Write Songs from Scratch, A complete guide to songwriting for beginners

ISMN: 979-0-060-11308-6

The beginner's guide to writing a hit song. Ever wanted to write your own song? Ever wondered what you love about some songs but hate about others? Whether you start with lyrics, tune, chords or rhythm, Write Songs from Scratch guides you through all aspects of songwriting - what makes one lyric good whilst another awful, what makes a memorable tune, and so on. An accompanying CD demonstrates how it's done, with eight sample songs recorded by top artists. And, when you write your own chart-topper, Write Songs from Scratch provides advice on how to approach the music industry and protect your copyright. Written by an expert songwriter and recorded by top artists, Write Songs from Scratch is fabulous for any aspiring songwriter.

CONTENIDO:

01. The basics
02. Your favourite songs
03. The songs on the CD
04. Getting going
05. Writing your ideas down
06. Getting started
07. Words
08. Tunes
09. Chords
10. Rhythm
11. Arranging your song
12. Songwriting in practice
13. The Songs
14. Starting with rhythm: Boyfriend
15. Starting with a melody: I can't live without you
16. Starting with a lyric: Something to believe in
17. Starting with a texture: You take me away
18. Starting with a chord progression: Baby my heart
19. Starting with a melody: You tore out my heart
20. Starting with a lyric: Too much fun
21. Starting with a rhythm: Get your groove on
22. What next?
23. Performing and publishing
24. Protecting yourself
and others
25. Index