Songwriting for Dummies

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Call Number: 782.421 Pe
On Shelf At: Downtown Library

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Previous ed. by Jim Peterik, Dave Austin, and Mary Ellen Bickford. 2002.
Includes index.
Capturing that solid-gold nugget -- Looking at the genres -- Working it out : getting your song into shape -- Snagging your listeners with a hook -- Making an impact with lyrics -- Finding your voice in the lyrics -- Using rhymes in your songs -- Feel the rhythm, feel the ride -- Making melody magic -- Using chords in songwriting -- The cheating side of town : shortcuts and cool technologies -- Bringing talent together : collaboration and networking -- Online marketing and social networking for songwriters -- Writing for the stage, screen, television, and more -- Getting your songs heard : making the demo -- Creating goals and meeting deadlines -- Ka-ching : how your song makes money -- Introducing the business players -- Looking at the legal end : dealing with paperwork -- Ten songs you should know -- Ten common song-related contracts you should know.
Provides proven techniques for songwriting success, guiding you through the shift from traditional sales to downloads and mobile music. You get basic songwriting concepts, insider tips and advice, and inspiration for writing-- and selling-- meaningful, timeless songs.

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5/5 submitted by Morgsush on June 16, 2022, 2:42am I'm a dummy, and this book helped me learn about songwriting. Watch out, Olivia Rodrigo.