how to write songs for fun and (maybe) profit : an introduction to the art and business of songwriting by one struggling singer-songwriter for the aid and comfort of other strugglers /
Includes bibliographical references (pages 179-185) and indexes.
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The art of songwriting. Deep background ; Reading music ; Chord structures. pt. 1 ; Playing, singing, and performing ; Lyrics. pt. 1 ; Song forms ; Melody ; Rhythm ; Style and story ; Chord structures. pt. 2 ; Lyrics. pt. 2 ; Refinements -- The business of songwriting. Business basics ; Getting heard ; Song contracts ; Staying in business.
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SUMMARY OR ABSTRACT
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Breaking down the craft of melody and lyric writing into easily digested lessons that anyone can follow, Michael Lydon shows the beginning songwriter how to integrate the craft's many skills into a seamless artistic and commercial whole.