Songwriting best practices and tips

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Dmitry Novokhatskiy

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1 - How to write a song from scratch

1 - How to write a song.mp4

01:58

2 - Start a song from scratch with no idea.mp4

12:32

3 - Intervals.mp4

01:56

3 - Intervals.pdf

4 - Stable and unstable tones.mp4

03:24

4 - Tendency-notes-and-their-resolution.pdf

5 - Exercises-to-build-a-melody-on-the-top-of-the-2-plus-3-framework.pdf

5 - How to write a melody on the top of the framework.mp4

10:17

6 - Examples-of-2-plus-3-frameworks-for-different-styles-and-moods.pdf

6 - Many ways to use 23 approach.mp4

07:42

7 - How to develop your melody and get chorus ideas.mp4

09:30

8 - Enhancing-tips-for-melody.pdf

8 - How to improve your melody.mp4

06:15

9 - How to improve your chord progression.mp4

07:13

10 - How to add lyrics to your melody.mp4

08:26

11 - Song-draft1-Part-I.pdf

11 - The Song example built from scratch.mp4

01:23

12 - Summary of the Part I.mp4

02:11

2 - How to write a song from the chord progression

13 - Chord progression basics.mp4

10:18

13 - Diatonic-chords-tables-major-and-minor-scales.pdf

14 - Choosing a chord progression.mp4

03:48

14 - Examples-of-chord-progressions-major-and-minor.pdf

15 - Guitar-strumming-examples.pdf

15 - Strumming options.mp4

04:24

16 - Crafting a melody on the top of the chord progressions.mp4

25:00

16 - Exercises-for-melody-based-on-chord-progression.pdf

16 - Melody-draft-examples.pdf

17 - Upgrading both chord progression and melody using diatonic chords.mp4

10:02

18 - Exercises-to-improve-chord-progression.pdf

18 - Upgrading both chord progression and melody using borrowed chords.mp4

16:07

19 - Song-draft2-Part-II.pdf

19 - The Song example built out of the chord profression.mp4

02:31

20 - Part II Summary.mp4

02:02

3 - How to write a song from the lyrics

21 - Basic-meters-in-European-and-American-literature.pdf

21 - Building a song out of lyrics.mp4

12:38

22 - Creating a song from one lyric line.mp4

17:14

23 - Creating a song from one unit of a poem.mp4

14:33

24 - Creating a song from the full poetic example.mp4

16:11

25 - Song-draft3-Part-III.pdf

25 - The Song built of full poetic example.mp4

02:35

26 - Summary of the Part III.mp4

02:02

4 - Building a song structure

27 - Different song structures.mp4

05:10

28 - VerseChorus transition through a chord change.mp4

05:47

29 - Transition through the additional song parts.mp4

04:01

30 - Creating a bridge.mp4

06:17

31 - IntroOutro.mp4

01:20

32 - Song-draft-4-Part-IV.pdf

32 - The song example full structure.mp4

06:42

33 - Overall course summary.mp4

05:13

Description

Learn how to write great song from lyrics, from chord progression and from scratch

What You'll Learn?

Learn simple ways to start writing any song from scratch
Learn to work efficiently complete a great song in a short time
Get step-by step instruction on every songwriting stage
Learn several simple ways to write and improve your song melody to make it catchy
Learn how to effectively develop your songwriting creativity using a variety of exercises
Learn how to write great lyrics based on the existing melody
Learn how to construct a complete song from one lyric line or stanza.
Learn how to create a full song story with free associative thinking
Learn how to build an interesting song structure that would keep listener engaged
Learn how to create a smooth transitions between the song parts

Who is this for?

Beginner level musicians who are interested in practical advice on songwriting

Musicians who want to take their songwriting to the next level using simple techniques

Songwriters who want to let go of the burden of unfinished songs and learn to work efficiently

Lyricists and musicians who want to tell their stories in a way that captivates the listener

Experienced performing musicians who want to learn new tips and boost their creativity

What You Need to Know?

No songwriting experience required. If you know few chords on the guitar, that's enough!

The course is focused on practical advice and best practices, with music theory covered as appropriate.

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Description
In this course you will learn how to write a song quickly and easily with simple exercises, even if you have no idea or even inspiration.
You will learn to build a melody based on lyrics and create lyrics based on melody. You can easily experiment with melody and chord progressions, create multiple versions, and take your great melody to the next level. You'll get practical tips on how to improve your verse and chorus so they sound unforgettable. If you're stuck on your project, this course will help you with practical tips on how to stimulate your creativity, improve melody, chords, and create interesting song structures.
You may be a beginner level musician with little to no songwriting experience. But if you've ever tried to play your favorite tune on guitar, knowing just a few chords, this course is for you. You'll receive a step-by-step guide on how to start writing your own songs today.
You may be an experienced performing musician or a successful songwriter looking for new ideas. This course will help you try out new creative exercises and techniques, improve your songwriting skills, save time, and successfully complete unfinished projects.
We'll talk about creative practices, tips, and examples to help spark your imagination. Less theory, more exercises that actually work. By the end of this course, you will not only be able to write a great song on piano or guitar, but you will also be able to do it in the most effective and creative way possible.
Who this course is for:
Beginner level musicians who are interested in practical advice on songwriting
Musicians who want to take their songwriting to the next level using simple techniques
Songwriters who want to let go of the burden of unfinished songs and learn to work efficiently
Lyricists and musicians who want to tell their stories in a way that captivates the listener
Experienced performing musicians who want to learn new tips and boost their creativity

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Dmitry, a versatile musician and songwriter, hails from Russia but currently resides in the United States. With a passion for crafting music across various genres, particularly rock and metal, Dmitry has honed his craft over two decades. Throughout this time, he has showcased his talent both as a solo artist and with his band, captivating audiences with original compositions. His musical journey has seen the global release of several albums and singles.After moving to the USA Dmitry now focuses primarily on studio production and coaching. His creative ethos knows no bounds, as he revels in blending diverse styles and pioneering novel ideas to captivate and even astonish listeners. Drawing from his wealth of experience in songwriting, Dmitry eagerly imparts invaluable insights tailored to benefit both novice and seasoned musicians alike, elevating their songwriting prowess to new heights.

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