Songwriting Tips
that Might Surprise You
The songwriting tips we offer are a bit different than most. They come from years of experience, learning many things the hard way. One step at a time, you will learn how to improve your songs, and your song's VIBE! So-o-o-o-o-o... if you're serious about your songwriting... These songwriting tips will help you identify the weak parts of your songs and help strengthen your sound! Let's get our vibe on!
Shorthand Music Notation:
Not Just Chicken Scratch
This is a simple music notation system that I use, to help me grab a song idea before it escapes me. (I even have an example of some of my personal chicken scratch!) The goal is not a lead sheet, or chart for others...but for YOU to catch the vibe in the moment.
Simple isn't Simple, But It's Mandatory
You have probably heard before "keep it simple." But how do we do that? It's easier said than done sometimes. Let us point you to some keys of simplicity that will help you keep the main thing the main thing.
Costly Mistakes: Let Us Flip the Bill
In this true life experience of an audition, I outline some very common mistakes. This will help you identify problem areas that you can avoid. We look closely at some of the potential pitfalls in songwriting.
Blueprints for Songwriters:
Like Mixing Oil and Water
Keeping the Big Picture in mind is important. But it can be difficult as you work through the ends and outs of a song! As creative people we can have trouble keeping things simple! These simple blueprints will help you on track.
Goals for the Big Picture
Somehow, as musicians, we like to leave the goal-setting for the football players..But with any important project, goals are important and crucial! Do you know what goals to reach for? Let's explore that together so we can put our energy where it counts!
A Musician's Resource
We wanted to recommend some of the resources that have helped us. Here you will find books (and their links) that we have found helpful on the journey.
There's plenty more to check out. So keep exploring the site and strengthening that VIBE!Our skills will improve, our hearts will expand, and our songs will keep getting better. And that, my friend, is why we are here. Count us in!
Finding Your Songwriter's Vibe
Rhythm Without the Blues
Power Tools: Principles of Music Theory
Lyric Writing Library
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