# Songwriting Masterclass: 3 Skills Every Serious Songwriter Needs to Master

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Podcast: [SongTown on Songwriting | Mastering the Art of Great Songs](https://stenobird.com/podcast/songtown-on-songwriting-mastering-the-art-of-great-songs-2542796)
Published: 2026-04-20T07:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

What separates a serious songwriter from the rest? In this SongTown mini masterclass, Clay Mills and Marty Dodson break down 3 essential skills every writer needs to master to grow in song craft and write better songs. If you want to level up your songwriting and start thinking like a pro songwriter, this lesson is for you.

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