20 Unofficial Rules of Songwriting
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While there are technically no limits when it comes to songwriting, here are 20 "unofficial" rules that songwriters employ to make songs more engaging and memorable. And it's not just commercial songwriters. These rules are used in many of the popular and GRAMMY-winning songs you hear today. In this course, Cliff Goldmacher reveals tips from the professional songwriter's rulebook, starting with 10 rules about lyrics: staying conversational, using concrete details, and keeping your rhyme schemes the same in similar sections. He then discusses five rules for melodies, including why you should keep melodies simple, unique, and accessible, and how to make them more memorable with repetition. The last five rules tackle familiar song structures and tips for shortening sections of songs.
Contents:
- Introduction
- 1. Ten Rules for Lyrics
- 2. Five Rules for Melodies
- 3. Five Rules for Song Structure
- Conclusion
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| Length | 35m |
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| Cost | $29/month (Access to entire library- free trial available) |
| From | LinkedIn Learning |
| Instructor | Cliff Goldmacher |
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| Language | English |
| Subjects | Art & Design |
| Tags | Songwriting Audio + Music Music Business Music Composition |
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| Rating | Not enough ratings |
|---|---|
| Length | 35m |
| Starts | On Demand (Start anytime) |
| Cost | $29/month (Access to entire library- free trial available) |
| From | LinkedIn Learning |
| Instructor | Cliff Goldmacher |
| Download Videos | Only via the LinkedIn Learning mobile app |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Art & Design |
| Tags | Songwriting Audio + Music Music Business Music Composition |
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