On the heels of her new Splice sample pack, songwriter Alex Winston shares her advice for songwriting ideation and arranging.
The Lyrical Genius of Chuck Berry
In this Guest OpEd, we explore the plethora of ways Chuck Berry tackled race and societal issues with humor and relatability in his lyrics.
Student Spotlight: Isa Vidal on Accepting Her Shadows and Dancing With Her Ghosts
In the latest edition of Student Spotlight, we hear from hybrid songwriter and photographer Isa Vidal about her new single and its message.
What Backstreet Boys Can Teach Us About Lyric Writing Fundamentals
In this lesson, courtesy of Soundfly’s The Music of Boy Bands, we uncover the fundamental lyric techniques that make this hit song tick.
3 Ways to Grip Your Listeners With Opening Lines
In today’s music landscape, attention spans are at an all-time low. Grab your listener’s attention right away with lyrical immediacy.
A Guide to Getting Music Production Clients
We asked our friends at Notetracks to provide a handy beginner’s guide to getting new clients for music work if you’re just starting out.
A Brief History of Boy Band Music (Video)
In this lesson, courtesy of Soundfly’s The Music of Boy Bands, author Maria Sherman reveals the history and origin of the “boy band” sound.
Student Spotlight: Lina Farah (of Naheli) on Telling Her Own Story Through Song
In this very special edition of Student Spotlight, we chat with the woman behind Naheli, an Egyptian-German pop group making waves.
The Problem With “Perfect” Practice
How to use deliberate practice and take comfort in mistakes, so that you don’t fall into the trap of expecting perfection when learning.
The Cutting Edge: 10 Film Scores That Push the Boundaries of Composition
Today we take a look at 10 essential scores that changed the game for what roles and responsibilities composers take to bring a film to life.