Sunday, March 31, 2013

Song Writing Workshop @ 30 March 2013

What I have laearnt from IndiePG?

A. Lyric Writing
Should contains elements such as:
-a story
-a topical song/ seasonal song
-an imaginary
-a repetitive line
-lyrical hook
-rhythm & rhyme
For reference, please refer to:
"Dear God" link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyYazI3B09A,
"Bless The Broken Road" link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZp6pmgbZyU
"Seasons of Love" link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HcSDli-Byn8
"Bleeding Love" link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HcSDli-Byn8

B.Melody Writing
-write chorusin the first place
-find correct tune
-find right key and range for performers

C.Chord Pallate
-function as colour and feel
-function of major chord
-function of minor chord
-family keys and chord sequence
-right progression

D.Software
-Garageband
-Logic Pro
-FL Studio
-Live Ableton
-Guitar Pro
-Sonar
-QuBase

E.Demo Recording
-right key, tempo, chord and SIMPLE

So, what are you waiting for? Do you have any inspiration to write English love song?

By Zi Xun

Friday, March 29, 2013

Creative Song Writing & Music Technology

Want to gain knowledge on Composing? This is the chance!
Admission: Free
Description:
Want to write your own songs and make a record? Join me on the process of songwriting. We will discover the art of lyric writing, interpretation and how to sing it, putting it together with the band and producing it on the recording software.