Songwriting method
Songwriting is complex, a methodical approach will help you write better songs
"I managed to finish a song in a day. That wouldn't have happened without this method."
Sarah
Musician
What is this recipe?
There are lots of ways to write a song but it helps to have a methodical approach that works. This recipe is a structured songwriting method based on the experience of professionals.
Four steps to a song
1. Understand songwriting
- The job of a songwriter
- Songwriting mindset
- Songwriting is an iterative process
- What makes a hit
- Where to start
2. Ideas and plans
- Find great song ideas
- Be audience centred
- Say it in a new way
- Collect the ingredients of success
3. Song layout
- Song forms
- The role of each section
- How to create contrast
4. How to...
- Write lyrics
- Write music
- Create contrast