Writing a song from start to finish can be a daunting task without tools and strategies. I’d like to share with you one tool for outlining our song ideas stemming from an understanding of the structure of our songs. Let’s explore various methods to outline song ideas using different songwriting tools.
If you are a young musician, your biggest issue is probably marketing. You are not sure how to do it – after all, you are a creative person, not a marketer.
But, with a few easy tips, you can learn how to market your music like a professional – especially by learning the power of a great email marketing campaign.
Here are some of the tips that can help you out:
There’s a popular opinion that many artists are always hungry, poor and unsuccessful. This saying doesn’t literally mean that but rather implies that any job that is related to art is impractical, low-paying, or even unnecessary.
Despite this, job fields connected with creativity and art are always very competitive. Especially in the music industry, where there are tons of artists, but only some of them manage to break through and become successful.
If you are confused on whether to start writing lyrics or music first, you are not alone. Many musicians are still struggling with this issue too. The thing is you can choose to write either of them or both at the same time. You can write your lyrics without any musicals or after composing the music. You have to select a strategy you feel suits you. You can also experiment with various approaches to know the challenges and advantages.
Do you love singing in the shower, at work or maybe in the gym? Well, if you do, then you’ll be pleased to know that you’re not alone. We all look forward to that part of our favorite song where we ‘sing our hearts out.’ Here, we’ll show you all you need to do if you want to produce music that has an impact. When you are able to write a chorus your listeners want here, you become more effective. So, if you’re a songwriter, ensure that you capture your listeners with a killer hook of a chorus.
Songwriting is not just a simple craft. It involves certain technicalities. It is not a loose art at all. If you want to ensure that you can progress your songwriting skills, I do recommend that you should check this article. …
Academic music career presents lots of opportunities. One of them is being able to grow as you help others grow. You can rarely find great performers and especially music teachers. If you haven’t yet made up your mind about pursuing a career in academic music, allow us to highlight the pros and cons of this occupational path.
Today we are going to look at behaviors that create your character. Understanding these elements will help you become a successful songwriter. Your character is essential to who you are and how you act. It is a combination of certain …
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As songwriters, it can be easy to get stuck in a rut. Sometimes you’ll finish a brand new song only to realize that it’s almost exactly like one of the tracks you released a year ago. Stylistic consistency can be a good thing for your brand, but your fans want to hear improvement and growth, not the same sort of thing over and over again, year after year. If you’ve become too attached to your songwriting method, it might be time to get out of your songwriting comfort zone. Here are 4 ways to break out of your shell and try something new as a songwriter.
How can music technology support teaching and learning in a classroom? Compared to hundreds of years ago, the way we experience music today is hugely different. In this century, we have new musical instruments that are well able to produce new sounds to concert venues that have internet and ear listening aid. We have instant access to music.
Is it helpful to try to write lyrics for an existing popular song motif? Yes, it can be helpful to take a lyric motif as a launching pad for writing words to your song. This is true as long as you don’t directly copy from the original artist. You need to take the idea and figure out a way to make it uniquely yours. This is something artist have done for centuries.
Music publishing used to be reserved for those who are discovered and supported by a big record label. Nowadays, with internet exposing more people to indie artists, anyone can publish their music online and find a substantial audience.
One of our reader’s asked the following question: What is the best way to start writing lyrics? There are several ways to start writing lyrics. I will do my best to explore each one. Hopefully it will inspire you to write many songs.
Tonality based ear training makes up the core of the approach at Ear Training HQ. It’s the approach I strongly advise every musician to focus their attention on until they’ve mastered it. I believe every musician should know at least …
Intuitively every person loves music. It’s part of our culture and genes, as some sort of an antidote to stress and depression. Your taste in music manifests the vision you have about this world including yourself. Try more instrumental sounds, and hence reduce that level of nervousness in every action.