Melody in Songwriting
Tools and Techniques for Writing Hit Songs
Publisher: Berklee Press
Category: Reference
Series: Berklee Guide
Format: Softcover

Melody is a subject too often neglected in the teaching of music. This unique resource gives melody that attention it deserves, and proves that melody writing is a skill that can be learned. Through proven tool and techniques, you will learn to write interesting melodies, how melodic rhythm influences rhyme, what makes harmony progress, and the many dynamic relationships between melody and harmony. This clear and comprehensive approach to songwriting unlocks the secrets of popular songs, revealing what really makes them work. Examples of great songs by such notable songwriters as Lennon and McCartney, Diane Warren, Robert Palmer, and more, provide a close-up illustration of the songwriting techniques employed by these masters of the industry. This is the book used in Songwriting classes at Berklee College of Music. The exercises provided make it a wonderful self-teaching manual and a great addition to any general theory course of any level. Use the tools presented in this book to help fine-tune your craft and start writing hits!

Inventory # : 50449419
UPC: 73999494198
ISBN: 063400638X
Width: 9"
Length: 12"
Height: 0.445"
Product Weight: 1.4 lbs.
Number of Pages: 192