Digital Downloads of Write About Jesus Classes
Writing For the Country Market
$8.00
Although Nicole Witt is a first-timer at Write About Jesus this year, she is no stranger to the WAJ faculty who have admired her songs for years! She’s had cuts by country artists like George Strait, Lee Brice, Rodney Atkins, Aaron Goodvin, Terri Clark, and others. Her songs have been cut by Christian artists Ellie Holcomb, Mandisa, and many more. Nicole will share her story with those who want to write for this exciting market.
Writing A Worship Song
$8.00
What makes a current worship song different from other songs? How do you write a song that invites and encourages people to engage in praise, worship, and surrender? Michael will look at what sets this genre apart from others in its subject matter, lyric approach, melodies, rhythms, and chord progressions.
The Basics of Writing A Great Lyric, Session 2
$8.00
One of Nashville’s most respected lyricists in any genre, Tony’s had 31 #1 songs, and is the winner of 5 Dove Awards. His lyric writing classes are considered some of the very best anywhere. For first-time registrants and WAJ veterans who want to dig deeper with their lyrics.
PANEL: Making The Most of This Weekend
$8.00
You invested a lot to get to Write About Jesus. Now get some tips and hacks for getting all you can from the next 9 class sessions and songwriting competition.
Writing For The CCM Market
$8.00
Learn the key characteristics of songs that fit the CCM market. Who should you be listening to both in the Christian world and in the secular arena as well. Discover what is required of the lyric and of the melody in each genre.
The Live Co-write
$8.00
Both Joel Lindsey and Nathan Woodard have written across several Christian genres. Joel has also written Broadway-style songs for theater, and Nathan recently wrote the songs for the faith-based film, Running The Bases. If you’ve ever wondered what really goes on the a professional co-write, here's your chance to find out.
Structure Matters
$8.00
Sue C. Smith and Mike Harland are known for crafting great lyrics that start with strong structure. They share some strategies for making your structure strong, while still sounding effortless.
Seven Habits of Highly Successful Writers, WAJ 2023
$8.00
Bryan Ward shows you 7 habits that, practiced faithfully, will increase your productivity and spark your creativity.
Writing For the Southern Gospel Market, WAJ 2023
$8.00
What sets southern gospel apart from other genres, and how do you make sure your ideas, lyrics, melodies, and chord progressions fit where southern gospel is now.
Writing a Great Lyric, Session 1, WAJ 2023
$8.00
What it takes to write lyrics that measure up to those that get cut and earn awards. Whether you’re fairly new to writing for commercial cuts or you need to brush up on the basics, everybody can learn something from this hour with songwriter Jeff Bumgardner.
WAJ 2022 Come With Nothing, Leave With Hooks
$8.00
WAJ 2022 Come With Nothing, Leave With Hooks - with Dove Award winning songwriter Belinda Smith With Belinda’s help, you can start generating dozens of new ideas and turn that little spark of creativity into a roaring inferno. Remember: Write About Jesus digital downloads are for the purchaser. Please do not share them with others.
WAJ 2022 What I Look For In A Song and Writer
$8.00
WAJ 2022 What I Look For In A Song and Writer, with publishers Jess Loper, Rick Shelton, Joel Lindsey, and James Tealy, moderated by Holly Zabka What kind of people are publishers looking to for their staff songwriting deals? What kinds of songs get them excited to start the pitching process? Remember: Write About Jesus digital downloads are for the purchaser. Please do not share them with others.