| Description |
xvii, 222 pages : music ; 28 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages [211]-212) and index. |
| Summary |
Songwriting is an art, but fortunately it's an art you can learn. This guide is packed with everything a beginning songwriter needs to know to hit all the right notes. |
| Contents |
Getting yourself ready. Magic and myth ; Defining structure ; A look at musical genres ; The chicken and the egg -- Painting with words. What have you got to say? ; Who is singing your song? ; First impressions ; Choruses, verses, and bridges ; Lyrical lyrics -- Making music. Notes, chords, and keys ; Making memorable melodies ; Finding harmony ; Some assembly required ; Rhythm ; Hooking your listener -- Getting better all the time. The art of rewriting ; Turning your song into a demo ; Avoiding ruts and blocks ; Working well with others ; Taking your songs for a test drive ; The digital age -- Going pro. Copyrights ; The business of the music business ; New horizons. |
| Subject |
Popular music -- Writing and publishing.
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| Added Author |
Hodge, David, 1957-
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| Added Title |
Idiot's guide to the art of songwriting |
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Guide to the art of songwriting |
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Art of songwriting |
| ISBN |
9781615641031 paperback |
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1615641033 paperback |
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