Songwriting for Producers with From Dave
Learn how to approach your productions like a songwriter.
In this free two hour workshop, Bay Area artist From Dave will explore how structure, story, and emotional through-lines can make your music more cohesive and memorable. Dave will also open his Ableton projects to walk through his writing process and share how he writes melodies, builds evolving sections, and uses production to support the songwriting.
Workshop topics:
Producing music from a songwriting perspective
Melody and hook writing — even if you’re not a vocalist
Creating a storyline and structure in your songs
Fusing genres and influences into cohesive ideas
In-depth breakdowns of Dave’s own Ableton projects
Bio:
David Teitelbaum, better known as From Dave, is a songwriter, producer, and vocalist from San Francisco, CA. Dave crafts electronic-infused indie pop that blends together honest songwriting with the energy of indie sleaze, electro, and hyperpop. His music has been streamed millions of times and has landed on Spotify’s Metropolis, Golden Hour, and Fresh Finds editorial playlists.
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, November 13th, 2025
Time: 7pm
Location: IO Music Academy, San Francisco
