You Can Teach Yourself Song Writing (Book + Online Audio)
In this easy to understand, "how to" book for any aspiring songwriter, Larry McCabe addresses a variety of concepts including: how to get started, how to write in different song forms, how to approach titles, themes and lyrics, the creation of a melody, utilization of various chords and chord progressions, finding the right chords for the melody, handling various rhythmic elements, creating a lead sheet and copyrighting the tune. Special features include a glossary, essential supplies for novice songwriters ...more
Product Number:
94823M
Format:
Book + Online Audio
Skill Level:
Beginning
Pages:
120
Binding:
Squareback Saddle Stitched
Size:
8.75 x 11.75
ISBN:
0-7866-9423-8
ISBN13:
978-07866-9423-5
Series:
You Can Teach Yourself
Publisher:
Mel Bay Publications, Inc.
Date Published:
1/1/2016
In this easy to understand, "how to" book for any aspiring songwriter, Larry McCabe addresses a variety of concepts including: how to get started, how to write in different song forms, how to approach titles, themes and lyrics, the creation of a melody, utilization of various chords and chord progressions, finding the right chords for the melody, handling various rhythmic elements, creating a lead sheet and copyrighting the tune. Special features include a glossary, essential supplies for novice songwriters, master chord diagrams for keyboard and guitar and an index of recorded music. Includes access to online stereo audio.
Angel Band      
Backporch Blues      
Barbara Allen      
By The Light Of The Moon      
Careless Love      
Down At Les' Place      
Frankie And Johnnie      
Michael (With Chords)      
Molly Malone      
Mountains Of Mourne      
Scarborough Fair      
Seventh Avenue      
Sloop John B.      
Swing Low, Sweet Chariot      
The Riddle Song      
Wildwood Flower      
 
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Series: You Can Teach Yourself
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