Music-Instruction & Study-Songwriting

As the movie and music industries have changed, film scoring has become an overwhelmingly independent process. Film composers have more responsibilities than ever before, and they must fulfill them with smaller budgets and shorter schedules. As a result, composers are increasingly becoming armies of...

Artists like Ed Sheeran, Ellie Goulding and KT Tunstall use loopers as a key part of their live shows, and in this book Instagram guitar sensation Kristof Neyens shows you how to master looping with a wealth of creative ideas and cool licks and...

"Goodbye, Little Rock and Roller" was a 2004 SEBA Book Award finalist, and a 2004 Book Critics Circle Award finalist. "Goodbye, Little Rock and Roller" is an inventive and original book from Nashville singer/songwriter Chapman, who uses twelve of her most resonant songs as...

How To Write A Song in 24 Hours For Songwriting BeginnersToday only, get this Amazon bestseller for just $4.99. Regularly priced at $10.99. Read on your PC, Mac, smart phone, tablet or Kindle device. You're about to discover how to...start your own journey in...

HOW (NOT) TO WRITE A HIT SONG! - 101 COMMON MISTAKES TO AVOID IF YOU WANT SONGWRITING SUCCESS takes a close look at the essential elements consistently found in the structure, melodies and lyrics of all hit songs. The book highlights and analyzes the...

Every songwriter and music publisher wants their music placed in a film, a TV show, a commercial, or other visual media. This guide provides the important steps to making this happen.Author: Tracey Marino, Vance MarinoISBN-10: 1493061119ISBN-13: 9781493061112Publisher: Backbeat BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/15/2022Pages: 288Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.49lbsSize:...

(Willis). Designed for budding songwriters of any age, this workbook requires only a minimal knowledge of the piano. Written so it is easy to use with or without a teacher, singer/songwriter Allison James carefully guides the beginning songwriter through the process of writing a...

"How [Not] To Write Great Lyrics! - 40 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Writing Lyrics For Your Songs" is the follow-up to Brian Oliver's highly-praised book "How [Not] To Write A Hit Song! - 101 Common Mistakes to Avoid If You Want Songwriting Success"."How...

If you are an aspiring song writer, and wanted to to specialize rock music then check out this " How To Write a Rock Song" guide. In this step-by-step guide the following benefits can be yours: - Learn to choose appropriate musical instrument to...

The principles and process of song writing are universal in the world of music. The same ingredients are required to put a song together and it doesn't matter whether it's a secular song or a gospel song. What does matter, is that the end...

Songwriting is a skill that anybody can learn, even if you can't read or write music! In How To Write a Song, a songwriter with over 35 years of songwriting experience and music instruction teaches readers powerful proven songwriting techniques for conceptualizing and creating...

By combining details of ancient Middle Eastern Musical "Maqam" teachings and the physics of Just Intonation, which describe perfect harmony, Cameron Powers is able to present a simple solution to these musical mysteries. Musicians can now explore the vast collections of ancient musical modes....

Graeme Charles Edge (born 30 March 1941, in Rocester, Staffordshire) is an English musician, songwriter, and poet best known as the co-founder and drummer of the English band the Moody Blues.With additional anecdotes on the background to the motivation of many of Graeme's best-known...

The organ is one of the most unique and intriguing instruments to play. Because of its ability to create sounds across a wide variety of pitch and volume, the organ has been nicknamed "The King of Instruments." This instrument comes in a wide range...

Do What You Love- SongwritingThis book explores the process of writing songs through the unique lens of 8 life principles. More than just a textbook for songwriters, it is a soulful roadmap for people who want to design better lives. Larry Dvoskin is a...

Singing is an amazing accomplishment that almost everyone in the world wants to achieve. However, only a few people are actually lucky enough to successfully write a song, let alone sing it. Many people think that coming up with lyrics to a song is...

"HIT HAPPENS will not only guide you step by step on what it takes to be a successful songwriter, it will put a smile on your face while you're learning." -Anita Cox, Singer/Songwriter/Project Concept & Development Specialist, CEO Big South Productions, BobbyCyrusEntertainment.com. "-A must...

This simply designed Guitar Tablature Notebook is great for guitar songwriting. Makes a perfect birthday or Christmas gift for musicians, guitar teachers, guitar players, and guitar students. Get your creative juices flowing 8.5 x 11 inch size 120 pages 5 6-line Staves per page...

Da Capo Best Music Writing has become one of the most eagerly awaited annuals of them all. Celebrating the year in music writing by gathering a rich array of essays, missives, and musings on every style of music from rock to hip-hop to R&B...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

(Piano/Vocal/Guitar Artist Songbook). 13 fan favorites from these '80s mainstays: Barrel of a Gun * Dream On * Enjoy the Silence * I Feel You * It's No Good * Just Can't Get Enough * Only When I Lose Myself * People Are People...

You'll never listen to music the same way again! Producer, audio engineer, and author Bobby Owsinski takes you behind-the-scenes of 20 of the most beloved classic rock hits of the 1960s, '70s, and '80s. Using a technique refined after years of listening to songs...

You'll never listen to music the same way again! Producer, audio engineer, and author Bobby Owsinski takes you behind-the-scenes of 20 of the biggest modern pop and hip-hop hits of the 21st century. Using a technique refined after years of listening to songs under...

You'll never listen to music the same way again! Producer, audio engineer, and author Bobby Owsinski takes you deep inside 20 of the biggest modern rock and country hits of the 21st century. Using a technique refined after years of listening to songs under...

Learn the basics of producing music with Ableton Live software. Ableton Live has become one of the most popular platforms for music production since its introduction in 2001. Its intuitive interface allows beginners to make music right away, while offering deep functionality to satisfy...

Presents a first analytical study that looks at the overarching designs of Benjamin Britten's John Donne, Thomas Hardy and William Blake solo song cycles. By questioning when a group of songs ought to be understood not merely as a collection, but as a cycle,...

MUSIC IN MY SOUL 6X9 100 Blank Line Sheet Music: Authentic Cuban Art Design by world renowned Artist Hildana Ciser who was Born in Havana Cuba in the 1960s. Hildana's art is a combination of raw, bright & vivid colors coming together with deep...

A Worshipper's Guide to Creativity, Song Writing, and Ministry is a book by Christian song writier and minister, Dennis Jernigan. It is a concise resource for those who desire a refreshing nudge in their creative output or those who simply desire creative ideas in...

Christmas Popular Piano Songs for Kids I Easy Sheet MusicTOP Classical Carols of All Time for Beginners Children Students Adults I Lyric Chords I Carol of the Bells I Jingle Bells I Silent Night I We Wish You a Merry Christmas and more... Christmas...

Finalist, ForeWord Reviews Book of the Year Awards 2012, Performing Arts and Music (Adult Non-Fiction) Brian Wilson is a musical genius. Ever since British press agent Derek Taylor launched a publicity campaign with that theme to promote the landmark LP Pet Sounds in 1966,...

This book is packed with useful tips on how to harness creativity in both lyric writing and music composition and is sure to inspire any aspiring songwriter! Topics include the basic elements of a song; how to punch up" your lyrics; easy-to-understand lessons on...

Do you remember the great music from 1984?It was the year million-selling albums made a comeback. Michael Jackson's ''Thriller, '' Prince's ''Purple Rain, '' Bruce Springsteen's ''Born in the U.S.A., '' Tina Turner's ''Private Dancer, '' Cyndi Lauper's ''She's So Unusual, '' the Cars'...

Beautiful Classical Songs for CLARINET and Piano Accompaniment - this book includes the most beautiful songs for intermediate clarinet players! This is great for student recitals or for playing at home during the holidays, or even weddings.12 Popular Wedding PiecesAll pieces are included complete...

"I was six or seven when I noticed the music in my head. It was there in the classroom, on the football pitch, at the dinner table, when I went to sleep and when I woke up. And it's continued ever since." As a...

Easy write Bass TAB with full note range in TAB and Notation on each page.Author: Marc Lachlan OngleyISBN-10: 1546594906ISBN-13: 9781546594901Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/10/2017Pages: 156Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.83lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.33d

It is no secret that music has tremendous power. It can heal emotional wounds, boost moods, decrease pain, and improve brain interaction. In short, music, as a universal language, has the power to influence and change lives, therefore changing the world. Singer/songwriter Jena Douglas...

Grab this songwriting book to learn how to write a better song. Creative Songwriting on Guitar is the ultimate songwriting tool for guitarists.Are you tired of using the same old chords and progressions? Have your reached a roadblock in your songwriting and are looking...

101 Tips and Tricks of Successful Songwriting goes behind the scenes and shows you how successful songwriters craft and market their hits. Through a series of famous examples, insider secrets, and amusing anecdotes, you will learn how to apply these winning strategies yourself. Broken...

Author: Richard J. ScottISBN-10: 0595263844ISBN-13: 9780595263844Publisher: iUniverseLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/30/2003Pages: 512Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.60lbsSize: 9.14h x 6.02w x 1.21d

(Berklee Guide). Essential for anyone interested in the business, process and procedures of writing music for film or television, this book teaches the Berklee approach to the art, covering topics such as: preparing and recording a score, contracts and fees, publishing, royalties, copyrights and...

(Berklee Guide). Write for a horn section In this book, you will learn how to add saxophones and brass to a rhythm section ensemble. You will learn the capabilities and characteristics of the most common instruments, and how to order them effectively. You will...

(Berklee Guide). Use counterpoint to make your music more engaging and creative. Counterpoint the relationship between musical voices is among the core principles for writing music, and it has been central to the study of composition for many centuries. Whether you are a composer,...

(Berklee Guide). Learn to write songs This book presents the basic concepts of popular songwriting, such as song construction, creativity techniques, melodic and harmonic development, how to write memorable lyrics, and other core topics. Hands-on exercises make it practical, and the accompanying online recording...

(Berklee Guide). Learn to use strings in your compositions and arrangements From romantic chord pads to powerful grooves to gut-wrenching passionate melodies, strings do it all. This book presents time-tested techniques and contemporary developments in writing and arranging for strings. You'll learn strategies for...

"I like accidents. I like to put myself in the way of musical harm. I like being at the wheel of that musical car, and aiming it at the wall, just to see what shape the car's going to come out. It might come...

Beyond Rhythm Guitar takes you on a journey of discovery that teaches you the best ways to build fills and solo guitar lines around the most important chords on the guitar. You'll learn the scale shapes, approaches and secret techniques that the best guitar...

(Berklee Guide). Learn the nuances of music notation, and create professional looking scores. This reference presents a comprehensive look at contemporary music notation. You will learn the meaning and stylistic practices for many types of notation that are currently in common use, from traditional...

Art Song: Linking Poetry and Music is a follow-up to author Carol Kimball's bestselling Song: A Guide to Art Song Style and Literature. Rather than a general survey of art song literature, the new book clearly and insightfully defines the fundamental characteristics of art...

The book contains a careful collection of the most memorable and nostalgic Armenian folk songs, dance songs and patriotic songs by singers, songwriters and poets such as Sayat Nova, Komitas, Gamar Khatiba, Goosan Sheram, Yeghishe Charents, Gegham Sarian, Alexander Tzadoorian, Sarian and so many...

Almost Like a Professional is the story of West Texas musician, songwriter and educator, Cary C Banks. From his upbringing in the rigidly fundamentalist Church of Christ, to his glorious discovery of devil rock and roll and the Beatles, Cary Banks traces his long...