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Hello all, here's the second video in my popular three-part series, Sentence-Level Music. This seminar was initially behind a paywall, but I'm putting it out into the world for free because I think there are a lot of professionals out there—not only creative writers—who will benefit from listening in. Enjoy! *** In Part II of this three-part virtual lesson intended to increase your skill in sentence-level prose, we’ll begin with the surprisingly useful concept of the proposition as the basic building block of sentences. From there we’ll turn to building our skills in establishing sentence-level suspense, serial constructions, and the broadly underestimated power of cumulative syntax to capture the distilled meaning that is an essential characteristic of gripping prose. Brief writing exercises will help integrate our observations in the interest of harnessing the capabilities of the sentence to enrich and expand the range and musicality of our own writing. https://lnkd.in/e74Kawix

Musical Muses: How Different Music Genres Can Influence Writing Ever thought about how music can inspire your writing? Let's explore the power of musical muses!

Capture the bond between nature and music by writing a poem about wind as a song. Click the link to explore this writing prompt further → https://lnkd.in/gMJztGG6 #WritingPrompt #WritingPrompts #DraftSparks

Ghostwriting Hits The Secret Behind Popular Songs! 🎶 In the music industry, music artists sometimes seek help from ghostwriters to craft lyrics or tracks for their songs. Thus, a relationship forms where ghostwriters create lyrics or backings for songs, often anonymously. 🔹 Many of your favorite songs are penned by ghostwriters, not the performing artists. 🔸 Hits like “Umbrella” and “Baby One More Time” were initially turned down by some artists before becoming famous by others. 🔹 Ghostwriters in the music industry play a crucial role in creating timeless hits that we all love. "If you’re in the music industry, [fans] want you to keep making music. You can’t rely on your old successes, so ghostwriters come into play." — Zachary Barnes Love music and want to explore the world of songwriting? Connect with me! #30dayschallangewithLouisMbagwu #Tuesdaytips #Music #Ghostwriting #Lyrics #LinkedInforcreators

Thoughts on how music fits into my life and how I value the various genres within the art of music, and how it all came to be. #Music #hiphop #rap #countrymusic #selfdevelopment #writing

Songwriting is an essential component in the music-making process. The lyrics of a song help in knitting a story and make the melodies appear catchy, memorable, and unique. But these days, almost all songs seem to have engaging lyrics and have the potential to go viral. So how do you make a conscious effort to make your song stand out in the huge market?   In our latest blog article, we have covered 7 new ways you could freshen up your songwriting and engage with your audience better through your lyrical melodies. Switching Up Perspectives Writing Game Play with your Song Structure Inspiration from Art Forms Revisit Old Material Seek Feedback Music Theory Read our full article to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gDzVs8Qg

Usually when I tell people that I am a composer, they respond with “what does that mean, exactly?” For me, it’s a wide range activities that are all related to writing music. Here are the things that I do on a regular basis as a composer (and yes, I’d love to work with you if one of these projects fits your needs): - Custom Pieces. These come in the form of commissions, but also they are for sale on my website. I write mostly for choirs, church choir + orchestra, and classical chamber ensembles. - Arrangements. This is taking existing material and “arranging” it in a new way. For example, taking a classic hymn and arranging it for a church orchestra. - Orchestration. I’ll take a song that is already written and I’ll provide all of the additional instruments for it. This is particularly important in the church world, as each church has a different make up of their orchestra. - Editing. Taking a piece from good to great. I do this either for my own works, or for hire for other composers. - Engraving. This is editing the notation of a digital score so that it is ready to be sent to ensembles/performers. Again, I do this for my own scores, but also other composers. - Writing and recording my own songs. That one seems a little more self-explanatory There are plenty of other things I do (such as teaching and content creation), but these are all of the things that I do in regards to actually writing music. If you are a music minister, an ensemble director, or a composer who has need for one of these services, please let me know! I’d love to work with you. #musiccomposition #churchmusic #choir #chambermusic #composer #opentowork #collaboration

HOW THE STUDY OF LITERATURE HELPED ME IN MUSIC PRODUCTION? I am a self-taught musician. I don't have a school. I don't know any theory. But studying literary criticism helped me a lot in making music. How? 💜➡️ It taught me to read between the lines, to seek and find the hidden meaning of a text ⬅️💜 And by text, I don't mean just the written words. Because everything is a text. Every object, every phenomenon carries a piece of information, a certain message. For example: ✅ old house ✅ child's laughter ✅ scarred face ✅ abandoned bench They all speak.They all have a story to tell. Or these examples: ✅ whispering tree ✅ floating cloud ✅ swaying grass For many years, I had lovingly lost myself reading these types of texts, perceiving the depth of their message and applying the information gained in my own self-discovery. But when I realized that I don't do that so much nowadays, I got a bit sad: 🤔 Have I lost the gift of reading? 🤔 Have I been deprived of it? Not at all! It's all just turned around and taken a whole new dimension. I realized that in recent years I have inscribed the observed and experienced into what I enjoy the most. Music! I create melodies and construct chords. I compose songs that have that transcendence in them. I let my fingers speak, my voice sing. No words could ever convey that information, no matter how well written. Because the core message is in the energy. The energy of a note. That's why I like music so much. That's why music is my favorite book. The book of pure poetry. ⭐ Listen to it on my YouTube channel ⭐ Leave a like, subscription, comment ⭐ Support me by sharing this post And have a lovely day! 🥳 Daniel Sankh.Art | When Music Says It All #singersongwriter #musicproducer #originalmusic #literarycriticism #jazzpop

My doctoral dissertation is now available on the international thesis repository, ProQuest. Titled, "The Repertoire of John Beckwith for Solo Voice and Piano: An Interpretive and Pedagogical Guide," this thesis details the personal and professional history of John Beckwith, focusing on his education and his multi-faceted career, which includes academia, writing, and composition, all of which had a significant impact on the Canadian music scene. Through his song repertoire, this thesis reveals the evolution of his writing style, the timeline of his output, his interactions with poets, performers, and organizations, his compositional processes, his treatment of the text, voice and piano, and ultimately the values and pedagogical benefits of these important works.  This guide is also intended to assist voice teachers in assigning repertoire to their students, particularly voice teachers who may not be familiar with John Beckwith’s art song compositions (or other composers of the twentieth- and twenty-first centuries). Therefore, this guide includes the development of a grading rubric using the Criteria-Specific Rating Scale, which assesses the difficulty level of Beckwith’s forty-six songs for voice and piano, indicating the assigned difficulty rating – Easy, Easy-Moderate, Moderate, Moderate-Difficult, and Difficult.  This research is intended to contribute to Beckwith studies, Canadian studies, performance and voice studies, voice pedagogy, and musicology.  It took a long time to write, but the good news is, it doesn't take long to read :)  https://lnkd.in/gPc-5DUj . . And once again, thank you to everyone invloved in the process!!

🎶 Music and Mastery: The Versatile Songwriting Credentials of Pink Floyd 🎸 When it comes to crafting timeless music and transcending boundaries, few bands can match the artistic brilliance of Pink Floyd. Led by the exceptional talents of David Gilmour and Roger Waters, this legendary group redefined the art of songwriting in more ways than one. 1️⃣ Storytelling and Lyrical Depth: Gilmour and Waters were true maestros of lyrical storytelling. Their songs weren't just notes and melodies; they were immersive journeys into complex narratives and profound reflections. In a world of soundbites, they reminded us of the power of a well-crafted story. 2️⃣ Emotional Expression: The emotional resonance in Pink Floyd's music is unparalleled. Their ability to convey genuine feelings and experiences through their music is a masterclass in emotional expression. As songwriters, we can learn from their sincerity in connecting with the audience. 3️⃣ Experimentation and Innovation: Pink Floyd was never afraid to break musical conventions. Their fearless exploration of new sounds, structures, and technologies paved the way for innovation. Remember, pushing boundaries can lead to groundbreaking creations. 4️⃣ Melodic and Harmonic Excellence: David Gilmour's soulful guitar solos and the band's harmonies remain etched in our hearts. Let's not forget the importance of crafting captivating melodies and harmonies; they're the hooks that stay with us. 5️⃣ Concept Albums and Themes: The band's penchant for concept albums allowed them to take listeners on epic journeys. Consider weaving thematic concepts into your own songwriting—it adds depth and connects with your audience on a profound level. Collaboration was another key to their success. Just like Pink Floyd, seek out the wisdom and creativity of talented individuals who can elevate your work to new heights. So, here's to the enduring legacy of Pink Floyd—a testament to what happens when innovation, storytelling, and emotion converge in the world of songwriting. Let their versatile credentials inspire us to push the boundaries and make music that transcends time. 🎵🌟 #MusicInspiration #SongwritingJourney #PinkFloydMagic 🌟🎵 Photo by Aryo Yarahmadi on Unsplash