation with relevant people
  • 1.2 Identify appropriate cultural and stylistic contexts to suit the purpose of songs
  • 1.3 Agree on nature of collaborative arrangements with composers or performers as required
  • 1.4 Agree on the accepted conventions and formats for the final presentation of song lyrics in consultation with relevant people
2. Develop lyrical elements
  • 2.1 Use own imagination and lyric writing resources to generate a range of ideas that suit the purpose and musical style of songs
  • 2.2 Develop the message of songs, using a range of writing techniques and rhyme patterns to convey appropriate meaning, mood or effect
  • 2.3 Apply knowledge of song structures and song formats to enhance the effect of songs
  • 2.4 Align lyrics with starting points, climaxes and cadence points of a song’s melody
  • 2.5 Review work in progress with relevant people and make adjustments as required
  • 2.6 Present lyrics in agreed format
  • 2.7 Review process for writing lyrics and note areas for future improvement
3. Promote own work
  • 3.1 Address copyright issues to maximise income from song writing
  • 3.2 Develop networks to maximise exposure of own songs
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D2890 CUSMCP302A Write song lyrics Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODH87 CUAMCP312 Write song lyrics Unit of competency