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Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Rhyming Spree Exercise

Welcome to the songwriting exercise of the week! This week, we will be focusing on the Rhyming Spree Exercise. The concept of this exercise is simple: set a timer for 5 minutes (or longer if you prefer), and then try to come up with as many rhyming word pairs as possible within that time frame. You can write them down or just say them out … Continue reading Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Rhyming Spree Exercise

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Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Three Notes Exercise

Welcome to the songwriting exercise of the week! This week, we will be focusing on the Three Notes exercise. The concept of the Three Notes exercise is simple: choose three consecutive notes, and create a short song using only those notes. You can vary the chords, lyrics, and rhythm, but the key is to restrict yourself to only using those three notes. So why is … Continue reading Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Three Notes Exercise

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Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Personal History Exercise

Welcome to the Songwriting Exercise of the Week – the Personal History Exercise. This exercise is all about exploring your own personal history and using it as inspiration for your music. Your personal history is full of stories, memories, and experiences that are unique to you, and by tapping into these, you can create music that is deeply personal and meaningful. Here’s how it works: … Continue reading Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Personal History Exercise

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Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Opposites Exercise

Welcome to the Songwriting Exercise of the Week – the Opposites Exercise. This exercise is all about exploring the concept of opposites and using them as inspiration for your music. Opposites can be a powerful way to create contrast, tension, and drama in your lyrics, and they can also help you to discover new ideas and perspectives. Here’s how the Opposites Exercise works: Start by … Continue reading Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Opposites Exercise

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Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Stream of Consciousness Exercise

Welcome to this week’s songwriting exercise: the Stream of Consciousness Exercise! This exercise is designed to help you tap into your unconscious mind and use your natural thought processes as inspiration for your songwriting. By letting your thoughts flow freely and without judgment, you can access a wealth of creative ideas and emotions that can inform your songs. To begin this exercise, find a quiet … Continue reading Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Stream of Consciousness Exercise

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Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Inner Child Exercise

Welcome to the Songwriting Exercise of the Week – the Inner Child Exercise. This exercise is all about looking back at your younger self and considering what you would tell them if you could. It can be a powerful way to connect with your past, reflect on your experiences, and find inspiration for your music. Here’s how it works: Close your eyes and take a … Continue reading Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Inner Child Exercise

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Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Role-play Exercise

Welcome to this week’s “Songwriting Exercise of the Week” – the Songwriting Role-play Exercise! The Songwriting Role-play Exercise is a fun and creative way to stretch your songwriting muscles and try out new perspectives. It’s a great exercise for songwriters of all levels, and can help you develop your craft and find new inspiration. So, how does the Songwriting Role-play Exercise work? First, think about … Continue reading Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Role-play Exercise

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Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Musical Mood Board Exercise

Welcome to this week’s Songwriting Exercise of the Week – the Musical Mood Board Exercise! The Musical Mood Board Exercise is a fun and creative way to kickstart your songwriting process. It’s perfect for those times when you’re feeling stuck or uninspired, or when you just need a little push to get your creative juices flowing. So, what is a mood board? Simply put, a … Continue reading Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Musical Mood Board Exercise

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Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Sensory Exercise

Welcome to this week’s songwriting exercise: the Sensory Exercise! This exercise is designed to help you tap into your senses and use them as inspiration for your songwriting. By using your senses to describe the world around you, you can create vivid and evocative lyrics that bring your listeners into the heart of your song. To begin, find a quiet place where you can sit … Continue reading Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Sensory Exercise

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Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Ocean of Lyrics

Welcome to the Songwriting Exercise of the Week! This week, we will be focusing on the Ocean of Lyrics exercise. The concept of this exercise is to choose a melody and come up with at least 10 different lyrical lines that work with that melody. You can use a short melody from your favorite song, or create a melody specifically for this exercise. The key … Continue reading Songwriting Exercise of the Week: Ocean of Lyrics