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

Alex JMarch 13, 2023April 11, 2023Leave a comment

Songwriting beginners

The Return of Disco Music to Popular Culture

You may have noticed that many artists are writing nostalgia songs going back to the 70s. Examples like Dua Lipa’s Album “Future Nostalgia” and “Juice” by Lizzo take inspiration from the disco influences of the 1970s. If you’re a songwriter looking to create a song that is nostalgic of the 70s, incorporating elements of disco music is a great place to start. In this blog, … Continue reading The Return of Disco Music to Popular Culture

Kristine TranMarch 12, 2023April 11, 2023Leave a comment

Songwriting beginners

Why You Should or Should Not Take Music Lessons

For many people, music lessons are a rite of passage in their childhood. Some, however, may not have had the opportunity to take music lessons as a child and may be wondering if it’s too late to start. Others may have taken lessons in the past and are now debating if they should pick up an instrument again. There are certainly many reasons why you … Continue reading Why You Should or Should Not Take Music Lessons

Kristine TranMarch 11, 2023April 11, 2023Leave a comment

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Techniques for Writing Simple Songs

Minimalism has been a popular trend in songwriting, with artists looking to pare down their compositions to the bare essentials. While minimalism is often associated with the music itself, it can also be applied to the lyrics of a song. In this blog, we’ll explore some tips and techniques for applying minimalism and writing simple songs. 1. Focus on the essentials Minimalism is about getting … Continue reading Techniques for Writing Simple Songs

Kristine TranMarch 10, 2023April 11, 2023Leave a comment

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Tips for Songwriting About Self-Love

Self-love is an important practice that everyone should embrace. It is a key element of personal growth and development. One of the best ways to cultivate self-love is through writing a song about it. Music can be a powerful tool for self-expression and healing. In this blog, we will explore songwriting about self-love, including some tips and techniques that you can use to make your … Continue reading Tips for Songwriting About Self-Love

Kristine TranMarch 9, 2023March 20, 2023Leave a comment

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10 Songs to Write

As a songwriter, finding inspiration for new songs to write can be a challenging process. Sometimes you might have a melody or a chord progression in your head, but no words to accompany them. Other times, you might be stuck with writer’s block and need a fresh idea to get the creativity flowing. Here are some ideas for songs to write that could help inspire … Continue reading 10 Songs to Write

Kristine TranMarch 8, 2023March 23, 2023Leave a comment

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How to Write a Song Without a Chorus

As a songwriter, it’s easy to get caught up in the familiar verse-chorus structure of songwriting. However, sometimes stepping outside of that box can lead to truly unique and memorable songs. In this blog post, you’ll learn how to write a song without a chorus. 1. Verse Only One structure to consider is the “verse only” approach. This structure involves repeating verses without a chorus, … Continue reading How to Write a Song Without a Chorus

Kristine TranMarch 7, 2023March 20, 2023Leave a comment

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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

Alex JMarch 6, 2023March 20, 2023Leave a comment

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Healing Old Wounds With New Music

Writing a letter to your past self can be a powerful way to reflect on a difficult time in your life and to find closure. It can help you to process your emotions and provide comfort to your younger self. Whether it was a difficult breakup, a family tragedy, or any other challenging life event, writing a letter to your past self can be a … Continue reading Healing Old Wounds With New Music

Kristine TranMarch 5, 2023March 20, 2023Leave a comment

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How to Write Lyrics Without Pulling Your Hair Out

Songwriting is a beautiful and rewarding art form, but it can also be frustrating at times. It’s not uncommon for songwriters to spend hours, days, or even weeks trying to come up with the perfect lyrics, only to end up feeling discouraged and overwhelmed. But it doesn’t have to be this way – with a few simple tips and tricks, here’s how to write lyrics … Continue reading How to Write Lyrics Without Pulling Your Hair Out

Kristine TranMarch 4, 2023March 20, 2023Leave a comment