Scarlet Keys

Scarlet Keys is a highly respected Professor of Songwriting at the Berklee College of Music, where she has been shaping the next generation of songwriters for over 15 years. A former staff writer for Warner Chappell, her impressive career includes a gold record in Sweden and a top ten hit in Britain, with her songs spanning various genres such as jazz, country, Americana, folk, and pop. Scarlet has collaborated with renowned artists like Chris Stapleton and Charlie Puth, and her work has been featured in films, television, and national commercials. Notably, she has taught successful artists including Charlie Puth and Ingrid Andress. In addition to teaching, Scarlet is an active writer and speaker; she recently published her book The Craft of Songwriting: Music, Meaning and Emotion and hosts the podcast "What's in a Song." Through her innovative teaching methods and commitment to songwriting excellence, Scarlet continues to inspire both her students and the broader music community.