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Book SynopsisA 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.
Trade ReviewThe authors provide an excellent and comprehensive book on songwriting and I recommend this book. It is a valuable resource for all students interested in becoming songwriters. -- Jim Peterik, songwriter, author, "Eye of the Tiger" and "Songwriting for Dummies"
The authors provide a nice blend of scholarly research and practical strategies on songwriting. I encourage anyone to read this book who is interested in understanding and pursuing a career or personal avocation in songwriting. -- BJ Thomas, Five-time Grammy award Singer-Songwriter
An essential resource for secondary-school music theory and composition classes or individual students interested in independent songwriting experiences. -- Jody L. Kerchner, Professor of Music Education, Oberlin Conservatory of Music
This book ably guides those wanting to learn about the songwriting process, as well as teachers who are interested in reinvigorating their music programs with a new course or unit in songwriting. -- Carlos R. Abril, Professor of Music, Frost School of Music, University of Miami
Table of ContentsForeword Preface Acknowledgments Introduction Chapter 1: Introduction to Songwriting Chapter 2: Core Competencies of Songwriters Chapter 3: Elements of Music-Rhythm Chapter 4: Pitch and Harmony Chapter 5: Form, Timbre, and Expression Chapter 6: Writing Lyrics Chapter 7: Building Sustainability in the Music Industry Chapter 8: The Business of Songwriting Epilogue: Tips on Songwriting from Songwriters Appendix A: Permissions and Copyrights Appendix B: Music Standards are all about Music Literacy Appendix C: Songwriter Survey Appendix D: Resources for Music Educators Index About the Authors
