Songwriting For Kids & Adults Queens, NY
In-studio and in-home lessons for all ages and abilities in Queens, NYC.
Welcome to Hug Music
We are a music school in Forest Hills, Queens, dedicated to nurture your love and appreciation for music.
Founded by highly experienced educators and professional musicians, our school blends expert instruction with warmth, patience, and creativity. We believe music is a path to confidence, joy, and lifelong learning.
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Students served8,500
Lessons taught85%
Retention Rate11
Years Serving Queens, NYOverview
The Hug Music Songwriting Course gives young musicians the opportunity to write, create, arrange, and record their own original song—and turn it into a professionally produced recording.
Guided by experienced instructors who are also professional music producers and performers, this program nurtures creativity while introducing the fundamentals of songwriting and music production in an encouraging, structured, and inspiring environment. Students discover the joy of bringing their own music to life while gaining confidence and practical experience in the creative process.
Course Length: 10 weeks (45 minutes per session; once a week)
Ages: 8 and up
Who This Course Is For
This course is ideal for students who:
Show a natural interest in songwriting or creating their own music
Have favorite songs or artists that inspire them.
May already have experience playing an instrument or singing (accepting students at all levels)
(Note: This is not an instrument instruction course. However, students who already play an instrument will be encouraged to incorporate it into their arrangement and final recording.)
By the end of the course, each student will have a fully produced original song—created during lessons and recorded with the support of professional musicians using live instruments. The final track will be delivered in both high-quality WAV or AIFF and MP3 formats.
What You’ll Achieve
Course Outline
Weeks 1–2: Learning to Listen
Students explore the essential elements of songwriting—melody, harmony, rhythm, dynamics, and song structure—using familiar songs to deepen understanding.
Weeks 3–5: Creating the Song
Students begin developing their original idea, crafting lyrics, melody, chords, and the overall arrangement.
Weeks 6–8: Recording and Arranging
Students plan and record their original song, guided step by step by their instructor.
Weeks 9–10: Mixing and Finalizing
Students participate in the mixing process and hear their finished song come to life.
Listen Our Past Student Works
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Why Students in Queens Choose Our Songwriting Lessons
We go beyond teaching theory and how to play instruments, we help you or your kids fall in love with music while growing as a person with confidence, creativity, and self-decipline.
Connect Deeply with Music
You go beyond playing songs to truly enjoy and appreciate music.
Learn from Experts
You study with Berklee graduates, professional musicians, and licensed music therapists who bring world-class experience to every lesson.
Grow as a Whole Person
You build confidence, discipline, and self-expression alongside your flute skills.
Enjoy Personalized Learning
You receive lessons tailored to your goals, strengths, and creativity so you feel motivated and accomplished.
Offering Music Lessons from beginners to advanced students
We cater music lessons to variety of students. For young and beginning students age 3.5 to 7 years old, we recommend Hug Melody® DUO or SOLO class.
Meet Your Songwriting Teachers
How To Get Started
Enroll to our school semester.
New students can start with a 5-week starter’s package. The package provides weekly 30-min private lessons (once a week) for 5 weeks.
Got Questions?
If you have questions, or want to schedule a call or tour, please email us at contact@hugmusicny.com
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. We hold annual student recitals where students can share their talents and love of music with an audience. We also help students prepare for optional exams such as NYSSMA or ABRSM.
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Songwriting lesson offers 45-min lesson only.
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We believe it is important for students not only to enjoy learning but also to take ownership of their learning process. Our instructors pay close attention to each student’s interests and preferences when selecting lesson materials, while also addressing areas that need improvement.
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Our instructors tailor lesson materials and teaching approaches to match each student’s learning style. At the same time, students are expected to follow instructions, build a practice routine, and meet reasonable expectations for musical progress.
If you are looking for lessons that are more flexible and highly individualized, we recommend our Musicreative™ program.
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Because we believe it is important for instructors to understand each student’s learning style, preferences, and strengths in order to provide an effective learning environment, we offer a 5-week introductory package for new students.
This allows students time to get to know their instructor, and parents can observe whether it is the right fit for their child. It also gives the instructor sufficient time to assess the student and develop an effective lesson plan. Students can enroll for the remainder of the semester after completion of the package with a prorated tuition.
