Learning how to write a good song is an important skill all musicians should learn how to do. I look at how to do this, how to get creative with the songwriting process, and more. Please share these guides if they’re useful.
Have you ever noticed how songs follow a certain structure? While not all songs follow the same structure, it is certainly the case that song structure is something professional songwriters pay close attention to. One device that’s employed in practically every pop song is a chorus. Many would consider the chorus the keys to the…
Have you ever whistled a tune out loud for everybody within earshot to hear? If so, you were whistling a melody, perhaps without even knowing it. But what exactly is a melody in music and why is it so fundamentally important? These are questions that every musician has asked themselves time and again throughout history. …
Coming up with lyrics is hard. If you’re feeling inspired, and in flow, then a song can come together quite quicky. The problem is that these moments only seem to come around every now and again, and if you don’t capture them in the moment, you could easily lose out on some great ideas. But…
Whether you’re looking to get started on a new song, or you’ve never written one before, the following guide will teach you how to write a song in 7 simple steps. Let’s get into it! 1. Create A Title For Your Song This title doesn’t necessarily need to be final. You can always change it…
Writing a song on the guitar can, at times, seem like an impossible task. There may be periods of time (days to years in some cases) where, no matter what, you just can’t seem to find the inspiration to write a song. Or, perhaps you have some song ideas, but experience anxiety at the thought…
The piano is a beautiful instrument. It sounds great on its own, and it sounds great in orchestras and bands too. Guitar sometimes gets all the attention in mainstream music, but the truth is, as you’re about to see, pop and rock music simply wouldn’t be what it is today without the piano. In this…
If you want to play rock, or even country, you should learn to play the blues. The blues is at the core of these genres, and it will teach you much of what you need to know about song structure, improvising, dynamics, and even how to solo effectively. The skills you learn will translate nicely…
Whether you’re feeling the rhythm, or you’ve got the blues, sometimes you need a set of sexy R&B chords to express your lovely self. In this guide, we look at multiple R&B chord progressions, explain each, and even highlight a few useful variants to set you up for success. This ought to keep you busy…
Although jazz utilizes the same 12 notes in music every other genre does, it seems to occupy its own “space” in terms of stylistic properties. It’s quite distinct from, say, rock or country. It’s more than fair to say that the genre of jazz has chord progressions that are either strongly associated with it or…
If you’re looking for chord progressions in the key of G, you’ve come to the right place. It doesn’t matter whether you’re learning chord progressions for the first time, or you’re looking for some inspiration for your next song. We’ve got you covered. And don’t forget – you can transfer over the same chord progressions…
When it comes to music, it’s not just about the chords. It’s about how you put them together in a sequence. That’s the essence of chord progressions. Chord progressions form the very foundation and structure of most songs, even those that are primarily “riff” based. And, when you’re first getting started in the world of…
So, you’re looking to write a sad song. Or maybe you have the song written, but the chord progression just isn’t right. Well, try as you might, sometimes trying to be original doesn’t help you find the right accompaniment to your melancholy melodies. Sometimes, you’ve got to rely on the tried and true. Here you…
Songwriting contests vary in their size and scope, but they are great ways to test your skills and try to gain exposure. Winning a song competition provides more than prizes – they can be a great intro to the music industry and help you build a compelling story too. Some contests have thousands of entrants,…
In 1967, Bernie Taupin answered an ad placed in NME by Liberty Records calling for talent. Elton John (then Reg Dwight) answered that same ad. After auditioning, Elton John was given a pack of lyrics that had been sent to the label, and so began the writing relationship between Elton John and Bernie Taupin that…
Writing a song can take time. Learning a song can also take a while. And oftentimes, songwriters will write a song only to have to later bring it to their band, who must go through the learning process themselves. If only there was a tool that made the process of songwriting and experimentation easier, made…