How to Arrange a Cover Song for Your Instrument
New to performing cover versions of songs? Here are some starter tips for arranging a cover in your preferred instrument and style!
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8 Ways to Turn a Cover Version Into Something Original
How do you decide which songs fit your style, brand, or voice, and how do to make your version unique from the original? Find out here.
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How to Write an Award-Winning Film Score
The composer behind the award-winning music from the short film, The Nobody Prayer, lays out his 7 simple keys to success.
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What Song Has Been Played Most on Your Phone?
In Episode 57 of Themes & Variation, Carter and Mahea discuss “The Most Played Song on My Phone” with LA-based songwriter Dominique Marie.
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An Organic Process: Can Songs Really Write Themselves?
Can songs write themselves or do they need to be forced into existence more often than not? Here are some thoughts on enhancing organic flow.
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Collaborative Songwriting: A Quick and Dirty Introduction to Using Split Sheets
Don’t let a “handshake agreement” destroy your chances of collecting royalties on a song that goes viral. Here’s how to protect yourself.
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What Are Your Favorite Short Songs?
In Ep. 53 of Themes and Variation, Soundfly’s podcast panel discusses “Short Songs” with NYC-based singer and songwriter Tasha Solomita.
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On the Underappreciated Achievements of Otis Blackwell
The tragic story of hit songwriter Otis Blackwell’s talent is a cautionary tale, but his legacy of songs lives on today in the Hall of Fame.
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Why Making Playlists Can Help You Write New Songs
A unique and underrated way to jog yourself out of a creative rut and open up new possibilities in your songwriting (plus, it’s tons of fun).
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Themes and Variation: Odd Time Songs (Episode 51)
Soundfly’s Themes and Variation turns 50! So for some reason, to celebrate, our lowly panel discusses songs related to the number “50!”
