Remembering Those Middle-Of-The-Night Melodies

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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 […]

Making a Line Drawing of… Lyrics?

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Can Your Melody Be Drawn Like a Line?

A line drawing of your melody gives you a valuable graphic tool to diagnose melodic problems _______________ As a songwriter, you’re always looking for a way to make your melodies easily sung and easily remembered. It’s a crucial part of hit songwriting. One of the most important qualities of good melodies is the presence of […]