5 Verse and Chorus Progressions for Songwriters

Five suggestions for verse and chorus progressions that work well together. ____________ “The Essential Secrets of Songwriting” 10-eBook Deluxe Bundle includes: “From Amateur to Ace: Writing Songs Like a Pro”. Right now, the Deluxe Bundle comes with a special deal. READ MORE.. _____________ It’s completely fine to write a song that uses the same chords for both […]

The Importance of Melodic Shape

Using line drawings of melodies gives you an instant view of the entire melody – a great diagnostic tool. _______________________ Download “The Essential Secrets of Songwriting” 10-eBook Deluxe Bundle, and get today’s DISCOUNT PRICE. Read more.. _______________________ Follow Gary Ewer on Twitter I’ve often mentioned on this blog an important songwriting technique that involves drawing a melody […]

Songwriting: Getting Busy – Keeping Busy

Don’t wait until one song is finished before starting your next one. ____________ “The Essential Secrets of Songwriting” 6-eBook Bundle comes with this FREE eBOOK: “From Amateur to Ace: Writing Songs Like a Pro”. 7 Songwriting eBooks for $37 _____________ There are two important aspects – definitions, really – for what it means to be busy as […]

5 Chord Progression Tips For Your Next Song

You’d be surprised how effective a plain, predictable progression can be in a pop song. _______________________ “More Essential Chord Progressions” picks up where the first collection leaves off, giving you tons of progressions including circle of fifths, suspensions, inverted pedal point, and more. It comes with “The Essential Secrets of Songwriting” eBook Bundle Packages. Read more.. […]

Two Crucial Components of a Successful Song Hook

Innovation sets your music apart, but be careful not to scare your audience away. ____________ “The Essential Secrets of Songwriting” eBook Bundle comes with this FREE eBOOK: “Hooks and Riffs: How They Grab Attention, Make Songs Memorable, and Build Your Fan Base”. 8 Songwriting eBooks for $37 _____________ A hook can be a catchy instrumental riff that gets […]

How to Build Musical Anticipation

In music, anticipation is a vital part of what keeps people listening. _______________________ Get one of “The Essential Secrets of Songwriting” eBook Bundle packages, and take your songwriting to a new level of excellence. For iPad, iPhone, desktop, laptop, or any other PDF-reading device. Read more.. _______________________ Follow Gary on Twitter We all know the word anticipation […]