TAYLOR SWIFT HITS DECONSTRUCTED
A 4.5 hour deep dive into the techniques that bring Swift's lyrics, melodies and hooks to life!
What People Are Saying About Hit Songs Deconstructed Masterclasses
"Spot on with the analysis and relevant to any composer, songwriter, or producer in the game now.”
"Even though I’ve been writing professionally for over ten years, I’ve found several nuggets of gold that have improved my writing already."
“This is the most thorough master class that I have attended. Recommend it to all."
"I can't stress enough how important HSD is to any serious professional hit songwriter."
"I have written songs for years and although I focus on the story and the method of rhymes, I had know idea what I was missing."
“This was one of the most thorough, well-presented and thought-out master classes on pop writing I have ever experienced."
"A superbly organized and heavily detailed study of all things Max."
"I was blown away by the Max Martin Hits masterclass. So thorough and insightful - a great blend of theory and art."
“Insight like no other into vocal melodic patterns of pop hit songs.”
"Hit Songs Deconstructed will equip you with tools that will allow you to make hit songs more consistently."
"I highly recommend all of the courses from Hit Songs Deconstructed. If you're a songwriter, there's always something new to be learned in their workshops and masterclasses!"
"These are not just songwriting tips and tricks; these workshops are a masterclass in hit songwriting."
“The masterclass was so informative! Seeing what I usually hear in a visual form really solidifies things. I love the multiple visual explanations!”
"It opened my mind to a more structured approach to the melody writing part of my own songs. The analysis are deep and logical. Everything in this is very helpful."
"If a McKinsey consultant were to study Max Martin, something like this masterclass would be there deliverable. Excellent, pragmatic , actionable analysis - thank you!"
"As a longtime songwriter, I learned some new things and some valuable tips and tricks."
"You combined elements I've tried to put together through hours of studies, videos, and books into something straightforward and easy to understand."
"Tons of fantastic tips and information on how to create hit songs. I learned so much!"
"I am stunned by the WEALTH of information available through this program, and the manner in which it was presented. Very impressive!"
"I have never seen hit songs broken down in such an accurate and detailed way."
"Well done HSD for providing the songwriting community with invaluable information and analysis."
It goes without saying that Taylor Swift is a master when it comes to the art of storytelling.
Her lyrics are intriguing yet easy-to-grasp, personal yet universal, and always compelling. Her melodies are irresistibly catchy, featuring expertly crafted, highly infectious vocal and instrumental hooks that linger long after the music stops.
How does she do it?
This masterclass provides unprecedented insight into the masterful songwriting techniques Swift and her A-list collaborators used to craft her 50 Hot 100 top 10 hits!
Using Hit Songs Deconstructed's acclaimed methodologies to analyze her biggest hits, we take a dive deep into:
- How Taylor Swift hits are structured from intro to outro.
- The lyricism, narrative structure, and rhyme techniques that Swift uses in her hits.
- How Swift and her array of A-list collaborators, such as Max Martin, effectively create and structure melodies within and across sections to heighten both catchiness and the listener’s emotional connection with the lyrics.
- The most effective “hook dressing” techniques Swift uses to turn catchy melodies into earworm hooks.
- How her hooks are expertly arranged both within and across sections to ensure they get fully ingrained in the listener’s mind without overstaying their welcome.
And more!
By watching this one-of-a-kind masterclass, you'll gain a treasure trove of tools, techniques and insights that you can immediately apply to your own music.
Your Masterclass Includes
A 4.5-hour video recording of the live masterclass
A PDF with all the masterclass content
A PDF with definitions for the techniques referenced throughout the masterclass
A Spotify playlist with all of the songs referenced throughout the masterclass
Plus you get over $200 in bonus materials!
When you purchase this masterclass you'll also gain immediate access to:
"Spot on with the analysis and relevant to any composer, songwriter, or producer in the game now.”
"Even though I’ve been writing professionally for over ten years, I’ve found several nuggets of gold that have improved my writing already."
“This is the most thorough master class that I have attended. Recommend it to all."
"I can't stress enough how important HSD is to any serious professional hit songwriter."
"I have written songs for years and although I focus on the story and the method of rhymes, I had know idea what I was missing."
“This was one of the most thorough, well-presented and thought-out master classes on pop writing I have ever experienced."
"A superbly organized and heavily detailed study of all things Max."
"I was blown away by the Max Martin Hits masterclass. So thorough and insightful - a great blend of theory and art."
“Insight like no other into vocal melodic patterns of pop hit songs.”
"Hit Songs Deconstructed will equip you with tools that will allow you to make hit songs more consistently."
"I highly recommend all of the courses from Hit Songs Deconstructed. If you're a songwriter, there's always something new to be learned in their workshops and masterclasses!"
"These are not just songwriting tips and tricks; these workshops are a masterclass in hit songwriting."
“The masterclass was so informative! Seeing what I usually hear in a visual form really solidifies things. I love the multiple visual explanations!”
"It opened my mind to a more structured approach to the melody writing part of my own songs. The analysis are deep and logical. Everything in this is very helpful."
"If a McKinsey consultant were to study Max Martin, something like this masterclass would be there deliverable. Excellent, pragmatic , actionable analysis - thank you!"
"As a longtime songwriter, I learned some new things and some valuable tips and tricks."
"You combined elements I've tried to put together through hours of studies, videos, and books into something straightforward and easy to understand."
"Tons of fantastic tips and information on how to create hit songs. I learned so much!"
"I am stunned by the WEALTH of information available through this program, and the manner in which it was presented. Very impressive!"
"I have never seen hit songs broken down in such an accurate and detailed way."
"Well done HSD for providing the songwriting community with invaluable information and analysis."
Hit Songs Deconstructed's acclaimed methodologies for analyzing popular music are used by music creators, the music industry, and academia worldwide.
Leading universities such as Berklee College of Music, USC Thornton School of Music, Frost School of Music, NYU | TISCH, Belmont University, Middle Tennessee State University, and Columbia College Chicago, to name a few, use Hit Songs Deconstructed as a resource for their popular music programs.
Hit Songs Deconstructed has performed in-depth analyses of every single one of Taylor Swift's Hot 100 top 10 hits and has published in-depth reports on the craft behind them.
Your Workshop Instructor
David Penn
Co-Founder, Hit Songs Deconstructed
David Penn is the co-founder of Hit Songs Deconstructed. David developed the Hit Songs Deconstructed methodologies for analyzing popular music and is a recognized expert in the craft and trends behind hit songs.
He has been featured in an array of podcasts and articles published by Billboard, Variety, Music Week, BMI, Financial Times, and the Economist, to name a few, and regularly guest lectures at top universities such as Berklee College of Music, NYU, Frost School of Music, and SAE Institute, to name a few.
David actively consults with major labels and publishers, and coaches both aspiring and established songwriters and producers.
In addition to gaining unprecedented insight into Taylor Swift’s songwriting and artistry, you will come away with a treasure trove of tools, techniques and insights that will instantly elevate your craft and help you deliver your unique voice in the most profound manner possible.
Artists, songwriters, producers, and music industry professionals who want to learn the masterful craft behind one of today’s most iconic and prolific singer-songwriters.
A solid foundation in the basic craft of songwriting and music theory is highly recommended.
Taylor Swift's Hot 100 top 10 hits.
Hit Songs Deconstructed masterclasses are taught with a combination of audio examples, graphs, charts, commentary, and Logic Pro sessions to illustrate principles and techniques.
Active listening exercises are at the core our masterclasses, so make sure you watch the masterclass with high quality audio/headphones.
Your masterclass includes:
- The live masterclass with plenty of time for Q&A
- Video recordings of the masterclass
- A PDF with definitions for all the techniques referenced throughout the masterclass
- A PDF with all the masterclass content
- A Spotify playlist with all of the songs referenced throughout the masterclass
Bonus materials include:
- A 100+ page report analyzing the songwriting and production techniques used in "Cruel Summer" (value of $124)
- A Logic project template for "Cruel Summer (value of $99)
- After the masterclass you get an exclusive report on Taylor Swifts #1s (value of $149)!
You will have unlimited access to the video and masterclass materials.