Good lyrics are the key to making a song connect with an audience. Great lyrics will even drive a song’s melody and tone. During this free Masterclass, you’ll learn about the art and craft of lyric-writing from award-winning Squeeze lyricist Chris Difford.
Chris has written and contributed lyrics for artists including Elton John and Bryan Ferry, while the ‘kitchen sink drama’ of the songs he wrote with Squeeze has inspired Lily Allen and Mark Ronson, among others. Whether you’re a music lover or a musician, this evening class will show you how the best lyrics are true to the writer and imbued with an emotional heart.
This unique event takes place on the evening of Tuesday 21 June at the Guardian offices in King’s Cross, London. It’s the fifth in a series curated by Menabrea, where the brand invites masters of a craft to share their skills and experiences with a small audience over drinks and aperitivo.
All tickets are free of charge and will be allocated on a lottery basis. Sign up below by midday, Tuesday 14 June, to be in with a chance of winning a place
More about Chris Difford
Chris is a founder member of Squeeze, and the lyricist behind classic songs such as Cool For Cats, Up the Junction and Black Coffee. He’s the winner of numerous awards, including two Ivor Novello Awards, one of which was for Outstanding Contribution to British Music.
Over the course of his career, Chris has written and contributed lyrics for Elton John, Wet Wet Wet and Lisa Stansfield. His influence is keenly felt in songs by Mark Ronson, Razorlight, and The Feeling, among others. He tweets @chrisdifford.
About Menabrea
Menabrea has been the oldest, continuously producing brewery in Italy for 170 years. The brand’s emphasis on quality and craftsmanship inspired them to create #MenabreaMaestro – a series of events where leaders in different creative fields share insights into their work.
#MenabreaMaestro events are free and open to all, with complimentary beer tastings for those attending.
Sign up to win a ticket
Enter our competition by midday Tuesday 14 June to be in with a chance of winning a ticket to this exclusive Masterclass. We’ll inform winners via email the following day.
Details
Date: Tuesday 21 June 2016
Times: 7pm-8.30pm
Location: The Guardian, Kings Place, 90 York Way, London N1 9GU
Price: Free – includes complimentary drinks
Information about Guardian Masterclasses
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Returns policy
Tickets may be refunded if you contact us at least 14 days before the course start date. Please see our terms and conditions for more information on our refund policy.
