Finding a Topic For Your Song After It’s Been Written

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How Balancing Upward and Downward Melodies Affects Musical Meaning

The mood of a song often swings back and forth depending on which way the melody moves. ____________________ Read more about how “The Essential Secrets of Songwriting” 6-eBook Bundle can make you a top-level songwriter. ____________________ This is an extended thought from the blog posting I did a while back, on Friday (April 19) in which […]

Creating Meaning In Your Music

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The Pop Song and the Hook: Creating Memorable Music

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