Authors: Larry McCabe
ISBN-13: 9780786650125, ISBN-10: 0786650125
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications, Inc.
Date Published: October 1999
Edition: BOOK & CD
In this easy to understand, "how to" book for any aspiring songwriter, Larry McCabe addresses a variety of concepts including: how to get started, how to write in different song forms, how to approach titles, themes and lyrics, the creation of a melody, utilization of various chords and chord progressions, finding the right chords for the melody, handling various rhythmic elements, creating a lead sheet and copyrighting the tune. Special features include a glossary, essential supplies for novice songwriters, master chord diagrams for keyboard and guitar and an index of recorded music. Includes stereo CD.