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A Complete Guide To Compose a Melody91

A Complete Guide To Compose a Melody

When people think of music, and memorable songs they have heard in the past, generally they think of the melody. This illustrates the importance of the melody and also brings up three questions. What is the purpose of music? Why is the melody the...

9 comments    compose music melody composer
I Want to Write Music - How Do I Start?82

I Want to Write Music - How Do I Start?

So you want to write music, but have no idea where to begin? Here is a quick guide for assessing various approaches and choosing the one that should work best for you.

9 comments    music songwriting write music
How to Write Music That Sticks in Your Head81

How to Write Music That Sticks in Your Head

Every songwriter wants to write music that is unforgettable. We all want to write great songs. But what separates a good song from a great one? Setting aside star power and song promotion, why do some songs become hits while others do not? Every...

2 comments    songwriter melody hit song
Great HARMONY: the "meat" of music 80

Great HARMONY: the "meat" of music

The lead singer in any song is important, of course. But often, it's the HARMONY around the lead singer that makes or breaks a song. Or, the best harmonies can turn a good song into an instant classic which people will be singing for years to come. ...

1 comment    family music songs
Music's DNA:  Melody, Harmony, Rhythm78

Music's DNA: Melody, Harmony, Rhythm

Every song has its own musical DNA, made up of three elements which are present in every popular song from every genre. Those three building blocks of music's DNA which exist in every song are MELODY, HARMONY and RHYTHM.  Melody. Harmony....

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How to Transpose Music I: Definition & Types of Transposition; Transposing Chords78

How to Transpose Music I: Definition & Types of Transposition; Transposing Chords

The skill of transposing music is valuable for accompanists; for musicians who play in groups; for band, chorus, and ensemble directors; and for anyone who wants to improve their overall musicianship. Transposition can make the difference between working well with other musicians and being something of a musical loner or a drag. Best of all, the ability to transpose is a lot of fun!

0 comments    music guitar keyboard
Chapter 4: Harmony and Chords 79

Chapter 4: Harmony and Chords

Music works in amazing ways that grow even more astonishing when you break them down. With a solid understanding of the chromatic scale and the major scales we can take it another step further and actually...

3 comments    music guitar rock
Switched At Birth -- Melody Is No Sweet Tune79

Switched At Birth -- Melody Is No Sweet Tune

Angelo had the week off from causing trouble, but Melody was there to fill his shoes. Actually, I prefer Angelo's kind of trouble more. Melody has made it clear since she learned Bay and Emmett were dating she doesn't like it. She, in fact, blames...

0 comments    melody bay regina
Top 10 Reasons Why the Music Industry is Failing79

Top 10 Reasons Why the Music Industry is Failing

You know what? I miss my vinyl records. I miss going to the record store (a real community experience) and buying an LP for $10-$15. I miss the larger sleeves with the cover art and the inside liner notes which told you who wrote what and who...

3 comments    music industry music business
Pussycat Dolls – the breakup – I hate this part78

Pussycat Dolls – the breakup – I hate this part

Is it true? Are the Pussycat Dolls finally about to disband or will they reform? It’s the question that has been asked by everyone who loves this successful 5 girl, sorry 6 girl – hang on – no, a 1 girl band? Though not really a band, PCD are...

50 comments    music dolls pussycat dolls
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