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ISBN-10 :  1119675669 

ISBN-13 :  9781119675662

Author : Jim Peterik 

Proven techniques for songwriting success This friendly, hands-on guide tackles the new face of the recording industry, guiding you through the shift from traditional sales to downloads and mobile music, as well as how you can harness social media networks to get your music “out there.” You get basic songwriting concepts, insider tips and advice, and inspiration for writing — and selling — meaningful, timeless songs. Songwriting 101 — get a grip on everything you need to know to write a song, from learning to listen to your “inner voice” to creating a “mood” and everything in between Jaunt around the genres — discover the variety of musical genres and find your fit, whether it’s rock, pop, R&B, gospel, country, or more Let the lyrics out — master the art of writing lyrics, from finding your own voice to penning the actual words to using hooks, verses, choruses, and bridges Make beautiful music — find your rhythm, make melodies, and use chords to put the finishing touches on your song Work the Web — harness online marketing and social networks like Facebook, Twitter, and others to get your music heard by a whole new audience Open the book and find: What you need to know before you write a single note Tips on finding inspiration Ways to use poetic devices in lyrics Computer and Web-based shortcuts and technologies to streamline songwriting A look at famous songwriting collaborators Writing for stage, screen, and television How to make a demo to get your song heard Advice on how to make money from your music   Songwriting For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9781119675655) was previously published as Songwriting For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9780470615140). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product.

Songwriting Für Dummies 2nd Table of contents

Part 1: So You Want to Be a Songwriter
Chapter 1: Capturing That Solid-Gold Nugget
Ground Zero — Before You Write a Single Note
Drip, Drip, Drop: The Six-Step Process
Pay Attention: Stop, Look, and Listen
On-the-Go Tools of the Trade for Recording and Organizing
Practice Makes Perfect
Chapter 2: Looking at the Genres: From Country to Rock and Everything in Between
Creating Your Own Style: The Singer-Songwriter
Looking for Mainstream Success: Commercial Appeal
Seeking a Road Less Travelled: Other Notable Genres
Practice Makes Perfect
Chapter 3: Working It Out: Getting Your Song into Shape
Talking Shop about Song Form
Dealing with Verses
The Verse-Chorus Form
Practice Makes Perfect
Part 2: Unleashing the Lyricist in You
Chapter 4: Snagging Your Listeners with a Hook
Stocking Your Tackle Box with Hooks
The use of different types of hooks in one song
Having the Right Mindset When Working with Hooks
Practice Makes Perfect
Chapter 5: Making an Impact with Lyrics
Getting to Know the Different Lyric Types
Practice Makes Perfect
Chapter 6: Finding Your Voice in the Lyrics
Writing a Great Lyric
Finding the Format for Your Lyrics
Moving Beyond Format to Sound
Using Poetic Devices in Lyrics
Practice Makes Perfect
Chapter 7: Using Rhymes in Your Songs
Identifying the Rhyme
Using Other Rhyming Techniques in Your Song
To Rhyme or Not to Rhyme?
Practice Makes Perfect
Part 3: Creating Memorable Music
Chapter 8: Feel the Rhythm, Feel the Ride
Looking at the Rhythm of Words
Looking at the Meter of Music
Putting Rhythm and Meter to Use in Your Songs
Songwriting with Syncopation
Practice Makes Perfect
Chapter 9: Making Melody Magic
Exploring the Basics of Melodies in Music
Making a Song More Memorable
Practice Makes Perfect
Chapter 10: Using Chords in Songwriting
Using Chords to Write Songs
Choosing Your Style of Chordal Instruments
Practice Makes Perfect
Chapter 11: The Cheating Side of Town: Shortcuts and Cool Technologies
Creating Songs Quicker, Better, Easier
Discovering Songwriting Software
Recording in Your Own Home Studio
Old School vs. Home Schooled
Part 4: Cooperation, Collaboration, and Community
Chapter 12: Bringing Talent Together: Collaboration and Networking
Finding Your Strengths and Weaknesses
Seeking the Chemistry of Collaborative Songwriting
Dividing Up the Credits
Looking at Famous Songwriting Collaborations
Networking for Songwriters
Attending Seminars, Workshops, Conferences, and Symposiums
Practice Makes Perfect
Chapter 13: Online Marketing and Social Networking for Songwriters
Playing Internet Roulette
Finding Friends and Building Your Social Networking Community
Putting “Social Skills” into Networking
Chapter 14: Writing for the Stage, Screen, Television, and More
Songwriting for Film
Songwriting for Television
Songwriting for Commercials
Songwriting for Video Games
Songwriting for Musicals
Practice Makes Perfect
Chapter 15: Getting Your Songs Heard: Making the Demo
Evaluating Your Options
Paying Attention to Details
Picking the Players
Making an Arrangement
Recording the Demo
Packaging the Demo
Sending that Baby Out!
Part 5: Getting Down to Business
Chapter 16: Creating Goals and Meeting Deadlines
Creating Goals
Meeting Deadlines
Practice Makes Perfect
Chapter 17: Ka-Ching: How Your Song Makes Money
Forecasting Financials
Joining a Performing Rights Organization
Knowing What Happens When Your Songs Hit the Streets
Using Digital Distribution to Your Advantage
Using Your Songs to Sell Products
Making Money in the Movies
Having Video Games Pay to Play
Chapter 18: Introducing the Business Players
Putting Together Your Winning Team
First Things First: Getting an Attorney on Your Side
Weighing Your Publishing Options
Considering an Independent Song Plugger
Using a Manager or an Agent
You’re in the Money: Hiring an Accountant or a Business Manager
Chapter 19: Looking at the Legal End: Dealing with Paperwork
Legal Deals: Creating Win-Win Contracts
Protecting Your Songs with Copyrights
Filling in the Blanks and Being Organized
Part 6: The Part of Tens
Chapter 20: Ten Songs You Should Know
“Hey Jude”
“Bohemian Rhapsody”
“What’s Going On”
“Yesterday”
“God Only Knows”
“Imagine”
“Satisfaction”
“I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For”
“Like a Rolling Stone”
“Somewhere Over the Rainbow”
Chapter 21: Ten Common Song-Related Contracts You Should Know
Single-Song Agreement
Exclusive Songwriting Agreement (ESA)
Copyright Assignment
Co-Publishing Agreement
Administration Agreement
Sub-Publishing Agreement
Performing Rights Society Affiliation Agreement
Mechanical License
Synchronization License
Digital Licenses

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