Songwriting Books

Most people regard legal contracts with an inherent suspicion. Having heard scores of horror stories, we in the music business, whether artists, creatives, audiophiles, or management, are especially

Songwriter's block can be devastating, stopping even the best songwriters in their tracks. It can have several possible causes and levels of severity. Research shows that a fear of failure is the ultimate

Learn to write songs! This book presents the basic concepts of popular songwriting, such as song construction, creativity

The ultimate guide for the modern performer, chock-full of tips, tools, and inspiration for both aspiring troubadours and those looking to take their craft and career to the next level. Author Jeffrey

Confessions of a Serial Songwriter is an amusing and poignant memoir about songwriter Shelly Peiken's journey from young girl falling under the spell of magical songs to working professional songwriter

An effective new songwriting vocabulary supported by ASCAP, BMI, and SESAC! The Elements of Song Craft does for songwriters what William Strunk Jr. and E.B. White's The Elements of Style did for English

Essential Songwriting, Producing & Recording brings to those of all ages a simple, easy to understand approach to learning ... view details

Designed for anyone interested in learning the basics of songwriting, GRAMMY Award-winning writer and producer Tom Hambridge guides you through the process, from inspiration and structure to lyrics and

This resource is a guide to getting music placements in film, tv, and media. Includes chapters on how to write music for sync; how to get your music out there, signed, and placed; and details on the

Your first song is the hardest one you will ever write. This book is designed to help you accomplish that goal. We're not going to jot down just any song, but one that you are proud of, one that gives you

Walter R. Dailey's insight in the jingle industry is unparalleled. In this easy-to-read guide, he offers clear steps for earning hundreds of thousands of dollars making music for TV, radio, and online ads.

Melody is a subject too often neglected in the teaching of music. This unique resource gives melody the attention it deserves and proves that melody writing is a skill that can be learned. Through proven

What characteristics, qualities and traits make a hit songwriter? What roles do hard work, talent, early musical development and environment play in becoming successful in an industry that changes daily?

Record songs in your own home studio! Today's smart singer-songwriter needs to be able to record high quality demo recordings. Whatever your budget, living arrangement, or technological aptitude, this book