Music-Instruction & Study-Songwriting

There are few creative acts more mysterious and magical than writing a song. But what if the goal wasn't so mysterious and was actually achievable for anyone who wants to experience more magic and creativity in their life? That's something that anyone will be...

10 years ago, Welcome Books published the star of its Art & Poetry Series, Dance Me to the End of Love, a deliriously romantic song by Leonard Cohen that was brilliantly visualized through the sensual paintings of Henri Matisse. Now for its 10-year anniversary,...

(Instructional). Here is a peek behind the curtains, revealing the secrets to writing successful orchestral instrumental music cues for the production music market. The reader is presented with several music cues to study and learn from. Through detailed analysis you will view complete transcriptions...

In Great Songwriting Techniques, veteran composer and teacher Jack Perricone shares years of experience in the art, science, and pedagogy of songwriting to teach readers the craft. Whether they write for a small group of friends or in the hopes of creating a smash...

This is a book for songwriters, guitarists, and people who write songs on the guitar. It explains songwriting technique, providing information on all aspects of song creation and construction.Author: Rikky RooksbyISBN-10: 1493051768ISBN-13: 9781493051762Publisher: Backbeat BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/03/2020Pages: 288Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.65lbsSize: 9.10h x 7.40w x...

Lyrics sheds light on all aspects of writing lyrics for music and will make lyricists and songwriters feel more confident and creative when they tackle lyrics. Author: Rikky RooksbyISBN-10: 1493056158ISBN-13: 9781493056156Publisher: Backbeat BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/15/2021Pages: 304Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.36lbsSize: 9.20h x 7.40w x 0.70d

(Berklee Guide). Create effective film scores This book presents a framework for creative decision-making that will lead to producing the best music for a given scene. It supports artists working in film, television, video games, or other media. The framework encourages clarity of concept...

At last, an orchestration book tailor-made for the classroom musician on a budget. Any teacher, student or professional musician, whether a composer, orchestrator, arranger, performer or enthusiast will find this thoroughly comprehensive dictionary full of the most needed information on over 150 instruments. Designed...

Once upon a time, there wasn't a song. Then, sometime later, there was. "How the $&% did that happen?" you might ask. How to Write a Song (Even If You've Never Written One Before and You Think You Suck) is the definitive, no-nonsense and...

Have you always wanted to put your thoughts and feelings into the form of musical lyrics but couldn't quite make the transition? If so, then How to Write Lyrics for Beginners in 24 Hours or Less: A Detailed Guide is the book you have...

Bob Dylan's ways with words are a wonder, matched as they are with his music and verified by those voices of his. In response to the whole range of Dylan early and late (his songs of social conscience, of earthly love, of divine love,...

There are many ways apart from the standard one to tune a guitar, and each way opens up new possibilities for the player and songwriter. In this latest installment in his bestselling songwriting series, author Rikky Rooksby talks the reader through these possibilities, introducing...

(Berklee Methods). The Berklee in the Pocket Essential Songwriter is an accessible reference guide that will quickly lead songwriters to ideas that are at the heart of countless hit songs. The tips and strategies jam-packed into this concise guide will help you tackle writer's...

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...

Covering all the essentials of craft and marketing for launching and sustaining a long, successful writing career, this cutting-edge revision contains an exclusive interview with Oscar-winning songwriter Melissa Etheridge - "I Need to Wake Up" - and shows you, step by step, how to...

"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...