Langbeschreibung
A musical composer, guitar rocker, and lyric opera singer team up to write this sensational book on songwriting. This book includes everything you want to know about the core competencies of songwriting, elements of music, and lyrics. Features include writing song lyrics, crafting musical compositions, musical styles, getting a contract, sustaining a career, publishers and agents, recording, and even how to survive in the music industry.No matter what music genre you desire---blues, country, hip hop, gospel, punk, classical, alternative, jingles, or rock---this is the book for you. You will find this fascinating book filled with tips, quotes from famous songwriters and musicians, and numerous stories on songwriting that will keep you fully engaged.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
ForewordPrefaceAcknowledgmentsIntroductionChapter 1: Introduction to SongwritingChapter 2: Core Competencies of SongwritersChapter 3: Elements of Music-RhythmChapter 4: Pitch and HarmonyChapter 5: Form, Timbre, and ExpressionChapter 6: Writing LyricsChapter 7: Building Sustainability in the Music IndustryChapter 8: The Business of SongwritingEpilogue: Tips on Songwriting from SongwritersAppendix A: Permissions and CopyrightsAppendix B: Music Standards are all about Music LiteracyAppendix C: Songwriter SurveyAppendix D: Resources for Music EducatorsIndexAbout the Authors