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Posts posted by guyetrep
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I usually start with a short melodic phrase and a short lyric (hook line or title).
I use a ukulele or a strumstick to get a first melody.
Then I work on a master melody and 2 or 3 sub melodies.
I choose a key and work with both melodies and chords.
I usually work with melodic phrases that have 8 measures.
I use a worksheet to write down chords and notes.
Then I choose a structure:
will it be VCVCBC (verses, chorus and bridge)?
will it be AABA (verse, verse and bridge)? <--- my preference
will it be ABC (verse, lift, chorus) + D (if i need a bridge)?
Then I try to write some basic (or dummy) lyrics that match the melody.
After that, the real work begins:
I use a notation software (Melody Assistant)
to write and rewrite melodies, chords and lyrics
until I think it's okay for me.
The last thing that I fix is the lyrics.
I have a lot of fun doing this.
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Is There Really A Right Key To Your Song?
in Songwriting
Posted · Edited by guyetrep
The melody of a song is made with notes and chords.
By using a numbering system, you can apply any key to a song.
Example: Chord progression is
I, 6m, 2m, V7 with musical notes within each chord (1,3,5).
In the key of N= I, 6m, 2m, V7 (numbering system)
In the key of C= C, Am, Dm, G7
In the key of G= G, Em, Am, D7
In the key of D= D, Bm, Em, A7
In the key of A= A, F#m, Bm, E7
In the key of E= E, C#m, F#m, B7
In the key of F= F, Dm, Gm, C7
Have fun!