Step into the world of songwriting with guidance from Christopher North, a celebrated singer/songwriter, composer and multi-instrumentalist whose eclectic career has taken him from Carnegie Hall to the Newport Folk Festival, and from the Hollywood Chamber Orchestra to Grammy award-winning recordings.
A Texas native thriving in Brooklyn, Christopher has composed scores for over 60 films, including award-winning and Grammy-nominated projects, and created an impressive portfolio of 20 genre-spanning albums.
As an Associate Professor in the Berklee College of Music’s Songwriting Department and a long-standing educator at The 92nd Street Y, Christopher brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to his teaching. Known for his genre-blending style, Christopher has performed with icons like Quincy Jones, the Chicks and Rosanne Cash, in orchestras and at world renowned venues and on Broadway. He’s composed for Theater and Dance, written songs for eclectic albums and for Film and Children’s TV. A Sundance Institute Lab Fellow at Skywalker Sound, collaborating brings out his best, for which Variety says he’s a “notable asset” to work “well served by a fine soundtrack.” His artistic talents extend beyond music to painting, photography, and hiking, which enrich his creative approach.
What You’ll Learn:
Technical Songwriting Elements:Gain hands-on insights into harmony, riffs, arrangements, and hooks.
Building Your Unique Voice:Develop confidence in your individual style and craft unforgettable song titles.
Industry Know-How: Learn the essentials of recording and publishing, with insights from the masterpieces of legendary singer-songwriters.
This online class is open to anyone eager to dive into songwriting and explore Christopher’s unique, creative approach. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an industry-renowned composer and educator!
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Christopher North (b 1969) is a composer (Film, Theater and Dance), singer/songwriter (eclectic albums, songs for children’s TV and Indy Films), multi-instrumentalist (Carnegie Hall, Newport Folk Festival, CBGBs, Grammy award-winning recordings) and conductor (Hollywood Chamber Orchestra debut, NYLSO). A Texan in NYC since 1997, he’s thriving in Brooklyn with 20 genre crossing albums, scores to over 60 films (inc. distributed, award-winning and Grammy Nominated) and a growing opus of arts songs, chamber music and symphonic works. An enthusiastic educator and Assistant Professor ...
Christopher North (b 1969) is a composer (Film, Theater and Dance), singer/songwriter (eclectic albums, songs for children’s TV and Indy Films), multi-instrumentalist (Carnegie Hall, Newport Folk Festival, CBGBs, Grammy award-winning recordings) and conductor (Hollywood Chamber Orchestra debut, NYLSO). A Texan in NYC since 1997, he’s thriving in Brooklyn with 20 genre crossing albums, scores to over 60 films (inc. distributed, award-winning and Grammy Nominated) and a growing opus of arts songs, chamber music and symphonic works. An enthusiastic educator and Assistant Professor in the Berklee College of Music Songwriting Department since January 2019, he has taught at the 92nd St Y since Fall 1997. As a freelance sideman, he has played bass for Quincy Jones, with The Dixie Chicks and Rosanne Cash, in orchestras and on Broadway. He’s been heard as a singer (in choirs with NY Phil), whistler (for Disney) and multi-instrumentalist on countless scores, albums, video games and commercials. A 2015 Sundance Institute Lab Fellow, collaborating brings out his best, for which VARIETY says he’s a "notable asset” to work “well served by a fine soundtrack.” His favorite creation is his son Xavier and his hobbies include painting, photography and hiking.
www.christophernorth.com www.imdb.me/christophernorth Albums on iTunes Soundhive Session Christopher North Vimeo.com/crnorth
The Mystery of Songwriting
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