tag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:/blogs/music-for-songwriters-blog?p=2Music for Songwriters Blog2023-02-24T16:02:25+01:00Music For Songwritersfalsetag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/71599952023-02-24T16:02:25+01:002023-10-16T16:44:31+02:00How can I get topliner jobs?<p>Hi,<br><br>I`m a songwriter who wants to try out toplining for other artists. How do I start?</p>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/859712022-09-27T05:08:13+02:002023-12-10T18:02:09+01:00A Recording Studio On Your Laptop <div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSSblJgkLrgbKCXInITBmtojivZi9mkZNrPXi98XI_F_s0PpVs&t=1&usg=__IrMGQB8rh_mt9UN7Ka8VARqA9fM=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
<p>Did you ever want your own recording studio, but always thought that this was just not possible given your budget? Indeed, many of the extra accessories are simply too expensive for the average starving musician, such as microphones, tracking material, speakers, sound-proofing. Fortunately, with today’s computer technology, much of the extra heavyweight equipment has become for the most part outdated. With today’s technology it’s now much easier to have a recording studio at home—with sounds that often match some of the best studios—simply by turning on your laptop, plugging in a cheap microphone and headset, and turning on the guitar.<br><br>There are many reasons why having your own recording studio is really accessible today. First of all, a lot of the software out there is often free to download and try, which allows you the possibility to first test different programs before you actually buy one, which means you can try out different features until you find the right music production software to suit your own interests and style. There is also the fact that much of the software is fairly easy to use, even for the computer ‘dummy’, and for those who really have a hard time, software often comes with easy to use help contents and manuals.<br><br>Some other great advantages of home recording on the laptop is definitely the fact that you can record multiple tracks and store it easily as a file, and thus when it comes to making your own music and distributing it, having a digital music recording is the best way to get your music out there for others to hear. If you simply want others to get to know you, you could post your music on websites for others to download and listen to, and thus become famous over night! Well, at least, that’s the idea.<br><br>Another reason to look into computer software for recording is the fact that you also don’t need a top of the line laptop in order to use it, since much of the software today is really quite simple while still combining some very necessary features for musicians. A lot of the software will even run on those old dinosaur models you keep in your basement (and no, I don’t mean your commodore).<br><br>With much of the software out there, there is also the added feature of music instruction for those among you who are just starting to get into the art of making music or simply taking some extra time to enjoy what you hope to be a long lasting hobby. Using music software is a great way to record your own music, to listen to yourself and rate your progress, and many programs come equipped with different instrumental sounds and beats, from violins to flutes, violas to drums, there are thousands of options and variations for the interests of each individual musician.<br><br>In the end, whether you’re an experienced musician who is tired of paying large fees for less than adequate recording studios, or you’re just starting to get into the groove, you might want to consider looking into the cheap solution, and turn your laptop into a recording studio. Whether for creating music from scratch or for fine tuning your recordings with audio mastering software, the way to go today is definitely digital. Doing so, you’ll find that your laptop has a lot more character than you originally thought!</p>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/67834832021-10-22T09:20:37+02:002022-09-14T09:39:55+02:00All the things you see<p><strong>All the things you see</strong></p>
<p>When you are a musician playing in bars, nightclubs and company events - you see lots of things you are not supposed to see. This includes people of the higher classes of society. And most times you meet them they are at their most vulnerable ; when they`re drunk. And after a while, you become friends with them. But you only see them when they are drunk. Is there a problem here?<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/42302/ea31fd7572cae41cf20ceb9554886c673528cd28/original/3h8a5193.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJjb250ZW50LnNpdGV6b29nbGUuY29tIn0=/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_left border_" /></p>
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<p><br><span class="font_small">Guitarplayer Robert Wilhelmsen & Bassplayer Gordon Hauge also love music. Just have a look!</span></p>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/65943182021-04-05T05:52:47+02:002021-06-11T17:28:31+02:00Should artists proclaim their faith?<p>Many artists have been reluctantly hesitant to express their views on life, the afterlife and other personal issues. But why should we hide our faith? What are we afraid of? Is it better to wrap it in like lyrics in music? </p>
<p>Some claim artists will sell or stream less, if they proclaim their faith. This is because they risk losing all their fans that believe in something else. </p>
<p>By hiding it in the lyrics, people of all faiths and beliefs might become fans of their music.</p>
<p>It is written : <em>"Be wise as serpents and harmless as doves"</em>.</p>
<p>That`s not as easy as we might think.</p>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/64780502020-11-15T06:40:01+01:002022-02-11T13:01:47+01:00Mike Hill - The Prototype of a Pop/Rock-Star<p> </p>
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<p><strong>Don`t you just love it when an underdog rises against all odds and beats the whole established kabush? </strong></p>
<p>Nobody in the record business has given Mike Hill a chance yet. Although he was very close to be given a fully-fledged record deal with his first band in Watford called "Berlin". This was in the 70`s and the record company had their sight on two competing bands, "Berlin" and a half decent progrockband. Sadly, the deal went to the progrockers. Maybe it was because of their strange bandname. They were called "Yes". </p>
<p>After this he joined the "Paul Townsend Band", the brother of The Who-guitarist Pete Townsend. </p>
<p>A few years went by and he got a little bit tired of all the rock n roll, so he teamed up as a bassplayer in a jazztrio. They became the houseband in a pub in London called "The Golden Gloves", where international celebrity Rod Stewart used to come up on stage and sing a few songs with them every now and then.<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/42302/9fb72a0d626e0d0954e0e2d5b760a67d698462a6/original/m34.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_none" alt="Perhaps one of Mike`s biggest fans - celebrity Rod Stewart" /> </p>
<p>He found that 2-3 years of performing jazzmusic were more than enough, so he completely changed environment by moving overseas to Harstad in the north of Norway. First he was working as a butcher killing sheep, but lo and behold, they luckily had musicians up in the dark cold as well. So he started playing bass in a danceband called "Cruise", who had their own big tourbus and a massive PA-rig. Not long after, the other bandmates heard him singing in the shower and he was instantly upgraded to vocalist. </p>
<p>Eventually, all good things come to an end, and Mike moved to Kristiansand (south of Norway) after being invited to play bass for songwriter & artist Peter Mason. Peter had written songs to celebrities like the Bee Gees and others.</p>
<p>This gave him a chance to put a rockband together, so he found the best musicians at the music conservatory and named the band "M16". This was in the late eighties and noone had ever heard a band rock like this before. But they never released any material, so nothing big really happened there either. </p>
<p>The band dissolved due to work and whatnot, so he found a keyboardplayer named Bjørn Karlrud and formed the duo "B&M", which became very popular at the time. After this, he teamed up with me (Jan Helge Nes) and the duo "Excess" was born. We toured the south of Norway for many years and played in all kinds of places, from small pubs to big festivals. Yes, we even warmed up for Slade and Nazareth at the Classic Rock Festival in Sandnes, Norway. </p>
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<p>It`s now more than 25 years ago since I met Mike. He has moved to Sandnes (westcoast), but we are still very good friends and it feels overwhelmingly wonderful to finally release "Be a Star" to the public. The very first time I heard it was just after I`d met him. It was on a party/nachspiel after we had finished a gig somewhere. I was truly impressed by his amazing performance, but I honestly didn`t believe him when he told me he had written it all by himself. I thought he was playing an english hit or something I hadn`t heard before. So I told him that I would like to produce it, but that I needed better studio equipment to be able to do a decent job. </p>
<p>The first recordings started in 1995 and stopped in 2009/2010 (due to my health problems), so there is no lack of music material in our precious archive. </p>
<p>Mike is one of the most gifted songwriters and music entertainers I have ever known. His stage performance is simply unequalled and I have always thought of him as The Prototype of a pop/rock-star. He has done various TV-performances and obviously experienced a lot of an artist`s life, but he has never become famous. (Edit : Well, he actually has become famous, it`s just that almost nobody knows about it yet). </p>
<p>Please listen to the song and support him if you like it or if you want to help him reach his goal. </p>
<p>Help Mike finally become a star - visit his <a contents="The Legendary Mike Hill - Official Artist Page on Facebook" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/TheLegendaryMikeHill" target="_blank">artistpage</a>, listen to "Be a star" and hit share and like everywhere!!! </p>
<p>Thank you. <br> </p>
<p>All the best, </p>
<p>Jan Helge Nes <br>Music For Songwriters (founder) </p>
<p> </p>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/59027642019-09-24T02:05:13+02:002021-04-16T16:17:56+02:00Internet - The Anarchy Evolves<p>Yes, yes yes - the internet keeps evolving. What else is new?<br><br>Nothing special. But we need to get our minds wrapped around the fact that it is NOT impossible to make a living out of writing and producing songs and music, if you learn how to control just a little part of it. </p>
<p>But first you need to understand how it works. And that is not a minor task. Especially when it is in constant change, hereby evolving. So - what CAN you do to prepare yourself and take the first steps into the new reality? <br><br>Whatever you do - please don`t stop making music. We can never get too much of good music. But I need to reiterate ; <strong>good </strong>music. There is no room for mediocre music anymore (if it has ever been). Be professional and if you know there is something wrong or even just feel there is a glitch somewhere - react and fix it. If you don`t, it will haunt you for the rest of your life. Small details may decide whether it will become a hit or not. If you don`t believe me, please read the story behind the norwegian trio A-ha`s blockbuster hit "Take on me". <br><br>Small things matter - even in an everchanging anarchy like the internet.<br><br>Always try to be the best version of yourself. But please don`t fake it. You still need to be you.</p>
<p>Good luck!<br><br> </p>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/52625882018-05-29T06:03:48+02:002022-05-25T15:11:10+02:00Why do you write songs?<p>There are many reasons to write a song, but let`s narrow it down to 2 main why`s :</p>
<p>1.Emotional reasons (f.ex you feel there is something/a feeling you need to get out of your chest)<br>2.To become famous and/or make money</p>
<p>Are we saying its wrong to write music to make money or to become famous? No, not at all.</p>
<p>However, we believe it is <strong>easier </strong>to become successful if you put your true feelings behind it.</p>
<p>Thats all, folks.</p>
<p>Happy songwriting!</p>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/52344202018-05-15T04:07:19+02:002023-12-10T17:47:00+01:00What is a good song?<p>Aha, so you`ve just finished writing a song and feel very ecstatic and happy about it. This must surely be what everybody will love to listen to, right?</p>
<p>Unfortunately, no. That is not how it works. And you know it.</p>
<p>So what is it that makes a song good, or even better, great? The socalled "experts" might have discussed this issue since the birth of Adam, but they never seem to agree with eachother. Some say its the melody that makes it great, while others argue that the lyrics are most important. Then you`ve got the audiophiles, who prefer to listen to what sounds best on their own hifi-system / the best recordings, technically speaking. Another important group is the dancers, where the name speaks for itself, who "needs a beat that trigger the feet" - you must be able to dance to it. Then theres the genre-lovers who only listen to their type of music style, like jazz, country, metal, opera, pop, classical etc.</p>
<p>But we here at Music For Songwriters got our own conclusion on what makes a good song : All and nothing.</p>
<p>In other words, there is no way to make up a recipe on how to make good songs. Its too personal for each and everyone of us.</p>
<p>So dont be afraid of doing things you have never done before when it comes to songwriting. </p>
<p>Our goal is to create various types of backing tracks that inspires you to make good songs.</p>
<p>Happy songwriting!</p>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/606342013-01-24T19:57:23+01:002020-08-13T08:00:10+02:00How to remember your idea - record it everywhere<u>You must record your idea onto something before you forget it.</u> (Or write it down if you know how.)<br><br>
But the most important thing is not how good quality recorder you have got, <i>but that you have got one available</i>.<br><br>
There will always be a studio around to record it in later, with better quality and all of that, but your idea will get lost if you don`t save it.<br><br>
You can use anything from an old laptop to your mobile phone, as long as it got a built in microphone.<br><br>
When inspiration comes calling - record it everywhere!<br><br><br><br>
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Music Bands: Bridging the Gap<br><br>
There was a time when all music bands tended to stay in their home country, particularly those who were non-American. The impact of smaller, more alternative bands being able to present their music to the world has been huge! Suddenly, anyone can buy a cd of music from India, Russia, or Japan, without having to even travel to the country.<br><br>
When music bands first began to cross borders, they usually did so with countries similar to their own. A West German band might play in East Germany, for example, or a Canadian band would do a tour in the US or England and vice versa. While still sharing, it was limited. Then came the international tours, where one band would perform in dozens of countries around the world and the music created a link between them all.<br><br>
Now, you`ll find that singers, musicians and entire music bands are able to perform in nearly any country, no matter their origin. It`s a huge leap forward for a world that was once so full of racism and fear of other cultures. Now, cultures can share between themselves and are the richer for it. Cds, mp3s and other forms of music have spread this multicultural message around the world and people are discovering entirely new genres of music that they never even knew existed, yet hold a powerful message.<br><br>
Borders are inconsequential when it comes to music. The internet has basically created a potential link between every single country in the world, but with language barriers, there are still issues to be faced when sharing information. That`s why music and anything artistic is so important. Watching a video on YouTube that is set to music, rather than words, conveys the same message to anyone who watches it, no matter where they might live or what language is their mother tongue. Music and art can reach everyone.<br><br>
Art: Combining with Music<br><br>
Artistic endeavors such as drawing, painting, sculpting and animation have always been methods of communicating between two people who had no language in common. Museums have known this for a long time and frequently present foreign art in their shows, creating interesting attractions and exposing entire countries to new talent and cultures.<br><br>
However, while art and music are wonderful on their own, there’s nothing as powerful as the two combined. We’ve seen it time and time again, where art is set to music to create something that is so much more than either of the two parts.<br><br>
In many cases, the music is what inspired the visual art. Many sculptors listen to music as they work, allowing the creativity of the compositions flow through them and into their sculpture. The same goes for painters, who often have a favorite music band that they listen to when working on a painting. It’s a powerful medium to work with and just listening to it can help artists create more incredible works of art. Then again, sometimes music and art simply flow together to tell a story, a tale that the world can enjoy without having to understand English, or French, or Russian, because music truly is a universal language and when combined with visual art, it provides a method of conveying your message, whatever it is, to the masses.<br><br>
How We Use Music and Art<br><br>
A huge number of people who use the Internet use it to view videos. That means the potential for creating a video that is pure art and music and having it seen around the world is huge. People love the combination and when there is no language barrier, that means the video will often be sent to friends and family around the globe, turning it into a viral message that passes over borders without fail.<br><br>
While the Internet has made it very possible to share visual art and music with anyone, there are more mainstream methods, as well. Children`s choirs, for example, are one way that we have enjoyed musical art from other countries. It’s not uncommon for concerts and music videos from many countries to be played on one television channel. Even museums usually incorporate some form of background music into their cultural displays, making them that much more powerful. It’s impossible not to feel something as you gaze at Genghis Khan`s armor in a museum display and hear the same sort of music that he would have heard, or view a Hindu funeral pyre while listening to Indian music. It evokes an emotional response that makes what we are looking at that much more important and real to us.<br><br>
This isn’t just true of things in a museum. You will find that emotional responses can be garnered even from more abstract images and music. It’s the combination that works to create a new feeling, to pass something from the creator of the piece to the listening viewer.<br><br>
Whether mainstream or independent, music and visual art have spanned the globe and reached millions of people, bringing nations together under a love of all that is musical and artistic. It`s been a way to blend cultures and expose people to new ones and the combination of music and art has turned our world into a place that is much smaller and much friendlier than ever before in history.<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/864342010-10-12T22:00:00+02:002020-10-10T09:48:05+02:00For the Love of Guitars<div style="text-align: left;">
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For the adoration of guitars in its emergence within the world of music; people have travelled a long way to find its beautiful sound. Hearing and sight are a couple of the senses triggered by the music coming from the strumming of the strings. Many cultures look forward to the reinvention of the guitar's orchestration in a new piece of music.<br><br>
The Acoustic guitar is one of the most familiar pieces in this family of instruments. The body is hollowed out and the strings are generally made of nylon. It is favored by artists who want to convey a sensual and earthy sound. This particular type is the original of the group and has been used for over a thousand years.<br><br>
A more modern version of this device would be the electric guitar-it was introduced to the world in the 1930's. The body was initially hollow until further research revealed that a solid frame produced a better performance. Its sounds rely on the support of an amplifier which electronically manipulates the sound. This electrical unit has had a profound influence on popular culture. Classical, Reggae, and Rock music are just a few of the genres that rely on guitars to solidify their niche.<br><br>
Making sounds to convey a specific message or emotional feeling is the foundation that aids in the development of music. There are some natural resources like sticks and rocks that create sounds that are specifically generated to make people dance. Other familiar objects like spoons and beans in a bowl are utilized to help people explore the possibilities.<br><br>
Scientist and musicians have similar practices in their approach to research and discovery. Their commitment to finding the next big thing requires a great deal of creativity and persistence. They have a skill for identifying new angles and formulas to adjust the limits of what they know. A scientist might be searching for a specific cure while the musician is trying to inspire the feeling of the process. There are some sections in the world where consumers believe that music brings healing to life.<br><br>
Not many people can remember their very first encounter with rhythmic sounds. However, most can recall certain events in their lives where the music defined their experience. The importance of sound makes its way into the planning processes of weddings, birthday parties, coming of age ceremonies and so much more.<br><br>
For the love of guitars musical scholars continue to explore new territories to expand the lives of others. Goals have been identified and fantasies have been achieved with the support of music. The artists who have honed the craft of this instrument inspire the intellectual and emotional advancement of mankind.<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/863292010-10-11T21:55:00+02:002020-10-29T12:08:18+01:00Simple Steps towards a Successful Career in the Music Business <div style="text-align: left;">
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A successful career in the Music Business is something that many people dream about. Unfortunately, this dream comes true only for a small number of people. But things have changed a great deal in the music industry over the past ten years. With the emergence of the Internet and the numerous technical advances that we have witnessed, things are a lot different now in this industry. Business models have changed and so have the ways of recording, distributing and marketing music. The digital music revolution that we are now experiencing has opened the doors for those of you who wish to Create Your Own Record Label or embark on a Music Business Career. If you are one of those people who want to make a name for themselves in the music industry, but are still waiting for a major breakthrough, you should keep reading. This article will reveal some valuable information on how to have that successful music career that you are dreaming of.<br><br>
Music careers seem an impossible goal for many aspiring artists. For instance, a talented and passionate hip hop artist will most likely find it impossible to have a successful music career unless he or she has a very good starting point. No matter how talented or determined you may be, unless you know where to start, you have very poor chances of getting somewhere. And this starting point means good hip hop industry music contacts and professional assistance from a good hip hop music producer. A reputable music and entertainment consultancy company can point you in the right direction. Their experienced music industry professionals work with major record companies and handle numerous well-known acts each year. They have the necessary experience and connections to provide you with a comprehensive list of contacts and to set you on the right track to hip hop beat production and a successful career.<br><br>
A career in the music industry does not necessarily require musical talent or a great voice. You can be a successful songwriter, manager, promoter, producer or marketer. Irrespective of the kind of music job that you aspire to, you need professional guidance through the entrepreneurial process of setting up your own business venture. Record label start up can be a very challenging task if you know very little about how things work. But if you are guided through this process, you will find that creating a successful record label is an attainable goal. A good music business plan guide will make your dream come true in no time.<br><br>
The music industry offers many opportunities for stardom and fame, even if your talent has got nothing to do with performing live on stage. If you are passionate about music, there are many music jobs that can make you famous and successful. If your dream is to be in the music industry, in areas such as promoting, marketing or production, you need a sound music business plan guide plan, professional assistance through the entrepreneurial process and access to a comprehensive list of industry contacts.<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/861532010-10-08T20:35:00+02:002023-12-10T20:23:50+01:00Where Did the Music Video Come from <div style="text-align: left;"><img src="//t3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSug6czoNzVy1x6RPWWANXU0O6iaT1PlQ3T3Eiok1AfdnIlrlA&t=1&usg=__wcTXL_GAnvcJBFyiH-StvMEFWYo=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
<p><br>Although the first music video ever broadcasted was ‘Video Killed the Radio Star’ played by MTV in 1981, some consider the music video to be much older than that year. It seems that the film Alexander Nevsky, directed by Sergei Eisenstein in 1938 had some extended images of battles which had been choreographed by Sergei Prokofiev. These new scenes were so innovative that they have lately been considered to be the first music video.<br><br>Apparently, the music video is even much older than these innovative scenes. The 1911 Alexander Scriabin’s symphony – Prometheus: Poem of Fire was written for orchestra and ‘light organ’. Oskar Fischinger’s animated movies were considered to be other ancestors of the music video as they were called ‘visual music’ and they were equipped with orchestral scores.<br><br>Max Fleischer’s short cartoons were also considered to be attempts of a music video. He created a new type of cartoons, the sing-along cartoons which he called Screen Songs. These short cartoons were inviting the public to sing along to famous songs at that time. Few years later, in the 1930s, these cartoons were changed; they displayed the musicians singing their hit songs in front of the camera in a live-action show.<br><br>Walt Disney also contributed to the music video evolution through his ‘Silly Symphonies’ which were based on musical pieces. The Warner Brothers cartoons were also created around songs. But the most popular videos were the live music concerts, performing popular singers, videos which were displayed in theatres.<br><br>Bessie Smith’s dramatized performance of a song was another attempt to make a music video. This performance consisted in a short film named Saint Louis Blues. It was very popular and it had been played in theatres for more than 3 years. She wasn’t the only musician that appeared in short musical materials. Many musicians liked the idea and started shooting their own materials. Music historian Donald Clarke considers that Louis Jordan’s strange feature film Lookout is the official ancestor of the music video.<br><br>In conclusion, it seems that the first music video issue is still a controversial subject. The important thing that needs to be noted is that the music video is by far much older than the television which made it famous: MTV.</p>16:19Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/861522010-10-08T20:25:00+02:002022-01-11T15:45:02+01:00Making Music: Swaying The Crowd With Your Tracks<div style="text-align: left;"><img 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Your parents may never forgive you for your career choice but being a Disc Jockey is a great way to make a living. If you have a passion for music and can build a great rapport with the crowd, DJ’ing might just be your calling. Think about all the advantages you will be enjoying if you choose to take it up as a regular job.<br><br>
Advantage No.1: You will still be able to maintain and manage a Full-time job. Most DJ’s play at night, since the hottest spot for action, the clubs are busier during nighttime. As a result you can work wherever you like during the day and then finally head off to the club and end the day on a musical note.<br><br>
Advantage No.2: The job pays handsomely, and for almost no effort on your part. If you are a music enthusiast, playing good tracks and making them sound better should be a cakewalk for you.<br><br>
Advantage No.3: Total freedom in your work zone and an equal amount of space to help spread your creative wings. DJ’ing ensures a quick and easy flow of money. Gigs are popular and thus most DJ’s make money hand on fist. With the cash flow taken care of you can easily try out new things to suit your own creative taste.<br><br>
Advantage No.4: Whether you are playing at a club or at a wedding you will be getting oodles of those complimentary drinks and food items constantly, so party on Bro.<br><br>
If DJ’ing sounds like your cup of tea, here are a few pointers: Begin by broadening your musical horizon. As a DJ you will be expected to play a lot of music, many of which may not suit your personal taste. To equip yourself for this challenge get your hands on all the popular music you possibly can.<br><br>
As you probably know not all music works on the dance floor. Decide what is to be your force, is it Trance that you specialize in? Or is it Hip-Hop? Are you eager to experiment with funk? Or rap?<br><br>
For anyone looking to be a DJ, good music recording software is a must. A number of top DJ’s also have his or her own recording studios but this is obviously not an option for everybody. If you do have access to a recording studio however, do make good use of it.<br><br>
Now, the rest of your requirements will depend on whether you are looking to be placed in a disco or a club or whether you choose to be mobile. Mobile DJs play for various events such as high school reunions, parties, socials, proms, weddings, private parties etc. They usually carry their sound recordings in some preferred medium, such as MP3, midi file etc. on compact discs or vinyl records or in MP3 compatible devices such as an iPod. To playback the recorded music mobile DJ’s require at least 2 playback devices so as to ensure continuous playback.<br><br>
On the other hand if you are a permanent DJ at a club or a disco you will have your own console with a turntable, and will thus not have to carry your own playback devices.<br><br>
So what are you waiting for, if music be the food of love go ahead and play on!<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/861042010-10-08T02:40:00+02:002021-06-18T16:38:22+02:00Music's Influence On Thinking <div style="text-align: left;">
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Music as a cultural form can be examined in terms of the meanings encoded and decoded by different producers and audiences. Specifically, producers of music operate within the context of certain political, social and economic conditions and with the particular intentions. These could be to perpetuate an ideology through the exercise of ideological hegemony or to express resistance. On the other hand, music is used by people in structurally subordinate positions to comment on social problems, express their dissatisfaction with the state of society and resistance to hegemony and the ruling order. We can argue that music has always been a channel for expressing ideas that oppose and inflame hegemonic powers. We shouldn’t censor music just because of violent, vulgar and abusive messages it promotes to the world. Like movies and TV, music is also seen as influencing the behaviour of its audience, particularly the teenagers. This is clearly true, given that music audiences divide themselves into “Tribes” (creating different subcultures), where their hair is grown longer, clothes becomes more unconventional and drug use becomes central activity. Therefore a Self-fulfilling prophecy is created.<br><br>
Many Theories were trying to explain the influence music has upon the teenagers, such as The Frankfurt School. The Frankfurt School envisioned the media as a hypodermic syringe, arguing that the contents of the media were injected into the thoughts of the audience, who accepted the attitudes, opinions and beliefs expressed by the medium without question.<br><br>
Many artists and teenagers deny that violent music is seen to influence teenagers. Commentators on the current furor over rap music should bare in mind that we have already been there done that, back in 1950s, when the likes of Elvis and Jerry Lee Lewis were horrifying politicians and parents because of the lyrics that contained violent, drug and sexual references. It can be argued that the marketing strategy of music companies changes the way music spreads. In order to generate more sales and profit, music agencies launch a lot of large-scale promotion. Posters, videos and advertisement of singers can be seen everywhere in order to persuade its audience to buy the products. Certain steps have been taken to make parents aware of the type of music their children listen to. One would be “The Parental Advisory Sticker” that has been enforced upon records that have foul language and mature content. Originally, this sticker was intended to indicate that anyone under the age of eighteen could not purchase the labelled album.<br><br>
It has not only been argued that the rap and hip hop music influences teenagers, but the metal music has also faced severe censorship, especially because of its allusions to sex, drugs, and booze, not to mention its indecipherable lyrics. Rock and roll has largely been seen as a form of rebellious music for just about as long as it has existed. Because of the implications and hidden meanings associated with rock, some old-fashioned beliefs continue to cause a discrepancy amongst the population of the time.<br><br>
Many musicians have jumped in on the fight against censorship. They believe censorship violates the first amendment which talks about “Freedom of Speech”.<br><br>
Marilyn Manson is one of the most controversial artists in the world today, one who chooses to express himself in a way that provokes in the most extreme methods possible. It has been argued that Marilyn Manson is protected by the First Amendment who guarantees freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and freedom of association (assembly). It also protects the rights of citizens to worship as they please and the right not to be forced to support someone else’s religion. Manson uses this freedom fully, getting his message across by any means possible, mainly to the younger generation.<br><br>
However, the artists and producers defend the musical lyrics, and claim that these acts come purely from self-inspiration, not extrinsic influence such as their music. In addition, over 1,000 studies later, we have not really made much progress and many questions remain. Are some people less able to distinguish between artificial and real lyrics? Is some censorship justified in order to protect out teenagers? The more we seek to find the answers to questions about the effects of media violence, the more questions seem to be generated. As Mr Blanket said: ”We need to talk to the record producers, to the distributors, to those actually engaging in the music business about what is and isn’t acceptable.” <br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/860982010-10-07T23:35:00+02:002020-12-16T07:13:16+01:00Learn The Ropes In The Field Of Music<div style="text-align: left;">
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Music is often associated with something to do only with your pastime or hobby, right? Well, maybe not really. Music is today one of the most preferred career choices and a number of colleges and institutes offer full time as well certificate courses. It is one profession which allows you to earn while having fun. People are riding the music mania and if you also want to join the bandwagon, keep reading. You will love it.<br><br>
As the saying goes – Well begun is half done. So why not start from the very basics. Let`s discuss some of the ways in which you can leave a mark in the field.<br><br>
The first and the most preferred choice by many of us is that of a performer. A performer is the one who gives his voice and personal touch to the music or number. He is the one who gets maximum accolades for a nice performance. As a performer, you could be a part of a band or independent on your own. If you are a band member, you can be a vocalist, drummer, keyboardplayer, bassplayer or guitarist. If you are one, one of the avenues available to you is to give a live performance at many places such as night clubs, weddings, holiday parties, company functions, music stores, star hotels, cruise liners, grand openings and so on. There is a great demand for a disc jockey and you may end up earning good amounts as you gain experience in the area. Another advantage is that you may end up visiting exotic places as a part of the musical group all at the cost of your employer or host. Nice way of making a living, isn’t it?<br><br>
Another area you can explore is to cut and place your own CD for sale in the market. It is a good idea to package your music and create a bit of hype around it. Remember it is show business. You may be a powerhouse of talent but would still require some publicity to sell it.<br><br>
Teaching music is another career choice available to you. You can be a private tutor or work in the public sector. This is a wonderful profession, which does not require a college degree or certificate. All you require is better than average credentials, word of mouth publicity and the ability to play an instrument. Most first time students are only interested in knowing how to play the instrument rather than being an expert. So you have a great chance of spreading music and earning well too in the profession.<br><br>
You can also work in a recording studio and help people make their own albums. Of course you would need to be a more discerning in various genres of music such as Jazz, Classical, Country, Rock and Urban etc. so as to be able to offer sound advice and make a difference to their music. You would also need to be conversant with techniques such as audio mastering and digital music recording to be better off.<br><br>
Music is a wonderfully creative field and allows you to reach for the stars. Are you ready to go for it?<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/860382010-10-07T02:15:00+02:002022-05-07T07:45:00+02:00Is It Better to Learn With Sheet Music or By Ear?<div style="text-align: left;">
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When you pick up an instrument, there is much to learn before you can truly play some of the greatest works ever written. Some musicians have the wonderful ability to play something simply by hearing it, while others have to work at it constantly reading sheet music. During music studies, everyone learns about those amazing composers, such as Mozart, who played and composed great works without ever looking at sheet music when they began to play. But, how do you learn to play by ear like the greats do? Do you learn with sheet music or do you try to learn by ear? And, what about the piano and music teachers? Should they teach beginning musicians to learn by sheet music or should they teach them to learn by ear? There are advocates for both sides, as there are people who have the ability to learn both ways.<br><br>
Every piano player, and musician in general, needs to learn how to read sheet music. It doesn't matter if you are playing for yourself or a concert hall, dabbling or composing, a good musician knows how to read sheet music. Learning to read sheet music will help you in your musical career by allowing you access to every piano work out there and allowing you the ability to compose or write any type of music you prefer. Sheet music also helps improve hand-eye coordination and will help you to instantly translate what notes are and what they sound like. Knowing how to see, hear, and play music will help you later learn by ear when you simply hear a piece of music.<br><br>
There are people who learn both ways, just like there are music teachers who will teach both ways. For intermediate or advanced piano players, learning by ear will be easier and come more naturally to them, especially since they have been playing for a while and already know the notes and sounds. But, most music teachers will have you learn by sheet music first. You will hear the notes, as well as see them on paper in front of you, so you can begin to memorize them and be able to identify them as you play. Beginning piano players will be able to learn notes, sounds, pitches, and finger positions on the keys by learning from sheet music before they begin to learn by ear. There are literally thousands of works to help new piano players learn the fundamentals of piano playing that will give them the ability to learn by ear later in their career.<br>
The music teachers who will teach you by sheet music first will normally start with scales and positions so the beginner can learn how everything sounds and where it is. From there, beginning piano players will move on to more complicated works that will help them to learn strains, chords, and more. Once a piano player has the basic notes and sounds down, it will be easier to pick up music by ear. Learning to play by ear can take years for some people to master, while learning by sheet music is fairly easy to master once you learn how to do it.<br><br>
Once a piano player learns to read by sheet music, they can pick up any work and learn to play it. Even those extremely complicated works can be learned when practiced enough. Other works can be perfected and played over and over until they are memorized, and a budding composer can begin to write their own music since they now know how to read the music and play it as well. But what about those naturally talented to play the piano, doesn't it just come to them?<br><br>
There are always those musically gifted people who can sit down and pick out a melody simply by ear. For these musicians, they learn better by ear, since their brain is predisposed to learning the sounds instead of the written works. These players will need a piano teacher who can teach them to play by ear, and then to read music. Most people who are naturally talented to play music by ear will sometimes have a hard time learning to read sheet music, so they will need a teacher who is strong in both to help them become a well-rounded musician. There are great learning tapes and other piano techniques that you can use to learn by ear as you begin to master this area of piano playing.<br><br>
Learning to play sheet music and then by ear is one of the great traits that any piano player can master if they work hard enough at it. Most of the great jazz piano players of the past had to teach themselves to play the piano and then learned sheet music. And, most jazz piano players of modern times learn the opposite way. But, no matter which way they learned, being a great jazz player means that you have to learn to improvise, and you cannot do that without being able to play by ear. Improvisation is something that comes after years of practice and study, and once you are able to master it on the piano, you can play anything, with any group of musicians.<br><br>
How you or your students learn will depend on their natural talent and what they aspire to be in their musical career. Every musician should learn to play from both sheet music and play by ear, to give them the ability to do anything that they want with their piano. No matter what you want to do with your abilities to play the piano, you should be able to learn from both sheet music and by ear, so you are able to work and play in any situation. Being able to learn from both sides is a great way to become one of the well-rounded piano players who can pick up and play any piece of music.<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/860372010-10-07T02:08:21+02:002022-07-19T07:48:17+02:00Giving Your Music a Boost and Increasing Your Sales<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQYL_mnr4hg2Mpxwxtks3CK9apfsAh8xLqq-07F7cyTJKQ2jPA&t=1&usg=__mT4sDbAfnG9WgeD9nGBk8j7I7Dg=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
Are you a budding music professional, trying to make a mark in life? Well, you would already have experienced the initial pains of trying to establish a foothold in the industry. It is not easy if you do not have a past back ground or support of the veterans in the field. You have to be on your own and carve out a niche for yourself. Let us learn a few of the important lessons about making a beginning in the field.<br><br>
First things first. Always remember that your music has to reach out to people and not the other way round. Thus you have to make extra efforts, at least initially, so that people have access to your music. They should be able to notice your potential and abilities without much fuss. Is it possible to do so without having to spend a great deal? It is very much possible. Make your own music club. Perform in colleges and universities and above all use your greatest friend- the internet. If you want to strike the right chord, you must upload your music on various internet sites such as iTunes etc. This way people can experience and enjoy your music and, in fact, do their own music recording of your album without much effort.<br><br>
Digital music sale is the new buzzword in the music industry. More and more people want to download music into their iPods and other players. This saves time and effort and is hugely convenient. So unless you have your music on music sites, you can never reach out at least to begin with. Remember that the challenge for you at this stage is to create hype, a buzz and an aura about your talent. It is better to have a digital music recording of your album and put it on the web for sale. Many of the budding talents have benefited by taking this route.<br><br>
By allowing people to digitally download music, you touch their lives in so many ways. It is also possible to take this route so that people who have listened to your music elsewhere can have one address to look at to reach you. No need to store your albums at music stores. They may also be wary to give you a break at least initially. You will have to spend money in creating records and CDs and request these guys to give you a shelf in their stores. Instead just ask them to give you a chance to perform and have your music at websites allowing people free and easy access. Is it not a great way to boost your music sales?<br><br>
A little publicity does not harm anybody - least of all a budding music professional. You have to create your own niche. Everyone has gone through the same grind. Your local radio station or even a night club disc jockey is a great friend to create a buzz about your music. Once people notice you, it is a self perpetuating cycle. Happy music sales!!!<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/859692010-10-06T01:16:00+02:002017-02-01T21:28:43+01:00Online Music Sharing <div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQOaNfmbexDDsokJw0dIHcdtXCX29HGznpdedciw_bDa_cPmTQ&t=1&usg=__PvPwxRSEfir_8qhw1NYdPKBmz2w=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
The tunes are out there.<br><br>
Floating around in the Internet, all just a mouse click away, are hundreds and hundreds of songs, the songs that you love, the soundtrack of your life, that favorite ditty, the melody you first heard as a kid and have loved ever since, the album that you grew up on. It is all so very available smack dab in the middle of cyber space. No need for a trip to the neighborhood music shop.<br><br>
See, there is no question that the advent of the World Wide Web has changed the way we all live; it has brought us into a brand new age. But no change wrought by the Internet has had wider impact than the complete transformation of the music world. We have really come quite long wat since the days of LP albums and, ugh, eight-track tapes. The way we all listen to music has changed, and it is continuing to change along with the explosion in social networking on the Internet. Do you want to ride the wave of that change? You can, simply by plugging in to the latest trend in online music.<br><br>
What’s the name of that trend? It’s called music sharing. Remember sharing? That one thing they kept stressing back in kindergarten? The only difference nowadays is that sharing is not about letting some other kid have a turn with the Speak-n-Spell; now it refers to the very coolest thing to do with your tunes. And the nice part is – everybody else is sharing their music too!<br><br>
See, just imagine all the songs you love – and not just those old stand-bys, not merely the songs you know by heart and could pretty much sing in your sleep, but also all the songs you love but don’t own, or that catchy modern tune you caught on the radio, that haunting melody you recognize but can’t quite place. You can find it all on the Internet, where the people who want to share those tunes with you want you to share your music with them.<br><br>
It’s a music revolution – and it’s oh-so-simple!<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/858822010-10-04T21:49:17+02:002020-12-20T10:26:50+01:00A Look Into The History of Royalty Free Music<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQPJkYAao1tR8mPcheo_-r3uAsFIzstDUFAIC5OXtkmy2NA5nI&t=1&usg=__q55Rkjxjbiw5EU9GGzUx4bQ85V8=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
The notion of royalty free music is likely to appear as an exceedingly puzzling one for the less knowledgeable yet potential user of the advantages that come along with the decision to bring such music into play. In fact, a series of false impressions concerning the term have their justification. The designation royalty free music leads to the assumption that such music could never take in a royalty disbursement suitable for any type of use. Consequently, it has happened for people to guess that it does not involve any sort of costs at all.<br><br>
On the contrary, when you opt for royalty free music (one and the same with the notion of buyout music), you do opt for using certain musical pieces royalty free, but within a particular set of conditions. Without a doubt, you will have to pay a one-time fee to acquire it.<br><br>
For a case in point, your music license may make it possible for you to use your buyout music on all radio broadcasts with no royalties outstanding, but it does require initial acquisition royalties or royalties for any other types of broadcast (such as TV broadcast). On the other hand, one has to study closely license agreements with their buyout music library to stay in full awareness of the conditions and payments necessary for the broadcast of such music.<br><br>
Let us revisit the few years prior to the birth of this notion. Prior to buyout music, libraries largely required the payment of a so-called Needle-Drop fee, of term-limit blanket licenses and of single production blanket licenses. Needle drop, back in the former vinyl days, stood for the necessity of the producer to pay a small fee each time he chose to use the music, which took place by means of the placing of the needle on the record (the name of the charge practice had a very clear connection with the concrete use of the music).<br><br>
This implied that, if you made use of the music in a commercial, you had to give the needle drop fee. After that, if you opted once again for using the music in another announcement, you had to pay the needle drop fee once more. Term-limit blanket licenses made available for the producer a precise amount of music to use in permissible productions for an established time interval, on average one year. A production blanket license made it possible for the producer to bring into play as much music as necessary for any production. These days, you will still find in operation such methods of music licensing.<br><br>
After a while throughout which such type of licensing held the monopoly, some music library producers had the initiative to implement the term of royalty free music, with the objective of rendering their libraries more attention-grabbing to producers.<br><br>
With royalty free music libraries in force, producers discovered a manner of obtaining a blanket right to make use of the music exclusive of supplementary expenses for a particular use. Alternatively, they found it possible to obtain a set of CDs and make use of them with no limitations at all. In other words, we are now talking about a type of licensing opposite to the needle-drop fashion.<br><br>
The final point is that no matter how complimentary royalty free music may sound, you still need to pay a fee. Of course, the advantage is that you pay it once and… that is that. On the other hand, you should examine thoroughly the license agreement with your buyout music library, to stay on the safe side to what concerns your rights of broadcasting the royalty free musical pieces that you acquire.<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/858812010-10-04T21:45:49+02:002017-02-01T21:28:29+01:00Consumption of Music on a Rise<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTBBec4TUwwOJvL-alUlWefspiZ5kP49aStvpCDHoHPWEGF648&t=1&usg=__Nuce-jtUdX3sROCfvN89BNFNbwk=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
Music is being consumed in more ways than one and at a higher rate then every before. The MTV generation is use to not only hearing their music but seeing it as well. If they see a song that they like they can then buy that songs in multiple media forms from vinyl and CD to digital with DRM (digital rights management) and Mp3 without DRM. If they like the video and the song then they can go to Youtube and view it there until their hearts content. But the digitalization of music has done more. Not only is it easier to view videos but it easier to find and discover new music, acts and bands as well.<br><br>
MySpace has built a multi-billion dollar network on the backs of up-and-coming acts and unsigned bands and their friends. Myspace and sites like this have exposed many people to new and unheard music and continue to do so at an astonishing rate each day. As a band or act it is now seen as a smart business move and cool to be associated with a brand or land a sync-license in a TV show or commercial. This twenty years before was a direct threat to your artistic vision and classified as “selling out”. But now these things are all used to innovatively expose music to the masses and making it easier to discover it.<br><br>
Technology has created mega-channels of distribution. Peer-to-peer networks have opened the floodgates to obtaining free music. Furthermore, because digitized music takes of bytes instead of floor space you are now given a wider range of music to choose from at digital retailers. And of course copying CDs have never been easier and soon the CD will be wiped from that equation level just the transfer of bytes in order to obtain your music.<br><br>
What this means is that music consumption is increasing. Production cost is lowering. Distribution is widening and more acts and bands are being heard. There is a need out there for making the discovery and sharing of music simpler and easier. Music is an identifier for many people and these people are getting larger and larger iPods that just simply need to be filled.<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/857332010-10-01T20:58:12+02:002021-04-15T06:47:16+02:00The Popular Genres Of Music Topping Charts Worldwide <div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRUIp_sZDuXZt1VsvatirHv5fkWY1Hk73d26PKLCK-rvoma5P0&t=1&usg=__n3-BjbC-Iu7ogr4siGsbR-KXC04=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
If you want to learn more about music, the best way is to, perhaps, learn about the different genres that exist in mainstream market. Even if you like to just download music and do nothing more complicated with it, this article will expose you to several types of music and maybe, you may like a type you had never heard of before! For those interested in audio mastering, this can be a great place to start your research.<br><br>
Anyone interested in writing about music almost always begins with classical music. This is the style of music that has persisted for decades in spite of having a limited following. There is something about classical music which, well, makes it classic! Go to an opera and you will notice that you will be moved by the stirring notes even if you do not understand the language or do not like slow numbers. This type of music is serious business for many people who train rigorously to be ready for stage performances. You need to have the right octaves and a certain diva like quality to make it as a classical singer.<br><br>
A type of music that is simple enough to be followed and learned by anyone interested in rhythm is tribal music. Tribal music is inherent to particular tribes and does not need a recording studio for its creation. The tribal music of many African, Hawaiians and the American Indian tribes have qualities unique to them. Lots of African tribal music is fast paced while the Hawaiian music is very lively. American Indian music often has a haunting quality that stirs the soul. Similarly, the Nordic tribes or the Arabic ones have their own music that can be very spontaneous and emotive. If you love dancing to simple, nature based music, tribal music is best for you.<br><br>
If you are fun loving and ‘cool’, you will almost definitely love Hip Hop. Though, compared to the previous two styles, this category of music is rather new, it has created a very large fan base. The Hip Hop stars like Kanye West and Jay Z have become millionaires many times over with their funky music and lovable styles. This style is often represented by low waist pants, rapping music and an easy going attitude. If you are a disc jockey, you probably know how much the crowd loves this music for its easy rhythm.<br><br>
Rock is yet another famous genre of music. Long hair, guitar in hand and loud voice are the main features of a rocker. The kind of frenzy a rock band evokes is hard to emulate. The pulsating music and aggressive moves make this music, one of the most popular on earth. If you are a member of a rock band, you have a ticket to instant fame.<br><br>
For more personal and slow numbers, you can turn to blues while for lively story telling, you could try country music. Jazz which is often considered a true American style is also highly respected for its eclectic mix of tunes and subjects. Other styles used are alternative, gospel, dance, folk and many more.<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/857322010-10-01T20:56:01+02:002017-02-01T21:28:22+01:00A Welcome Change in the Music Industry <div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSagYaOSzOBMwUQzpGagArkn7HlXWWyRMiOA5ySSyanvAEzBVY&t=1&usg=__fhVYv8YQLRHoL1ifq33n3hNokao=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
For those among you who love music, the digital age which brought with it the amazing ability to download music was like a gift from heaven. Suddenly the Gods had come down with a magical wand and touched our little computer screens, blessing them with the ability to obtain so many sounds for so little money. Indeed, no money—and, well that was the problem, because the reality soon hit us all that the practice wasn’t altogether, very legal.<br><br>
When Napster finally went under, there were complaints but they soon grew silent. What more could be said? We were all quite aware that this practice wasn’t right, even if it didn’t feel illegal. But then again, we just loved getting all that music for free and even free music software. The fact is that no one really wanted to do anything illegal, it was just that with the new technology and new possibilities, the laws were not quite defined within that horizon.<br><br>
So then, after the age of Napster, the music industry and music in general is definitely starting to change. Formerly spoiled by the high prices for CDs, the music industry is slowly being forced to offer music at more competitive prices, and although you can no longer get music for free through downloading (at least not in a legal way), there are still possibilities of getting music at an acceptable price through such sites such as Yahoo! Music. Some of the older music is still free.<br><br>
Although most people tend to feel a certain dislike for these corporate moguls who seem to devour everything in sight, including the music industry, the fact is that those starving musicians out there are the ones who are really hurt when music is given away for free. Indeed, the average musician has to pay just to use a recording studio, which is more than many can afford. If these people were to give their music away for free, then they would certainly have to take a full time job and stop making music.<br><br>
Perhaps however the situation isn’t as bad as it seems. Music will always be created, regardless of the difficulties. Just think about the great blues music that came out of New Orleans in the prior to the 1950’s, or the music which was recently ‘discovered’ in Cuba, brought together in the Buena Vista Social Club. Most of these musicians were terribly poor, and yet they played music before they got to Carnegie Hall. What was their motive?<br><br>
So as the music industry changes, perhaps a little more emphasis upon the individual, and less emphasis upon money would make things a bit better, even if that means that musicians of the future will be limited to home recording studios. It seems that’s the way things will go anyhow, since there’s a lot of computer technology which replaces the need for all that expensive equipment in the first place. Perhaps as a result, we’ll start to hear some ‘real’ music once again, and not just the over-produced variety.<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/856722010-09-30T21:09:55+02:002022-02-08T13:25:09+01:00How to Sing Better<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRT1pGzZbFem6A1wycYzfR93mNRg-ijLgypiY9ffDxidcBUBU0&t=1&usg=__oAKbN3J8edySKp-gHXXgEYwI360=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
How many times have you thought about How to Sing. There are some important steps you must keep in mind before start singing. These steps will not only help you to improve your singing but also help you to attract every one towards you.<br><br>
The human voice is better than any musical instrument and is very flexible. Overuse of any instrument without servicing it may give a bad sound. Similarly with the human voice overuse without proper exercise and timely care can give bad results. Thus keeping a check on your singing abilities is very important. Richness of voice and improving singing can be done in many ways.<br><br>
1. Relax your arms by placing them first away from the body, then to the sides and raising them to about 6 inches. This allows the ribcage to expand and while breathing in more air is drawn into the lungs. More air in the lungs improves the sound quality and projects one voice loud and clear.<br><br>
2. Feet should be placed apart in the width of the shoulders. Also feet must be place firmly on the floor to give a good balance to the body. If sitting and singing, again the feet should be place firmly on the floor and sitting position should be upright without any slouch but no stiffness. The body should feel relaxed.<br><br>
3. While singing the neck should be at ease. The breathing process should not be forced, which will disrupt the normal breathing process creating problems while singing. A slight movement of body is advisable as it will keep the body relaxed and the tone of sound will be natural and there will be some rhythm in the body also.<br><br>
4. Pushing the stomach out while singing will let more air enter the lungs. While exhale, pulling the stomach in will help to control the notes and give better clarity to voice.<br><br>
5. For high notes, raising your arms and singing and very high notes closing your eyes and singing helps in achieving the correct sound. Similarly for a sharp note bring your arms down would help.<br><br>
Singing can be improved using many such techniques. But most importantly one should practice regularly. Practice makes one perfect and without practice any good singer could lose touch with his voice. While singing, the singer should enjoy the song. This can be done by singing songs that one likes and creating a certain rhythm in the body. This keeps the body relaxed and tension free and lets the human vocal chords function properly. Singing is an art that not everyone has. But those who possess this skill should cherish it and enhance it to its best capacity. Good luck and have fun!<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/856702010-09-30T21:03:36+02:002022-05-11T23:06:29+02:00Launching Music Without A Big Music Label Is Not That Difficult <div style="text-align: center;"><img 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Listening to music is something that many people find pleasurable. For these people there are different ways that they can listen to their favorite music. Since there are many talented people who love to sing there are always new songs that get launched.<br><br>
The internet has many different sites that provide ways to launch music at little to no cost. All that is need is for the music that you provide is originality. You will also need to understand that since your music is being heard by many people it is best if there is a verification of originality given at the start of a fledging career.<br><br>
One of the best sources to launch music for new singers is the MySpace web site. Here there are facilities where up and coming artists can display their work to the world. You can hear different types of music as you choose the artists or groups.<br><br>
The music that is heard on this web site is not heard by you or other ordinary people only. There are many times when influential people in the music industry look through these types of sites. They are rewarded by the appearance of a new musical talent that may have escaped them in ordinary circumstances.<br><br>
The various sites like MySpace have helped to launch music careers for lots of different new comers to the arena of singing. As this site requires that any music that is placed on this site is an original the talents of singers and songwriters can come into the light. There are other places where the talents of people like those individuals in MySpace have the ability of letting the world see what they are capable of.<br><br>
Sometimes a singing star is born when they take part in talent contests. At these places the competition is fierce. The contest will take place in front of a large gathering of people. If you are planning on taking part in any talent show you will be judged by experienced judges. The judging that these people give can launch music careers for lots of aspiring singers.<br><br>
There are many different venues where you can see people getting their musical career launched. And while the initial phase to launch music can seem like an uphill battle it is all worth the effort if you can live your dream. Good luck and have fun!<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/856082010-09-29T20:58:34+02:002021-05-19T08:06:22+02:00The Making of Classical Music<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcROJaPwP8gxus8JxqkrNbknQBWFCfMz2fM1CwZWtUX5xEJrQq0&t=1&usg=__YyoQXohFw5lxBgAYKaQDfKiQPeY=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
Classical music is governed by some known conventions that have its roots in a variety of forms, genres, styles and historical periods. These features together go in defining the term ‘classical music.’ Music rated as classical has always made its thumping presence felt. With the evolution of the popular music forms, the dominance of the classical form has not diminished. In-fact, it further magnified with new forms and codes.<br><br>
There are several factors that define Classical Music. These can be classified under the following heads:-<br><br>
Instrumentation - This is one way of classifying the classical genre of music. Different instruments are brought to use for creating the symphony that make it classical. Various string instruments like violin, string, woodwind instruments, brass instruments and other diverse percussion are commonly used to give this form of music a unique style. However, nowadays electronic instruments like electric guitars are occasionally brought to use.<br><br>
Form and Technical Execution – The classical form generally take the form of a song, symphony, dance music, chamber suite, symphony, concerto, electronic music and more. The composition of this form of music requires expertise as a lot of complexities are involved in arriving at a balance between its emotional content and the music that accompanies it. The Classical Guitar Music is one such example of complex composition.<br><br>
Complexity – The complexities involved in making of classical works are not just confined to instruments and beats. But a lot of it lies in the development, modulation, musical phrases and even length and variations of tones. A perfect combination of all these features results in the development of a perfect symphony of music. In-fact, the large scale classical works are built from smaller units of musical compositions.<br><br>
Society – The classical forms of music maintains a repute of being a choice of the upper-level society. The music has never been popular among the working class. However, it is not compulsory as most of the classical musicians fall in the middle class range. The Classical Music CD buyers and concert goers also include the middle class audience.<br><br>
Timeline – This form of music passed through several stages. It has its roots ingrained in medieval times, even dating back to ancient Greeks. The form has evolved a lot in the present age. It still has major time divisions like the Medieval (476 – 1400) and Renaissance (1400 – 1600). Then there is the common practice period that includes Baroque (1600 – 1750), Classical (1730 – 1820) and Romantic Periods (1895 – 1910). The modern contemporary period includes 20th Century Classical (1900 – 2000) and contemporary classical (1975 to current).<br><br>
The form of music which is preserved as classical is primarily a written musical tradition. These written works are then given expression in the form of recordings, oral transformations and musical notes. Music plays an effective role in transmitting classical notations. The written instructions, however, do not have explicit instructions. But, music does help to build the mood of a classical masterpiece. It helps in better understanding of the masterpieces.<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/856072010-09-29T20:54:25+02:002017-02-01T21:28:12+01:00Enjoying Life Through Music<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSPrnGKR8Vo4uA1qs85L_g68eBWnXyMZuluF32TXYNuo8SAL5o&t=1&usg=__qWd29lGR3e6nqbW4B0u14lOw_Y4=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
Music is the food of soul. It is loved by one and all and is expressed in an incredibly different number of forms. Voice, violin, guitar, drum, piano, flute, mandolin and scores of other means are used to create music. These days all you need is to attract a recording studio and you can start creating music for the whole world.<br><br>
People like to enjoy music in various ways. Many like to play musical instruments. Many others sing their heart out and lots of truly creative ones compose music. Dancing is another way of enjoying music as is listening to it, whether in a car audio, music player or iPod. You could also open your own record company and launch artists.<br><br>
Children love music in any form. Even newborns love to hear soothing sounds. In fact doctors claim that playing soft music when a lady is pregnant helps a child in the womb calm down and become more musically inclined. Much of what a child likes in music depends upon what he has been exposed to in his childhood. So, if you love listening to rock, your child will probably pick up that trait too. Newborns have been seen to respond positively to melodious tunes. Many cranky babies become quieter on being exposed to rhythmic and soft sounds. Mothers have been known to help their babies sleep with the sweet strains of lullabies. Parents can download music software that allows them to ensure soothing music for their little one.<br><br>
Music is everything for the romantics. They use it to express their feelings when words fail them. Innumerable songs have been written and will be composed by lovers around the world to woo their beloved. A lover holding flowers and singing while kneeling down at her balcony is one of the more enduring romantic pictures of all time. Even in earlier times lovers resorted to music to propose and impress. Heartbreak is also best described through music. How else can a jilted lover express his anguish but by sad numbers? Tribes in any civilization have used songs and dances to encourage mating and this process is still followed subtly in the pubs and bars of the world today. A disc jockey may have replaced a singer or musician, but the concept remains the same.<br><br>
For lovers of dance, music is the prime component. Dance is one of the easiest ways to fell completely free. But unless there is some good foot tapping number on, dancing is out of the question. Even if you have two left feet, you will sway to the sounds of the popular songs. Music is the life of parties. Discos and bars cannot do without it. Whether it is a wedding dance or a birthday bash, music downloads can make any social occasion full of fun.<br><br>
So love music to love life. You not only lift your mood while listening to good music but can also change the world by creating meaningful songs.<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/855482010-09-28T20:53:24+02:002022-04-21T22:58:05+02:00Making A Classic<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRIwOFjSFsNn34IF-HdYacUTJB638xuWuPnLv5Ur3yT_XWhEzo&t=1&usg=__xAhd56lGtVE5NmrLxxR6JbIfPKw=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
So you’ve been struck with the bug to write music because your significant other just dropped you for the drummer in your old band and you need to get the hurt out! It’s understandable that this would be the natural outlet since you’re the creative sensitive type. However, when you go to put paper to pen your hand cramps up, you get a cold sweat and you think you’re about to get sick. Its writers block and it’s not going to go away until you relax!<br><br>
One of the first things you need to know in order to write your Magnus Opus is relaxation is the key! If you rush it or schedule time to write it’s a guarantee the outcome will be frustrating and sub par at best. The creative process is supposed to show up at 3:00 in the morning or while you are driving. If you could structure creativity it would be called work, not creativity! When inspiration strikes be prepared to get it down on tape or paper to ensure you don’t lose it. A good tool to use is voice mail. Call yourself and leave a message with the lyrics you’ve just come up with while sitting in traffic. You’ll thank yourself later when you are trying your hardest to remember.<br><br>
Another great tip to follow is to make the song resemble you. Music is supposed to be an extension of those writing it. There is a reason ZZ Top didn’t name “Cheap Sunglasses” “Sport Sunglasses”. It wouldn’t have fit the little ‘ol’ band from Texas and it would have sounded like something Robert Palmer should have written. If your girl left you for the drummer, that’s what you should write about. The more personal the feelings that you relay in the song the more it will speak to your audience. Neal Young’s voice echoes through time in songs like “Old Man” because he wrote haunting lyrics that possess the power to elicit thought in countless generations spanning just about any nationality. This type of lyrical power has been used by countless song writers and it’s a sure bet that every so often a new song writer will emerge that will be able to harness this power on a regular basis.<br><br>
Most people think a powerful song or a well written song must have a flow that’s pleasing to the ear and essentially in 4/4 time. If you are writing a power pop radio ready song an easy flowing highly structured 4/4 beat is absolutely the way to go. However, don’t fret if you are off the beaten path. If you’re one of those people that would rather hear ZZ Top sing “Sports Sunglasses” and you’d like to hear it at 160 beats per minute played over top of blast beats and heavily distorted guitars you’ll still find your audience. Be true to the music that moves you and it will be true to your audience. Trying to force the lyrics about how much you hate the drummer that stole your girl into a 4/4 stringed quartet ballad is fail if that’s just not you. If you write aggressive music, then write aggressive music. You’ll get used to people walking away shaking their head in disbelief.<br><br>
A great song is in the eye of the beholder and to the right listener your song could be the next must have single.<br><br>
The sole reason a song becomes one of those timeless classics isn’t the structure of the song or the genre that it gets classified in. It’s the feelings that the song provokes inside of people that makes it an instant classic. When you feel in the mood to write, take a few days and get inspiration from the songs that move you. When you’re ready to put paper to pen you’ll find the process much more relaxing, productive and fruitful.<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/855462010-09-28T20:45:00+02:002022-04-19T09:27:30+02:00Music's Effect on Human Behavior<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQcZwwCuQnaufWlyQZkdNByJklm0BqF4toAoJ-tAXd5vVV33mo&t=1&usg=__VyUNHdLX1_-vuwfbhSHLo-dfeIk=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
Music has always been known to evoke different feelings in people. But can music go so far as to affect your behavior? That is the ultimate question, I suppose. A lot of people now are really interested in the power of music and how they can reap its benefits and avoid its disadvantages. After all, if you think music can help you improve your performance at work or help your children calm down, then there’s no harm in trying, right?<br><br>
But how much is truth and how much is speculation? Can music affect your behavior? Read more to find out.<br><br><b>Not so much music as it is environment.</b><br><br>
Before we delve into the question of whether music can affect your behavior or not, it’s best to get some things out of the way.<br><br>
For years, there have been speculations about the relationship between certain types of music and certain types of people. It is often said that those who like to listen to rap will be more inclined to inflict violence on others. Those who listen to rock and heavy metal will be more inclined to inflict violence upon themselves.<br><br>
However, isn’t it important to note that sometimes, certain types of people already are the way they are even before they choose to listen to a certain type of music? To be quite frank, it’s not so much rap that induces violent behavior in people but their environment.<br><br>
Kids who grew up in hostile situations are more likely to blend in. Kids who have a depressing home situation are more likely to entertain suicidal thoughts.<br><br><b>Music as therapy</b><br><br>
So, can music affect your behavior? Scientific studies have revealed no direct relationship between the two. Music has always been a great way to express oneself.<br><br>
When you’re feeling angry, you listen to loud, angry music and sing along to the lyrics. When you’re sad, you put on angst-filled melodies and cry yourself to sleep. Sometimes, music is just that—a means of letting your emotions run free.<br><br>
Of course, music also tends to put you in different moods. A nice classic piece might make you feel romantic. Soft, instrumental songs can make you feel more calm. To a certain extent, music can change your mood, but not your behavior.<br><br><b>Other special properties of music</b><br><br>
Some kinds of music do have extra special qualities. For example, a lot of parents like to make their children listen to Mozart because studies showed that it improves concentration. What is it about this classical composer that helps people become smarter and more talented?<br><br>
The answer is not that Mozart’s music changes behavior but that its different range of notes and the way some themes are repeated helps the brain function better.<br><br>
So can music really affect behavior? As far as today’s researches go, not so much. <br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/854792010-09-27T21:30:00+02:002022-05-18T10:50:49+02:00Censorship on Music Videos and its effects<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSJtvgo3PXsKRhHnvMuxOl-ojqvKAEimruevLh2jIM2mc4xJUk&t=1&usg=__3ISHB4zGLQLxwGWZMX8r6b39BzI=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
<p>Music videos represent a form of expressing an artistic message, but many artists sometimes make a statement that is considered to be offensive. Therefore the music video gets censored due to these offensive messages.<br><br>The definition of offensive music videos is different from one country to another. What is considered to be offensive in one country could be seen as a completely normal behaviour in another. The reason for this situation is the diversity of cultures that have different laws and different ethics. The label company which is usually producing the music video is aware of this phenomenon, so videos are being edited and distributed in a censored version and an uncensored one for a single artist. Despite these efforts on behalf of the producers, some videos still get banned as they are still regarded as being too offensive to be broadcasted to the public.<br><br>The first music video to be ever banned was ‘Girls on film’. It was banned by MTV in 1981, the very year of the birth of this TV station. This music video was considered to display too much amount of flesh and it was also banned by BBC for reasons of excessive nudity. Madonna had a lot of music videos that got banned for different causes. The ‘Justify my love’ music video was particularly censored for its display of homosexuality, sadomasochism and group sex. Another Madonna music video, ‘What it feels like for a girl’ was also banned by MTV because it displayed too much violence. And Madonna was banned again years later for the ‘American Life’ music video as it was considered to send an anti-American message. The artist was forced to shoot another video for the song.<br><br>But Madonna isn’t the only artist who has ever been banned. The ‘Smack my bitch up’ music video by Prodigy was also banned, but only in a few countries, as it contained images displaying drug use and nudity. Even the music video for the hit song ‘Firestarter’ by Prodigy was censored by BBC as it was considered to send a violent message for arson. The ‘God save the queen’ music video for the Sex Pistols was also censored by BBC for making an anti-royal statement.<br><br>Taking all these bans into consideration, there is no wonder that Egypt has banned around 20 music videos for their display of sexually-charged images!<br><br>Surprisingly, but even innocent music videos become victims of censorships. For instance, REM’s ‘Losing My Religion’ music video was censored in Ireland as it was displaying images which were considered to mock religion.<br><br>In conclusion, music videos have been banned along the years for all sorts of reasons: religion, nudity, violence, drugs etc. One thing needs to be said: the fact that a music video gets banned doesn’t mean it has a poor artistic value, it plainly means that the message is inappropriate to be broadcasted on national television.</p>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/854782010-09-27T21:28:38+02:002021-11-06T07:43:07+01:00Training for a Life in Music<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQK87ZEMKM3hGgjm4NKhMfaQPk9Dq0OP5xtcgltre_F3RdVQyE&t=1&usg=__P5ENsditX3hUdlN98PeWR6JeVlM=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
The spirit and the magic which is associated with the overall essence of the music cannot be substantiated by anything else in this world. Since ages music had fascinated so many that imagination of life without music seems to be ultimately the most boring and lifeless imagination that one can ever wonder about. Today the prospect of music has escalated to new heights and that is the reason why it serves as a very promising career also from various perspectives. The other reason that can be attributed to the glorifying perspectives of music is the progress and advancements that have been witnessed by the entertainment industry world over and definitely the miscellaneous options of entertainment have a very refined incorporation of music in their own different ways.<br><br>
If analyzed deeply then it will be really no big surprise to find that music is life for many and there are very less people otherwise also who do not have a deep attachment with the aesthetic essence of music and that is the reason why today the world of music has innumerable avenues that can be explored in the form of a good career perspective.<br><br>
Amongst the options that are available with respect to the professional training courses of music there is a complete range that comprises of music training course, courses instructing in the courses of sound engineering, courses associated with the music technology, courses imparting training in audio and live sound tracks, post production training and other variety of live sound tracks.<br><br>
The live sound courses are uniquely structured in such a manner that they can serve some amazing career options pertaining to the music industry and related avenues. The courses that instruct with the various musical aspects impart professional training through the perfect blend of experience, confidence skills and most important of all complete knowledge of the audio industry which finally frames experts having high skills with the musical perspective and its professional aspect.<br>
The educational services that instruct professional training in this regard take complete care to provide a platform where the theoretical aspects are perfectly blended with the practical knowledge in such an innovative and creative manner that the professional training gets facilitated in a very effective manner.<br><br>
The short production courses in music many a time are instructed in the form of rigorous crash courses dealing in music technology. There is an availability of beneficial facility in some recognized musical institutions that also allows for some great discount offers when someone avails several courses of music production.<br><br>
Therefore if one is having some sort of special interest and inclination towards music then one should not even give a secondary thought to establish a long term perspective by planning a great career in music which today beholds a promising future.<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/853202010-09-24T15:40:20+02:002023-12-10T19:34:31+01:00Music and Everything that comes with it<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//4.bp.blogspot.com/_8du__Wxp8q4/SmXg-3-RzWI/AAAAAAAAAAw/t_jlGkPfXIM/S1600-R/no_music.png" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" style="width: 288px; height: 158px;" /></div>
Music plays an essential role in our life. It gives life to the soul as food does to the body. It becomes the voice of the heart when plain words fall short of expressing how we feel. Music is first introduced to us by our mothers, our beloved musicians. The lullabies sang to us by our mothers when we were still small, in whatever language, notes or tune, have always been a delight to the little hearts. A melody forever playing in our mind.<br><br>
As everything in life changes, so does music. It changes with the times and technology. From jazz to rock, from rock to hip-hop, and a lot of fusions in between. And together with the evolution of music is the advancement of technology in the delivery of music. These technologies or gadgets have brought music closer to us. Gone are the days when you have to go to a music place when you want to enjoy a night of music. In the advent of radio, people were able to start enjoying music at home. Today, the evolution of music gadgets has come a long way. With our trusty mp3 players, music has never been this available to us. Now, music is everywhere.<br><br>
The music industry has always been a lucrative business as people readily spend their money for a musical experience. Studies have been made to understand the human need for music. But the common person certainly knows why, as music knows us. Music comes to us in different ways, it comes as an encouragement to the athlete or any dreamer, a hand that picks you up when you’re down, a comforting embrace when we’re heartbroken or even in grief. And, yes, what would life be without a love song behind every loving couple. Thus, we are flooded by love songs.<br><br>
The thrill of listening to a new song or an old song made new, and of musicians wanting to make a mark in the world of music, will always keep the music industry alive. People won’t hesitate to pay for a good musical indulgence, be it purchasing a concert ticket or the newest CD or just downloading music over the internet to our latest mp3 player. It is a wonderful reality that music is very much embedded in our culture which greatly affects our values and way of life. Music will always be a beautiful companion. <br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/853182010-09-24T15:30:00+02:002017-02-01T21:27:33+01:00It Starts with Self Promotion<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//www.jobsmarket.ie/JobsMarket/Upload/user/ronanmooney/blog/iStock_000000861992SmallFearSelfPromotion.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" style="width: 193px; height: 168px;" /></div>
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You are in a band, all amped up and ready to perform. The band mates are present, ready to rock for everyone. Everything is ready—well, almost. The only left missing—which is the most important of all— would be your audience. Every band or musician needs their audience especially when performing. They need people to listen and enjoy their music in order to give their music its worth, and at the same time, the audience can appreciate the music and spread the love to others.<br><br>
Getting enough people to watch your gig may be quite difficult if you do not know what to do. Hunting for your audience is part of music business promotions, since promotions would be of great help in making you a hit in this music business.<br><br>
Many musicians that are starting usually miss the easy opportunities in getting people in the seats of their upcoming gigs. There are some inexpensive ways in promoting your garage band, indie band, or just yourself, which would not be too expensive. Simple and cost effective methods are essential when promoting on a budget.<br><br>
Word of mouth is free. This would be the first step in boosting up your band and in music business promotions as a whole. Basically, everyone in the band needs to take a proactive role in getting the word out on future shows and gigs. Word of mouth works by telling friends, family, coworkers, and anyone else your band knows that may be interested in your genre of music. The pyramid style works: have your friends tell their friends, and so on. It can be very surprising when you get to see the results of spreading your music gig to others.<br><br>
Flyers play a big role for starting musicians out there. This type of music business promotion is cheap, and can be done by having them printed out at any local copy store in the area. A cost effective strategy, flyers contain all the information people need in watching you play. Design a simple flyer with the band title, logo or artwork, genre of music, original or cover tunes, date and time of show, the website (if there is), contact information, and the phone number and name of the venue where you will be playing. For this, handing them to the bar and/or owner may be the best choice, so that you yourself can be sure that the flyers will be seen by patrons of the club. It would also help if flyers are pinned on bulletin boards at music stores, and to places where your potential crowd hangs out.<br><br>
After this, try and contact any local newspapers or any music or entertainment magazines in your area. They usually have weekly band listings for free, so use this to your advantage. Concert calendars on the Internet would help too. They also list concert dates and gigs, so find out the popular websites that has more traffic. Remember, the more fans you get to the show, the better your chance of getting booked there again, and hopefully build your music career. Good luck and have fun!<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/852612010-09-23T14:50:09+02:002020-10-26T08:03:38+01:00Songwriting that Grab People by the Ears<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcT1luYa_R1BtKIzqMT8iW0H0WNE_SV8OYcP_WcMRGaogge4-bY&t=1&usg=__gsfwb2xQFuyTpfy9oawvO-97My8=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
Want to write the songs that make the whole world sing? Well, Barry Manilow may have beaten you to that, but you can still create lyrics that are strong, imaginative and memorable. Here are tips about turning your emotions and observations into catchy, unforgettable lyrics.<br><br>
First, write lyrics for a genre of music that you love. Whether it’s pop, country, rap, or 80’s hair metal, write your song lyrics with that style in mind, and they’ll sound authentic and heartfelt. If you force yourself to write lyrics simply because they cater to the latest musical trend, they’ll sound exactly that way—forced.<br><br>
Remember to keep a pen and paper, or small tape recorder, handy—on the bus, in the supermarket, next to your bed and, yes, even in the bathroom. Inspiration isn’t picky about when or where it strikes. And that inspiration doesn’t need to rival Shakespeare. The B-52s’ “Rock Lobster” had fun, silly lyrics, and it became a huge hit.<br><br>
If you already have a melody playing in your head, you can write your song lyrics around that. If you haven’t thought of a melody, but already have a few great lines jotted down, let the rest of the lyrics freely flow from those phrases. That way, you’ll capture the raw essence of your emotions, and you can tighten up the wording later. And if you have a burning desire to write lyrics, but are unsure of exactly what to write about, that’s no problem, either.<br><br>
It’s solved with the advice given to all writers: write about what you know; a personal experience. You’re writing song lyrics for a genre you’re familiar with, and now you’ll be further honing those lyrics with a description of an incident or emotion that’s uniquely yours. Start with a title that sums up what you want to write about—say, “Walking in the Rain with You.” Now you’ve got the subject, as well as the catchphrase at the heart of your chorus.<br><br>
Home in on specifics. Was the rain cold? Warm? Were you walking with a friend? A lover? A child? Was it a walk to a party? A remembrance of a walk with someone no longer in your life? When you ask yourself a question that triggers a powerful emotional response, write that down as part of your song lyrics, and the sincerity of your passion will powerfully impact your listeners.<br><br>
After all, you’re telling a story—but instead of being printed in a book or magazine, your story is in the form of lyrics set to music. It can be a deep ballad about a profound religious experience, a blunt political statement, or an uncomplicated rock anthem about partying all night, but the challenge is to tell the story with lyrics that are brief but packed with description and emotion—even if the emotion you’re striving to convey is apathy.<br><br>
Finally, avoid using clichés in your song lyrics. Your lyrics should be as unique as you are. When others see the world through your words, they may just see things with a fresh, new vision. Good luck and have fun!<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/852602010-09-23T14:45:14+02:002021-08-26T07:03:38+02:00The Era of Indie Artists<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTRzGIj10TKJEQL_2LBqujwO51VwAtACrYxe61jIV2b0qudZi4&t=1&usg=__U76TLxI7DFa1JT8_C43WS9_rncI=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
The crashing of so many big music labels has started the Indie musician's movement.<br>
It's not really a movement, but I refer to it this way because I look at it as a way of beating the system and the big giants that used to tell music artists what to do and used to take almost all of these artists' money. They still exist, but the internet and the illegal downloading phenomenon has made them smaller and made the artists realize that maybe taking unreasonable fee on their CD is not a smart thing to do, and maybe performing more can bring them more money and also maybe, just maybe, they can record their own music and make it on their own.<br><br>
The fact is that there are music editing programs that any intelligent person oriented to computers is able to work with and that you can open a recording studio in your home and even if you can't do all that, there are small recording studios that don't charge you that much.<br>
These are some of the reasons that there are so many indie music artists out there.<br><br>
These artist don't necessarily straggle on their own all the time. Music managers are still out there, searching for young talent, craving for some original, sound. But the thing with indie musicians is that they know what they are worth, and they know that if they want they can make it on their own. So they will know what to ask for and what to agree to.<br><br>
Music artists in the past gave their label company all of their trust. Some of them were well taken care of and some were used. But any way you look at it, they were like children that need their parents approval for creating and performing. Today with what I've mentioned before and websites like myspace and songwriting competitions websites, these indie music artists know what they are worth and as a result from this we get more original quality music that is not twisted by music labels that think they know what's good for us and what's not. <br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/851842010-09-22T15:03:17+02:002022-02-03T12:30:15+01:00Beginning a New Career in Music<div style="text-align: center;"><img 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You’ve decided to pursue a career as a hot adult contemporary artist. Whether you are in to Country Western, Jazz, R&B, Hip hop, or knock-down-drag-out rock n’ roll doesn’t much matter – big fan base for all genres. But, as it is with any job, there are certain steps you should take to find success. Knowing which steps those are can help save a lot of time.<br><br>
Once your words are on the paper and connected with an unbelievable score, you’ve got to get it out there. Getting your music known is absolutely your biggest challenge. First, make sure to get a good recording of your song(s). If you’re really serious about this, pay the money and get a professional recording studio. You only have one shot for people to hear what you can do, make the first impression count.<br><br>
Second, it’s crucial to know what musical genre you belong to. This will help focus your attention to the radio stations and internet sites that potential fans may be tuning into. Once this is known, make several copies of your music to send to venues, agents and promoters who work in the music industry. The more you send out, the better chances you have at success.<br><br>
Third, do your research! Look to the Musicians Union, or other related groups for advice. There is a plethora of literature out there for new artists just waiting to be read. Also, keep an eye out for any musical contests you can enter. What have you got to lose? Many of these contests offer prize money which can help give you a good boost in your career.<br><br>
Fourth, be willing to start from the bottom. Some of the best got their starts from little clubs or other unknown venues. If you are any good, you will discover your fan base starting to grow and more demand for you to perform. Keeping your ego down and your friendliness up is a good way to make connections. You never know who could be out there waiting to recommend you for bigger and better work.<br><br>
Finally, have fun! Don’t get too caught up in all the little unnecessary things. Always keep in mind why you chose this career path. Stay true to who you are and let your personality speak through your music!<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/851832010-09-22T14:56:21+02:002017-02-01T21:27:23+01:00Making Your Own Music<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSd2-ffSqK_RhHn6KFm5sYywFLhvte-KKo8bMDLzYJZL63rwMQ&t=1&usg=__W0pcHIFrjZ2zn-KnEkZckkWJ8Dk=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
You know you love music, but aren’t sure how to articulate it on paper. A little determination and desire to create music is all it takes to get you started. Becoming a songwriter can be incredibly rewarding and knowing where to start can definitely take some stress off.<br><br>
Go somewhere you feel inspired. Whether this is a physical or mental place doesn’t really matter. Make sure you have some peace and quiet to let your inspiration in, though. It’s hard to let those creative juices flow with a radio blaring in the next room.<br><br>
Don’t put too much pressure on yourself to write a song ‘today.’ The best way to get started is to just mess around a little. Whether you are strumming the cords on a guitar, putting a few notes together on the piano, or humming an interesting tune…it doesn’t really matter. It’s while you are messing around that you usually stumble on something you like. You’ll find it much easier to write a song when you approach it in a fun way.<br><br>
Start thinking about what you want to say. We all have a story to tell. Whether it’s out of our every day life or a fantasy we hold, really doesn’t matter. Find something that is important for you to say or that represents you as a person and an artist. This will give you great direction for your piece as a songwriter.<br><br>
Remember to stay prepared. Once you have started writing, you’ll find that inspiration comes from a variety of places. Carry a pen and paper, or a recorder with you everywhere so that when you come across something that moves you, you’ll be ready. Staying prepared also includes keeping your heart open. Being able to listen to others express themselves in different forums, can be very moving and inspiring.<br><br>
Writing is an ongoing process. Going over and over your song can help you fine tune it. Don’t think once you’ve finished the first draft, you are done. Typically it takes quite a few drafts to get the finished quality you are seeking. Remember that practice makes perfect. Becoming a songwriter definitely takes a lot of practice, but mostly a lot of patience. Good luck and have fun!<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/851252010-09-21T15:20:00+02:002010-09-21T15:20:00+02:00A Better understanding of Royalty Free Music<div style="text-align: center;">
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Music is a big business: worldwide, revenues exceed $40 billion, which includes proceeds from sales, as well as royalties when songs are played in bars, restaurants, movies, televisions shows, on radio, or by cover bands. Because many productions, establishments, and organizations cannot afford the sometimes hefty fees levied by licensing companies, such as BMI, SESAC, and ASCAP, they opt to purchase royalty free music. What is this, and what are the advantages?<br><br>
Royalty free music, also commonly referred to as stock music, allows producers, event coordinators, venue owners, and anyone who needs music, to purchase songs or tracks once and pay no further licensing fees. This is much less expensive than purchasing the rights to play instantly recognizable songs by artists represented by licensing companies (which is virtually every major artist). Audio Micro, which has the largest user-generated library of royalty free music, seeks to offer quality stock music for end users, as well as a platform for artists, composers, and songwriters.<br><br>
Besides the obvious cost benefits, stock music has a host of other advantages. When you buy tracks or sound effects from Audio Micro, you can begin using your music immediately. The general licensing and download process is designed to be fast and easy so you can focus on the other details that will make your business or production a success. Polished, professional pieces can be used as many times as you would like without incurring any fees. Another huge advantage is that you know you are using music legally and will not be slapped with licensing fees at any point.<br><br>
Without royalty free music, the cost of using music would be prohibitive for all but the largest film or television studios. Audio Micro levels the playing field, allowing everyone from a large Hollywood studio to a film student in New York access to quality compositions. With over 150,000 original tracks to choose from and with content available for as little as $1 per minute, Audio Micro is a clear choice for all of your music needs<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/851232010-09-21T15:15:00+02:002017-02-01T21:27:13+01:00It starts with the ear<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSuL6QD0E5jvmHb0RzEzJI_oLV4N96sxTjgM2aoRoDo534hIm8&t=1&usg=__IgI1dYd80gEJSYNYC0nK3WTKM8Q=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
What makes a pro recording pro? What is the "sound" that the pros get and how can you make your recordings sound more professional?<br><br>
The simple answer is - there's no simple answer. But with careful listening and a little experience you can create excellent results with modest equipment.<br><br><b>Good mixing starts with the ear</b><br><br>
The first and most important item of equipment is - who knows? Anyone? It's your ears! Sorry to tell you this, but listening to ten hours of Rave at 110dB will do nothing for them and you might as well give your mix to a turtle rather than try to mix with misused ears.<br><br>
Listen to commercial recordings of mixes you like, analyse them, listen for the effects and get to know what constitutes the sort of sound you're after.<br><br><b>Mixing secrets</b><br><br>
There's no hidden secret to getting a good sound, but if we had to sum up the secret of mixing in two words it would be this - EQ and compression. Okay that’s three words.<br><br>
These are probably the two most important tools used by professional producers. However, like any tools, if you don't know how to use them you'll be carving Habitat tables instead of Chippendale chairs.<br><br>
That's where your ears and experience come in. Here we have assembled some production ideas, suggestions, tips and tricks but they can only be guidelines and need to be adapted to suit your material. There are no presets you can switch in to make a bad recording sound good. And if your original material has been poorly recorded not even Abbey Road could salvage your mix. But follow these suggestions and see how much your mixes improve.<br><b><br>
Get the level right</b><br><br>
You can't push the levels when recording digitally as you can when recording to tape but you still want to get as much signal into the system as possible. This means watching the levels very carefully for clipping, and recording at an even and constant level.<br><br>
Some recording software lets you monitor and set the input level from within. Some expect you to use the soundcard’s mixer while others have no facility for internally adjusting the input level and expect you to set this at source.<br><br><b>Monitors</b><br><br>
Your ears are only as good as the monitors they listen to. DO NOT expect to produce a good, pro mix on tiny computer speakers. It may sound fine on a computer system, but try it on a hi fi, in a disco and through a car stereo.<br><br>
Oddly enough, you don't necessarily need the most expensive Mic. Many top artists use what some might call "average" Mics because they work well and get the job done. You can spend a wad on a large diaphragm capacitor Mic (yes, they're good for vocals) if you have the lolly but check out dynamic Mics which are much more affordable and can be turned to several tasks.<br><br><b>Mixing MIDI and audio</b><br><br>
One of the great things about computer-based recording is that the parts can so easily be changed, edited and processed. It's also so easy to combine MIDI and audio tracks and many musicians use a combination of sample loops, MIDI parts and audio recording.<br><br>
Audio recordings are generally guitar and acoustic instruments such as the sax and vocals. Incidentally, the best way to record guitars is by sticking a Mic in front of its speakers. You can DI them and process them later and this may be cleaner but for a natural guitar sound a Miced amp is hard to beat.<br><br>
It's not necessary to record drums live and, in fact, it's difficult to do and retain a modern sound. You can buy off-the-shelf MIDI drum riffs and audio drum loops, or program your own. The quality of the gear which makes drum noises these days is such that anyone with a good riff can sound like a pro.<br><br><b>Mixing MIDI</b><br><br>
As MIDI and audio parts appear on the same screen in modern sequencers, it's very easy to arrange them into a song. However, when you come to mix everything down there's another consideration. If you are recording to DAT you can simply route the audio and MIDI outputs through a mixer and into the DAT machine.<br><br>
However, if you want to create a CD you must first convert the MIDI parts to audio data. The entire song can then be mixed to hard disk and burned to CD. Converting MIDI to audio can have another benefit and that's the ability to process the MIDI tracks using digital effects.<br><br><b>Effects</b><br><br>
There are three positions for effects known as Master, Send and Insert. Use the Master for effects you want to apply to the entire mix. These will often be EQ, compression and reverb.<br><br>
Although giving each channel its own Insert effects is kinda neat, each one uses a corresponding amount of CPU power. So if your computer is struggling and if you're using the same effect on more than one channel, make the effect a Send effect and route those channels to it.<br><br>
Many pieces of software let you apply an effect Pre or Post fader. With Post fader, the amount of sound sent to the effect is controlled by the fader. With Pre fader, the total volume level of the signal is sent. Post fader is the usual default and the one you'll use the most.<br><br><b>EQ</b><br><br>
EQ is the most popular and the most over-used effect. Yes, it can be used to try to "fix a mix" but you can't make a silk purse out of a sow's ear as me Gran used to say and what she didn't know about mixing could be written in the margin of the book of honest politicians.<br><br>
But before you start messing with EQ - or any other effect for that matter - make sure you have a decent set of speakers. Have we said that already? Oh, must be important, then.<br><br>
There are plug-in effects such as MaxxBass which can psychoacoustically enhance the bass frequencies to make it sound better on smaller speakers. However, this is by no means the same as getting a good bass sound in the first place by observing good recording principles.<br><br>
EQ can enhance a mix to add gloss, fairy dust, shimmer, sheen, a sweetener or whatever you want to call it to the final production. It can be done with enhancers and spectralisers, too, although these tend to mess with the harmonics which some producers don't like. However, don't dismiss them out of hand.<br><br>
General EQ lore says that you should cut rather than boost. If a sound is top-heavy, the temptation is to boost the mid and bass ranges. But then what usually happens is you start boosting the upper range to compensate and you simply end up boosting everything and you're back where you started - only louder!<br><br>
The reason why cutting is preferred is that boosting also boosts the noise in the signal which is not what you want. Try it. Boost every frequency and listen to the result. If you think it sounds okay, fine. What do we know?<br><br>
But when you're fiddling, do keep an eye on the output meter. Boosting EQ inevitably means increasing the gain and it's so-o-o-o easy to clip the output causing distortion which does not sound good.<br><br>
Finally, check EQ changes to single tracks while playing back the entire piece. In other words, listen to the tracks in context with all the other tracks. It may sound fine in isolation but some frequencies may overlap onto other tracks making the piece frequency rich in some places and frequency poor in others.<br><br><b>Reverb</b><br><br>
Reverb creates space. It gives the impression that a sound was recorded in a hall or canyon instead of the broom cupboard. Recording lore suggests that you record everything dry, with no reverb, so you can experiment with a choice later on. You can't un-reverb a track once it's been recorded.<br><br>
The more reverb you apply, the further away sound will seem. To make a vocal up-front, use only enough reverb to take away the dryness. Vocals don't want to be mushy (lyrics can be mushy) so use a bright reverb.<br><br>
A common novice error is to swamp everything with different types of reverb. Don't - it sounds horrible!<br><br><b>Mixing down</b><br><br>
You've done all the recordings, done the edits, applied the effects and now it's time to mix everything into a Big Number One Hit! Before you do, go home and have a good night's sleep. Have two. In fact, sleep for a week.<br><br>
Yes, we know you're hot and raring to go but your ears are tired. They're falling asleep. Listen carefully and you might hear then snore!<br><br>
There is a phenomenon known as ear fatigue and consistent exposure to sound, especially the same frequencies, makes our ears less responsive to them. Goes back to the bit about spending your life in a Rave club - you'll never be a master producer. If you try to mix after spending a day arranging, your ears will not be as responsive, so do them and your mix a favour by waiting at least a day.<br><br>
Now, go forth and mix! And don’t forget - you get better with practice. Good luck and have fun!<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/850642010-09-20T16:19:51+02:002017-02-01T21:27:10+01:00Changing Pace<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRK_2Fmjg3mE9OJbpmhYYjjEFOWD7aNSwsX4TIWbIp9pJNrt1A&t=1&usg=__deWPorM7p-vP0u2wzjK7VhdFcVU=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
Habituation is the name for our tendency to respond less to something the more we’re exposed to it. While the concept is academically important to psychologists and biologists, it also has enormous significance for anyone serious about mixing or mastering music.<br><br>
We likely come by this tendency through evolution. Our hunter-gatherer ancestors relied on habituation to “tune out” uninteresting elements in their surroundings. They depended on seeing movements among unchanging trees and grasses, and hearing small sounds amid constant background noise, both to seek out food and to avoid becoming food! But even today, this dulling of our senses to repeated information is important. We’d quickly succumb to information overload if we focused on all the stimuli fed to us by our senses, 11mbps, or 120Gb per day, by some estimations. Without the ability to filter this information for what’s important, we’d be swamped.<br><br>
The mechanism by which we filter is known as sensory adaptation. In short, our brains place greater significance on changes in stimulus than on the absolute overall level of the stimulus. You’re likely most familiar with this effect as it relates to light sensitivity and temperature sensitivity. Step indoors on a sunny day, and you’ll find yourself blind for a few moments. Run your hands under cold water after handling snow, and you’ll realize that cold water only feels “cold” when we have warm water for contrast. Our sensory perception is relative.<br><br>
It’s important to realize that human hearing is also subject to sensory adaptation. Notice how you become aware of an air conditioner or fridge when the device stops making sound. Your brain keys in on the change rather than the overall level. In fact if we constantly focused on these background sounds, we’d have little attention left to notice the sounds that might really be important. We’re not listening for predators like our ancestors, but we still need to hear the phone ring, or the car approaching from around the corner!<br><br>
Our ears grow used to repeated sounds. And mixing is exactly that: Listening to the same sounds repeatedly. So mixing engineers need to be especially aware of sensory adaptation, and the dulling effect it has on our hearing.<br><br>
By checking a reference CD periodically while you mix, you ensure that habituation and sensory adaptation don’t get in the way of a balanced sound. The reference CD gives your ears a change and keeps your brain honest. <br><br>
Good luck and have fun!<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/850632010-09-20T16:14:03+02:002022-02-02T07:56:31+01:00Mixing Tips<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSrbTIY7nlwWIW7-4riJ3YosVSIHpzszFjgPlm_doBmrt7LcrM&t=1&usg=__XAf1UtEHbIITv_x8TrwvZlJIdls=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
<br><b>Mixing always takes longer than you expect:</b> <br>
We lose track of time when we’re enjoying ourselves. So allow for this, and give yourself lots of time to record and mix. For example, don’t put aside a single day and plan on recording and mixing four or five songs. Instead, set more realistic goals, and you’ll be happier with the result. One song, well recorded and evenly mixed, is an admirable achievement for a day’s work.<br><br><b>You can always revisit the song:</b> <br>
Have you ever put off finishing a mix because you fear the result won’t sound as perfect as you imagine it? Some folks never manage to finish anything because of this quest for perfection. But sometimes, you just need to call a job done and move on. This is much easier to do when “done” can just as easily mean “to be polished and perfected later.”<br><br><b>Be honest with yourself:</b> <br>
And most importantly, be honest about your abilities. Of course, you must stretch your limits to improve, but don’t hold yourself to unreal expectations. Your mix doesn’t sound radio-ready because you haven’t been at it as long as the major label mixers and producers. Skills like theirs, however, will come to you if you put in the time.<br><br><b>Take a break from the mix:</b> There’s nothing like “fresh ears” to bring perspective to a mix. Thanks to habituation, you lose objectivity in your hearing, especially after the hundredth time listening to a song effectively on repeat. Taking breaks is especially important when you mix for a deadline. If time allows, spend a few days away from the track and listen to lots of other music. Reset your ears. But even if you only have a few hours before the deadline, it still helps to step away from the mix. Any change in your listening perspective will help you notice elements of the mix you’ve been unconsciously ignoring.<br><br>
Remember to always have an open ear and a creative mind when it comes to mixing your song. Good luck and have fun!<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/849562010-09-17T17:01:43+02:002017-02-01T21:27:04+01:00Making Your Cheap Mic Worthwhile<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSkCCzp3gjtpn62KAAtI3vKO2VP9uBCbhCH17SxVXNqgmfMXGE&t=1&usg=__nKjK_-hajGy54uSS4x0fxg-EVR4=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
For most home recordists, working with cheap microphones is a fact of life. “Amateur” and “budget-constrained” are practically synonymous in audio engineering.<br><br>
But cheap doesn’t have to mean bad. With a little effort, even the most cost-conscious mic owner can capture great sounds.<br><br>
To that end, here are 7 tips for getting the most from your cheap microphones.<br><br><b>1. Understand your mic’s shortcomings.</b><br>
Correct use of a mic depends on knowing its characteristics, and cheaper mics tend to share some common traits. Cheap condensers can sound overly bright and tinny, where their dynamic counterparts tend toward a boxy, midrange sound. Keeping this in mind will help you decide when and where your mic should be used.<br><br><b>2. Don’t assume your most expensive mic is best.</b><br>
If you have several microphones, and especially if you have a choice between different types (condenser, dynamic, ribbon,) resist the temptation to reach for the most expensive mic every time. Many professional engineers, with gear lockers full of names like Neumann and Earthworks, still swear by the SM57 for certain tasks. What’s “best” changes from musician to musician, and instrument to instrument. So try all your mics, and record with the one that sounds best, even if it didn’t cost the most.<br><b><br>
3. Adjust the source.</b><br>
Rather than rely on effects to compensate for your mic’s shortcomings, try changing sounds at their source, before recording.<br><br>
If your mic sounds dull or dark, push more high frequencies from the source: Use fresh guitar strings, clean your cymbals, boost your amp’s presence. On the other hand, if your mic is too bright, work at softening the treble sounds in whatever you’re recording. Try heavier gauge strings, dampen cymbals and drums with felt or tape, and sing through a pop screen or other wind filter.<br><b><br>
4. Play with position.</b><br>
Getting the most from budget equipment always requires effort. With microphones, this effort should focus on positioning. Everything about a mic’s placement affects how it captures sound: Its distance from the source, the direction it’s pointing, even its distance from the floor and walls.<br><br>
This takes time of course, especially for those of us without assistants. But the improved sound you capture can only help your recordings.<br><br><b>5. Check for mods.</b><br>
To keep prices down, manufacturers of cheap microphones often cut corners, and use discount components. If you’re comfortable with pliers, most microphones can be tweaked to compensate for these production efficiencies.<br><br>
Virtually every mic can be modified. And in some cases dramatic improvements in sound are possible. Google is your friend here – see, for example, the myriad modifications one can make to an SM57. The Prodigy Pro forums are also a great resource, full of schematics, diagrams, and like-minded hackers!<br><br><b>6. Try wide corrective EQ settings.</b><br>
Narrow EQ adjustments can introduce ringing, and in extreme cases will accentuate the characteristics of your mic that make it sound cheap. Broad EQ corrections sound much less obvious.<br><br>
A high-shelf cut at 10Khz, even if only 2 or 3dB, can work wonders to take the edge off a brittle-sounding condenser. A gentle high-shelf boost at 8Khz can add some life to the sound of a dull mic without over-emphasizing its shortcomings.<br><br><b>7. Adjust your performance.</b><br>
Imagine recording a “cymbal basher” with a cheap condenser. The drummer produces too many high frequencies to begin with, and the mic inherently captures extra treble, so the recording will likely end up a useless wash of high-end white noise. When you can’t change mics, there’s only one way to address this: Have the drummer hit the cymbals softer and less often.<br><br>
And practically every performance can benefit from this removal of extra material. Remember what Debussy said: “Music is the space between the notes.”<br><br>
Or think of it this way: The fewer notes you record, the less your cheap mic needs to capture! Good luck and have fun!<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/849552010-09-17T16:55:00+02:002021-02-09T07:08:16+01:00Building A Computer Based Recording Studio<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTt1LkaLqiwpfCU51PbweVubyTtM5lxCN5ar1Fnf4dUBc2nHKA&t=1&usg=__p2sZ5RQ-MZ409AjpvEbd4uq9xkk=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
Want to turn your home PC into a complete Recording studio to record edit, and play back digital audio files, this article, describes how and what you need do it.<br>
Do you possess a multimedia PC with a sound card and speaker? All you require is an inexpensive recording and editing software to your PC, with this you can produce high-quality, effective voice and music recordings. The basic prerequisite to get a level of recording are a PC, Quiet recording space, Microphone, Speakers and headphones, recording software. Our aim is to record a clear, close voice track, so we need a Quiet recording space, which means keeping noise and the sound of the room out of the reach till the finished recording meets all our needs. Professional's records in closet specially designed to keep noises out and make their voice sound good.<br><br>
To get your voice or recordings into the computer, you need a microphone. Don't relay on the dull one that you got with your computer. Choose high-quality, inexpensive Microphone that sounds far better. Microphones are available from music or audio equipment suppliers. There are microphones for the basic voice work. Choose the microphone that best suits for female voice and male voice.<br><br>
Choosing of computer speakers tends to be given importance because it impacts on getting quality output of recording. Computer speakers are adequate for recording, editing, and finishing basic recordings, but empower some decent powered speakers to get better quality output. The net result you get in recording apparently depends on the Recording software that is being used. Choose recording software equipped with all editing features such as with best bit rate, creating special effects adding music and/or sound effects and the software should present your recordings in the formats you desire. The music software that best suits for professionals as well as beginners are FlexiMusic's FlexiMusic Wave Editor, a software for recording and editing.<br><br><b>Part 1: </b><br>
Getting Started Fasten up your equipment by plugging your microphone into your sound card's microphone. Be careful in this, since there are three plugs there, choose the one that Is written as "Mic". Now launch the software that controls the sound card's recording source (for this you can use the "Recording source" command in FlexiMusic Wave Editor). Then select your recording source (Mic) and adjust its volume at 100%. Start your recording program (say FlexiMusic Wave Editor), choose stereo, bit rates of 16 bits, 44kHz of sampling rate and at CD-quality. Start the recording command. Adjust the volume so that Digital level meters shows 3/4th volume, if it exceeds it will sound horribly distorted. To improve the sound of your recordings, get closer to the mic. The farther away you are from it, the more you pick up the room noise around you. Get closer and your voice is closer. Advantage of getting closer to microphone may bring out the lower frequencies in your voice and can make you sound more powerful. Obviously, locate your recording area away from noisy equipment. Some precautionary things that are to be taken care are, put a little distance between the mic and the noise source. Avoid salty foods immediately before your recording session. Have some water nearby and apply a little lip balm. These will keep your mouth and lips lubricated. When you're ready to record, speak clearly and slowly. You can always tense up your recording while editing. If an error occurs go back to the nearest sentence start and continue on again.<br><br><b>Part 2:</b><br>
Editing the recordings "As haste makes waste", don't fix everything in one take. Record as many times as needed and assemble the best parts into the final recording. Calculate whether the recording done has everything that you desired. If not, don't pamper, go back and re-record the bits you need, listen again, and repeat the process until you obtain the desired. You see a two-dimensional representation of the words as sound waveforms. You can hear the words as you play them. Cut, copy, paste is all the techniques you apply when editing sound. Early to begin editing, make sure to turn off the mic, disconnect the headphones, and switch off speakers. Delete the unnecessary things that interrupt the output of the recording. Eliminate the junk and move further improving your performance. Never give up to until you get the best result of recording. Do carry out as many takes as needed, find the best takes out of it and build your final version from them.<br><br>
Make sure of any changes you have done during editing. Analyze, if you can make it better. Check whether the volume is consistent? Are there any noises, background sounds, or other unwanted junk parts that which can be eliminated or reduce? After editing the voice, to make it efficient better you can add music or sound effects to enhance the final version. You add the back ground effect using the same software FlexiMusic Wave Editor, open the music file in audio software, select, and copy it to the clipboard. If needed trim the music to match the length of your voice recording, then, place the cursor at the start of your voice recording, and select Edit > Paste Mix. Make sure that you can hear your voice recording clearly with the music playing in the background. Now make the best use of your audio software's to maximize the recording's volume. Next, choose a format in which you want your recordings to be such as, Mp3, WMA, Snd, Raw, and Au. Select the recording which is in the waveform and save the file to the audio format of your choice. Using mp3 or WMA files is useful to save space on your hard drive while retaining reasonably good quality and for transmitting your work over the Internet.<br><br>
Finally you have done it! You can play back the file in FlexiMusic Wave Editor, or with any audio program, such as Windows Media Player or Winamp, and transliterate the recording. Good luck and have fun!<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/849062010-09-16T17:16:36+02:002017-02-01T21:27:02+01:00Making Music Your Day Job<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRp4RK_aAPaDIEVcCLA3cgyudBtBcGaRB0IaYm92K1MFRuc2Vg&t=1&usg=__gm5_v4A-dABbF952M9xlThMQGH0=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
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Making a living in the music industry is the ideal dream of millions, but given the challenges that arise, only a small percentage of those dreamers ever fabricate their aspirations into a reality. So without further adue, here are some tips to help you make a living in the music industry.<br><br>
* <b>Build your fans strategically</b> – Developing and building fans isn’t a random occurrence, in fact a psychologist could tell you that it is a simple emotional connection using music. All you need to do is build an emotional connection with music fans. When your fan sees you perform, does your music connect with them? Or do you connect with them personally? If not, they will not become your fan.<br><br>
* <b>Know your stuff</b> - They say that if you want to win the game, you’ve got to know the game. The music industry is no exception to this saying – if you want to sign a record deal then your best bet is to learn exactly how you can get that record deal.<br><br>
* <b>Explore and research alternative revenue streams</b> – Putting all of your eggs in one basket has never been an advised tactic to success, so instead of putting all of your hopes into selling 1,000,000 copies of your hit single, try and explore some alternative routes to earning a living from music such as writing music for film, performing live or pursuing sponsorship deals.<br><br>
* <b>Take calculated risks</b> – Essentially, as a musician you are a business and you will need to take a certain amount of risk to reap your rewards. Now I don’t mean blowing your annual salary on a gigantic order or T-shirts in the hope that they will quadruple your income, i’m talking about the calculated risks – investing your money in travelling to music industry networking events, paying to get a number of CD’s pressed that you know you can sell and earn a profit from etc.<br><br>
* <b>Network, Network, Network </b>- When you ask any under achieving musician why they think they failed to achieve making a living in the music industry, you can bet your bottom dollar that their excuse will probably be something to do with not having enough contacts. People always say “It’s who you know”, and they’re certainly right, but that is not a limiting factor – no one is so unapproachable that you can’t get to know them, it is more likely that the person saying this just isn’t trying hard enough to meet these people.<br><br>
* <b>Use other peoples success</b> – It’s not unethical to run off of other peoples success if you are doing them a favour, performing collaborations, covers, remixes and features will introduce you to the original artist’s audience – use this as a way to build your fan base.<br><br>
* <b>Be likeable</b> - One of the arts to building your fan base is ‘being likeable’, could you make any person you meet like you and become a fan of your music? Could you do it without them even hearing your music? Coming across as approachable and a nice person can go a long way when trying to develop a large fan base.<br><br>
* <b>Set Targets and meet them</b> – There are many statistics around that illustrate the point that if you physically set out a series of targets or aims, you are more likely to achieve them. Admittedly, this is a seemingly pointless and time consuming task, but if you can really convince your self to accomplish maybe five realistic goals by the end of the year, you might just surprise yourself!<br><br>
* <b>Quantity AND Quality matter</b> - The popular old phrase suggests we forget about quantity, as it is just a compromise on quality right? Wrong. The best artists combine both – in terms of music you should aim to produce as many songs as possible that are great, the more opportunities you have for a fan to stumble across your music the better.<br><br>
* <b>Don’t be a one man band</b> - but don’t try and be a multinational corporation. Find yourself a small group of dedicated and motivated friends or music industry contacts who are willing to put aside some of their time to help develop your career.<br><br>
When it all comes down to it, all you need is passion and belief that if you work hard enough on something, you are bound to reap the rewards in the future. Let's just hope it's the immediate future! Good luck and have fun!<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/849052010-09-16T17:00:00+02:002022-03-16T20:19:55+01:00Tips on Landing A Record Deal<div style="text-align: center;">
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Thankfully, in this day and age getting signed to a record label is no longer the only way to go from bedroom musician to internationally touring superstar, but record labels do still play an important role in developing and marketing new artists.<br><br>
But how do you get signed to a record label? How do you know what is a good deal? And what do you do when you are signed to retain your record deal?<br><br>
The key to getting a record label to consider your music is to present yourself in a way that makes it clear to them that you are a good investment, because after all record labels are indeed businesses and so they are likely to perceive you as a ‘product’, and just like in the Dragons Den, they will be the Dragon that makes a decision whether you’re a valuable investment of the record labels time and money or not. <br><br>
Record label A&R scouts typically only respond to a small percentage of emails they receive from aspiring artists, here are some tips on contacting and building relationships with record labels.<br><br>
Do's and Don'ts When Contacting Record Labels<br><br>
* Don't attach large files to emails, add links to files instead.<br><br>
* Don't include your whole biography in your contact email, just introduce yourself, explain why you're getting in contact and add a link to your full press pack.<br><br>
* Don't pester record labels if they don't reply to you - inform them of your updates creatively (Twitter being an ideal platform)<br><br>
* Don't contact record labels unless you're ready for a record deal.<br><br>
* Do make your demo stand out with creative packaging, or a thought provoking email subject line<br><br>
* Do include your contact details on every item you send to a record label (including the CDR!)<br><br>
* Do research the record label before you send your demo to them to ensure you are not wasting their time<br><br>
* Don't start your emails or press pack off with 'Dear A&R Scout' or 'Dear Record Label Manager', instead address the contact by their name even if it requires quickly phoning up before hand. <br><br>
There you have it, I hope this helps you get your music career off to a good start. Good Luck and have fun!<br><br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/848002010-09-14T16:30:43+02:002020-07-28T04:00:15+02:00Pre-studio Checklist<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTKSbB31w0L8CsVK12gogQHePhKQoee3fFjloM5BA6JPcRxosA&t=1&usg=__hql9350MpLjQWEbRVGx8xlODQys=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
Since you’re paying your hard-earned money to a recording studio for their time, it’s in your best interest to go in prepared and maximize your use of their expertise/facility.<br><br>
So, here’s a quick check list of what to do before you head to the studio. Don’t skimp on this — it can really affect how your recording will come out.<br><br>
* Figure out which songs to record.<br><br>
* Know the keys to all the songs. Experiment with tuning/capo before going to the studio to figure out the key that sounds the best and/or is the easiest for the singer (the most important consideration)<br><br>
* Know the tempo to all the songs. You don’t have to use clicks if your rhythm section is solid, but still, figure out the precise BPM (beats per minute) of every song before you go in. Recording, like playing live, can affect your mood and make tempos feel fast or slow — you don’t want to rush or drag just because you aren’t in the right frame of mind.<br><br>
* Record your songs. Wait, you said before going to studio… yes. Tape your rehearsal, and listen to it before heading to a recording studio. It will reveal issues with songwriting, arrangements and performance. By all means, address those issues before going into studio.<br><br>
* Put new strings on your guitars. New heads on your drums.<br><br>
* Write out settings for your effects/amps. They may change during sessions, but you’ll know where to start.<br><br>
* Make sure all your everyone knows when and where to show up.<br><br>
* Type out lyric sheets. You think you remember words to your songs, right? But actually, in studio you’ll be thinking of a lot of other things besides the words — and it sure helps to read off lyric sheets, so you have one less thing to compute with your brain. Make sure the font is big enough for you to see.<br><br>
* Get good sleep. Not just the night before, but 2-3 nights before. Think you perform your best when you’re sleep deprived?<br><br>
* Eat a solid meal. The same as above. Empty stomach = grumpier mood = think negatively.<br><br>
* Show up before your schedule time.<br><br>
I'm sure that this is not the ultimate plan before you go to a studio but think of it as a guideline on which you start your pre-studio plan from. It may not be the same as this one, but it will surely help if you go into a studio prepared and ready to record so as to save time and lots and lots of cash.<br><br type="_moz">Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/847982010-09-14T16:21:08+02:002021-01-12T10:34:49+01:00Practice and confidence<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="//t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRo5yFkamHzyKtdAFmz42RWGePnRLin4FSUu6bi3PDK6l8lNCI&t=1&usg=__agJxa-ST8wUgJi3Ias_q9DeepTM=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
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So here’s the basic rule: unless you achieve enough competency as a performer to put in enough feelings into the performance for the audience to pick out, they will not respond to you.<br><br>
And therein lies the goal of practicing: to acquire the ability to effectively express feelings through your performance.<br><br>
It’s hard to convey anything except discomfort if you can’t tune your guitar, strum it in rhythm and do it like you mean business. You can’t stir up feelings when you’re stuttering through your lines — either in yourself or in the audience. This is why you need to practice and acquire techniques, so you can not only execute the moves required to play the piece of music, but also say something in doing so.<br><br>
That said, this ability to express yourself is also greatly tied to the larger you — how confident/comfortable you are in your own skin.<br><br>
Let’s say you’re taking a speech class. You learn the mechanics of how to craft a good speech — and you also learn and practice how to deliver one. But you fundamentally hate getting up in front of people, and even after you repeatedly practice and get the techniques down, you still can’t deliver once on the podium.<br><br>
This problem has roots in a deeper place. There are some deep set fears in you that prevents real you to make an appearance in front of people. It doesn’t matter how many hours you spend practicing. Unless you do something to deal with this fundamental obstacle, you can’t deliver a soul-stirring speech.<br><br>
The same thing applies to musicians. All the practice in the world will do you no good if you can’t build up the confidence to get in front of people and perform. The flip side is that if you are very comfortable and confident in your own skin, you don’t require as much technical proficiency as the next guy — stumbling or awkward, you’ll still manage to say something with what’s in your arsenal.<br><br>
If you really come out of your shell and say it with true emotions, it still has the chance to stir the same feelings in those listening to you.<br><br>
This is what happens to likes of Neil Young and Kurt Cobain. They are not technical wizards, but they can still say a lot on their guitars. In fact, a whole genre of music is built around this concept of relying on gut-wrenching emotional display over technical wizardly: blues. This is the reason why blues guitar players frown on the notion of fast, technical playing, as they see it as a mask, just flashy display to hide your real feelings behind it.<br><br>
They say that the way to improve fast is to practice smartly, not the number of hours you spend practicing. By focusing your efforts on confidence-building both on and off the instruments, you’re taking a more direct path to becoming a great musician. Not everyone is meant to be a virtuoso or prodigy. But that’s the great thing about popular music — anyone, even those with only a limited technical ability, can become great.<br><br>
So there’s no reason to lose hope or hold yourself back. If music is what you want to make, go practice!<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/847122010-09-13T17:55:00+02:002010-09-13T17:55:00+02:00If it drains you, don't do it!<div style="text-align: center;"><img 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Many musicians get into music because they LOVE playing drums, for example. They love it so much they want to do it for a living. But then the world says, “If you're going to be in the music business, you have to understand cross-collaterization! You have to read this book on music business law. And you need a great website. So you have to learn HTML. And Flash. And how to stream audio files on the web. And you need to understand marketing, and accounting, and etc etc etc....”<br><br>
Soon this drummer is spending all his time doing everything BUT play the drums, and decides it's not worth it! He gets a job at a bank and loses interest in his drums, because a career in music now seems like the most awful thing ever.<br><br>
Yes, the people who said he should know all that stuff meant well, but nothing is worth losing your enthusiasm. NOTHING!<br><br>
You have to pay close attention to that compass, even in little day-to-day decisions. You get offered a gig - they're on the phone waiting for an answer - is it exciting you or draining you? To make a new website is going to take about 10 hours of work. Does that excite you or drain you?<br><br>
If it doesn't excite you, don't do it.<br><br>
There's almost nothing that you MUST do. Someone somewhere is excited to do the things that drain you. Find them and let them do it.<br><br>
Work towards this ideal, and soon you'll be doing only what excites you the most, all day. Then you'll find that doors open for you, opportunities come your way, life seems to go easier, because you're doing what you're meant to do.<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/845662010-09-10T14:55:00+02:002017-02-01T21:26:43+01:00Music Theory - Should you learn it?<div style="text-align: left;"><img src="//t3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRLbQ8a-piC9BLxS945lJqN86YK7YIV-38_r5obrsX8AbmKWtw&t=1&usg=__ebDicJMPa7UU-KdoCpqapYCbeLY=" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" /></div>
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Music theory is often considered a set of rules. And let’s face it, musicians hate rules, dont’ they? Rules tend to limit and box a person`s freedom.<br><br>
But you know what? They are not rules. They are systems and guidelines. And their purpose is to explain how and why music works.<br><br>
If you are a songwriter, I’m sure you’ve come across bits and pieces that you like but you’re not sure what to do with it. Or have a tune that’s stuck in your head, but the chords you try to put beneath is don’t just sound right.<br><br>
Can you put together a radio without knowing what each piece does and how they fit together? Yes, you can, if you have a kit with good directions. But knowing the theory behind how they are put together and how they work — you all the sudden gain the ability to troubleshoot when things are not working and options in terms of what features to give it and how to put it together.<br><br>
Knowing the theory gives you a starting point, and from there you can stretch the system here, break out a piece there — and start brewing your own little concoctions. All the while knowing exactly when things are still working and when they stop doing so.<br><br>
Or on the other hand, knowing the theory will give you the power to analyze what other people’s songs are doing — hear a cool chord, an interesting riff, or an impressive melody? Now you can take the song apart, figure out what’s going on, and be able to steal the pieces that sounded appealing to your own writing. Just like taking apart a radio and stealing cool bits to your own new invention.<br><br>
Knowledge is power, there’s no doubt about it. Don’t engage in some kind of snobbism or "Everything That Reminds Me of School Is Uncool" attitude. Unleash your curiosity and learn at every opportunity you get, soak up everything you can. Because music theory is your tool box if you plan to build songs. The more tools you acquire and learn how to use, the greater the range of music you can create, and the better your creation will be.<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/845082010-09-09T17:35:00+02:002020-11-13T06:00:09+01:00Standing Out<div style="text-align: left;"><img src="//www.rajeshsetty.com/wp-content/uploads/stand-out.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" style="width: 385px; height: 221px;" /></div>
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Uniqueness is often equated as “originality” though they are not necessarily the same. Originality is more of a technique, a device that differentiates your song from others — more like creativity. Uniqueness, on the other hand, refers more to individuality. The less your songs resemble the Tried And True songwriting conventions, the more unique your song becomes.<br><br>
Now, let’s stop there and state the obvious. Are you unique as a person?<br><br>
The answer, obviously, is a resounding YES. There’s nobody like you in this world. You may think that you are “typical” in many ways, in terms of your background or upbringing or education. However, there’s no such thing as an “ordinary” life. Everyone has a unique, unduplicated combination of experience, life events and influences. For example, if you compare the music collections of two serious music lovers, it’s virtually impossible to find them to contain the exact same set of albums and artists.<br><br>
In short, you are unique. That’s built into your nature. You can’t help but be a unique person.<br><br>
So, how do you become a unique songwriter? It’s actually simple. You just need to write songs that reflect the inherent uniqueness you possess.<br><br>
As stated above, no two musicians have the exact same sets of influences. Even if you and someone else grew up listening to the same kinds of music, inevitably you are picking up different bits and pieces from them — the particular sets of music in your influence is always unique. That’s where we start.<br><br>
Music is a subjective art, so everyone has a different definition of what makes a good song. To make you an unique artist, you need to basically identify what makes a song “good” for yourself. Because you are a unique person, what sounds good to you will be different from anyone else, even if the difference is subtle. Don’t worry at this point if your music taste still seems generic enough to be ordinary.<br><br>
In short, uniqueness is not really a pursuit for being different for difference’s sake. Rather, uniqueness naturally happens when you learn to write songs that honestly reflect that unique person that you are, with an eye toward emphasizing the rarer elements. It’s not an overnight process to develop a distinctive songwriting style, but with correct focus and diligence, anyone can develop his/her own individualized writing style. And having a distinctive style is a tremendous asset, one that can play a great role in developing a lasting career.<br><br>
Take Kurt Cobain for example, when he wrote songs like “Smells Like Teen Spirit” and “Come as You Are.”, they were so NOT the style of music that was dominating the airwaves. He was simply writing songs that honestly reflected who he was. And they became powerful statements that millions of people related to.<br><br>
In reality, most artists really fail at being unique. Because they are after the quick and easy acceptance that comes from doing what’s expected, they never dig deep enough to bring out what’s unique about them. If you get to a point where you honestly believe that you have developed a distinctive songwriting style, you’ve already made leaps and bounds into the pursuit of building a thriving career. The only remaining tasks are to record/perform those songs, and to find people who dig them — and those are the easy parts.<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/844532010-09-08T17:10:00+02:002010-09-08T17:10:00+02:00Cliches - Do they still work?<div style="text-align: left;"><img 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How many times have you heard lines like these in a song: feel the pain/by my side/set me free/lost without you/broken heart/all we've been through/hold me close/my foolish pride/all night long/give you my heart/want you, need you, love you/all my love/more than friends/never let you go/more than words can say/when you walked into the room/when you came into my life/when I first saw you/dream come true/call on me/our love is forever, and the ever popular/oh baby?<br><br>
Then there are the cliché rhymes: hold (take my) your hand... understand... be your man, dance... take a chance... romance, kiss you... miss you and on and on. Of course, you've never been guilty of using any of these worn-out phrases and rhymes. Or are you?<br><br>
Most of the songs you hear on radio are written by the artists who perform them. In those cases, there are few, if any, who are willing or able to criticize the artist's songs, particularly once the artist is successful. Also remember that a lyric is not a song, it's not a record and many artists are signed because they've gotten a great sound, a great look and a vocal identity and style that allows an audience to recognize them instantly. If you're a lyricist, you may hear those cliché lines and disregard the fact that other factors, including a dynamic, engaging melody and groove for the style of the artist contributes to the success of the song, and great arrangement and production contributes to the success of the record. No matter what A&R reps say about the songs being the most important factor, it ain't necessarily so, though it's certainly most always true for pop ballads and country.<br><br>
It's always important to avoid them, but if you're a writer submitting songs to artists who don't write (or who write but record "outside songs" in hopes of getting a hit whether they write it or not). Your song passes the ears of publishers, producers and A&R reps who, no matter how young, have already heard thousands of songs. They've heard all the worn-out lines and predictable rhymes mentioned above and more. They know that, in order to compete with the songs submitted by the world's most successful writers, your song has to be better than theirs. It has to be so unique and compelling that they would not have thought of it and that they know it could become a hit for another artist if they don't record it themselves. Lyrics full of clichés are viewed as lyrics that anyone could write since they're ones that have already been written, since they use phrases heard over and over again.<br><br>
The best way to avoid clichés is to write with as much specific detail as possible about your own personal experiences and trust that you tap universal emotions. Also, if you've heard the line before, push yourself to find a new way to say it. How often have you heard, "break my heart"? Now tell me how often you'd heard "Unbreak My Heart," before the Diane Warren song became a major hit for Toni Braxton? She took a cliché and did something so simple and obvious that writers all over the world are kicking themselves for not thinking of it first. Your job is to think of it first and good luck!<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/843882010-09-07T15:30:00+02:002017-02-01T21:26:35+01:00The Value of a Song<div style="text-align: center;"> </div>
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Music one can easily dance to dominates the charts, and, admittedly, many fans know the rhythm of their favorite tracks better than the words. This, however, has almost always been the case. It’s not that nobody has anything important to say anymore, just that, right now, we aren’t listening hard enough.<br><br>
For exmple, Bob Dylan’s popularity came at a time when people were more willing to listen, but it isn’t like club music disappeared entirely. Even in the midst of Blood on the Tracks, one of Dylan’s more popular records, disco was thriving as a genre. Just as there will always be dance-worthy tunes, there will always be artists producing tracks with compelling lyrics.<br><br>
The difference lies in the mainstream culture of the time. During the revolution of the 60's, listeners were looking for something more than what the Top 40 told them was hot. The songs that had a message quickly became popular, and as this fan base grew in numbers, so did record sales. The result is that the Billboard Charts reflected this phenomena, and musicians with something to say were more apt to rank higher.<br><br>
Perhaps part of the reason for the present shift in tastes is the intense media saturation. At no other point in history have we been so interconnected -- able to communicate with everybody, online, from anywhere in the world. Ideas and stories are shared in the blink of an eye and the quantity of it all is mind-boggling.<br><br>
Maybe I'm part of the old generation, who are just so tired from listening to everything already being shoved at them, that they just need a distraction now and then. Music is the easiest to dismiss and if the words are being tuned out, there really isn’t much of a point to listen if you can’t dance to it.<br><br>
I know not everyone ignores good songwriting. But with the constant blaring of the internet, television and movies there are too many things to divert our attention. Still, some people are out there, tuned in and listening, and there will always be artists recording songs to satiate this niche. Sacrificing quality songwriting over mass media demands. It's sad but true, but here is hoping that future artists will steer away from the lure of today's "demand" and bring back the days where the songs matter and artists stood for something other than the brand or product that they represent.<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/841512010-09-03T17:50:00+02:002021-10-22T12:47:39+02:00A Little Tip for Aspiring Songwriters<div style="text-align: left;">
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<div style="text-align: justify;">Professional songwriters never sit down and think "Hmmm, I'll just write from my heart and I'll end up with a great song." It never happens! They all have a set of techniques they use to help them write!<br><br>
The best songwriters usually achieve their fluency by writing about everyday topics such as love, using a different angle each time. In this way, their audience remains interested and entertained by having an old and familiar subject treated in a new and interesting way.<br><br>
Think of something you'd like to write about. Maybe a bad relationship from your past, or an occasion or event that sticks in your mind, literally anything! Then do a stream of consciousness session where you take a few sheets of paper and just write about your chosen topic. Just let the words flow onto the page without worrying if any of it makes sense.<br><br>
Repetition increases the likelyhood of repetition, that means the more you do something, the more you are likely to do it. The more you get into the habit of writing down lyrics in a notebook that you carry with you at all times, the more likely you are to write down lyrics in a notebook that you carry with you at all times. Get into the habit of writing down your thoughts when your inspiration strikes because ideas always strike when you least expect them.<br><br>
Your inspiration could be in the form of a lyric, a sound you heard in the street, an unusual chord change you heard on the radio or a rhythm your mum was tapping out on her coffee cup. By doing this, you can consult your own wisdom as and when you need it. These are the gems that will determine your style and show you your way forward.<br><br>
It is easy to discount a popular and easily understood song as "not creatively sound". Nothing could be further from the truth. Music and lyrics are a very subjective thing, and everyone is different. Your least favorite song could be somebody else's all time favorite.<br><br>
Realize that to write a song, you do not need to be anybody other than who you are, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Whether you are beating out a rhythm on a pair of spoons or bowing an upright punk guitar accompanied by someone tap dancing in a different time signature, songwriting is subjective. Someone somewhere will love whatever you do, someone somewhere will absolutely trash it as the most unbelievable pile of garbage to ever appear on the music scene in the history of music. The most important question you need to ask yourself at the end of the day is, do you like it?</div>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/840222010-09-01T15:25:00+02:002022-03-22T22:11:09+01:00Storytelling Through Songs<div style="text-align: left;"><img src="//www.kstoolkit.org/file/view/storytelling.gif/33222395/storytelling.gif" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" style="width: 276px; height: 189px;" /></div>
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Some of us don't equate songwriting with telling stories unless it's in the form of a folk song. Folk songs often have what is called an AAA structure, with "A" representing the verse without chorus, therefore lending themselves easily to a story format. Many of the 60's folk artists wrote in this style, which is in fact one of the oldest songwriting formats around.<br><br>
A lot of pop songs on the charts these days don't rely very heavily on storytelling or even good lyric writing! I'm sure you can think of popular songs where you have no idea what it's really about, but you can relate to parts of it which has a great musical hook, so it's on your list of favourites. Does that mean you can get away with writing nonsense lyrics? Think again!<br><br>
As far as stories go, any good one will draw you in from the first sentence, hold your attention all the way through and satisfy you with a great ending...maybe even leave you wanting more! When you write a song, even if it isn't in the folk or storytelling format, you need to remember to have the same elements ; a beginning, a middle and an end. <br><br>
But what if there isn't a "story" in your song? How do you accomplish this task?<br><br>
When you sit down to write lyrics, start with the first line before even knowing what the song is going to be about. As you add each line, an idea starts to unfold, and once you have a first draft you can more or less know what the song is about. Don't worry, most songs today don't even have any semblance of a story, so there is hope for you too!<br type="_moz">Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/840202010-09-01T15:05:00+02:002021-04-19T06:58:01+02:00The Desire to Achieve<div style="text-align: center;">
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<div style="text-align: left;">Desire, Napoleon Hill in his book, <i>Think and Grow Rich</i>, said, "The starting point of all achievement is desire. Keep this constantly in mind. Weak desires bring weak results, just as a small amount of fire makes a small amount of heat." Who or what do you desire to be? Do you want to be the world's best writer? Become the next superstar perfomer? Or own a record label that produces other artists? Most people are just contented to do "something", but that won't be enough to fulfill what you are trying to achieve. You have to own your dream and have enough desire to fuel the passion in making that dream into a reality.</div>
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But the path to fulfilling a dream is not without its steps, you have to work for it. You have to do stuff like doing research on what you want to be. If you want to be a great writer, find out what it takes to be a great writer by researching everything there is to know about "how to become a great writer". Don't just want to be a great writer, you have to know how to be a great writer.<br><br>
Also, there is this thing called practice. Superstars today didn't become what they are with just the blink of an eye. It took years and years of practice, training and education for them to be where they are right now. Great songs were not made in a day, they were honed through years of the experience that the artists have accumulated ever since they picked up their first guitar, microphone or piano. Don't be intimidated, they were once like you, inexperienced dreamers, trying to break into the world of music. <br><br>
It`s like a stairway where you need to take one step at a time. Most superstars practiced at home or in their parents garage, played in awful gigs, wrote horrible songs, had lousy instruments etc, but what made them great was that they were never afraid to try again when they made a mistake. <i>They didn`t quit.</i> They had their share of disappointments, and so will you. But do not despair, as long as you don't give up and try harder each time you falter then you have nothing to worry about. Never let anything hold you back on what you want to achieve, it is yours to keep and noone can take it away from you. <br><br>
Finally, take advantage of every opportunity you have, every chance you get to sing at karaoke in front of an audience, every birthday song you write for a loved one, every note that you produce on your guitar or piano, always treasure it. Some people would give up a lot to have what you have right now, the passion, desire, commitment and untapped talent, the makings of a future superstar.<br><br>
Just don`t give up.<br><br type="_moz">Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/839572010-08-31T15:05:00+02:002020-09-25T08:57:22+02:00How does a Song get Started?<div style="text-align: left"><img src="//www.ultimatesongwriting.com/images/musician_writing_a_song.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" style="width: 250px; height: 176px" /></div>
There's something magical about songwriting. No matter how many songs that have been written or how much you know about songwriting, you will still be amazed and a little awestruck that it happens at all. How does a song get started? How do you know where to go next? How do you know if your song is any good? <br><br>
A song that expresses what you feel is a good song, even if no one else thinks so. A song that expresses your thoughts and feelings in a way that reaches other people, helps them feel something deeper or understand something better - that's a really good song! <br><br>
This can be one of the most difficult tasks in songwriting - getting started! And it's also one of the most important because if you start well, you'll have a lot less trouble down the line. Once you get past this point, a song tends to dictate where it wants to go - your job is to keep it on course. Like the captain of an ocean liner you probably won't have to make many sudden turns, just watch out for icebergs. Still, getting started is a tough business because - just like an ocean liner - you've got to overcome a lot of inertia. You know you want to write something but you may only have a vague idea or a feeling about what it is you want to express. <br><br>
So what DOES come first - lyrics, melody, or chords? The answer is... none of the above! <br><br>
Start your song with a title that appeals to you. Make sure it's a phrase that rings true in your ears. Something that makes you say, "I've got to know more about that!" Because if YOU want to know, others will want to know. The title is going to be the line that everyone remembers. Most important: It's going to define the message of the song. It will be your guiding principle, your beacon, your pole star. <br><br>
So start looking around for good titles that have emotional energy for you. Action words, images, or short phrases make good titles. Attention-grabbing newspaper headlines are full of good titles. Here are a few from this morning's paper: "A Dream On The Edge," "The Great Divide," "The Same-Old Same-Old," "Easy Does It." Or try listening to yourself. Write stream-of-consciousness style: write or type as fast as you can, trying not to think or make judgments, then go back and look for good phrases. When you listen to other people, to the television, or read a magazine, always keep a little corner of your mind alert for phrases that capture your attention. Start making a list. You'll end up throwing out most of these or using some for lyric lines, but others will become the titles that drive your songs. <br><br>
And with this you are on your way to creating a song that not only appeals to you but hopefully appeals to the emotions and experiences of the people that you are trying to reach with your music.<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/838732010-08-30T15:00:00+02:002017-02-01T21:26:10+01:00Music Copyrights<div style="text-align: left"><img src="//www.newmediajournalism.aut.ac.nz/Attril_Megan/assets/lawyer.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" style="width: 221px; height: 152px" /></div>
Copyrights are very important because they identify who actually owns the song and song recording and who gets to make money from it. When songwriters write songs, the songs are automatically copyrighted as soon as they are in a tangible form (like a recording, or fixed as printed sheet music). In order to sue for copyright infringement, however, the song should be registered with the copyright office at the Library of Congress. Registration should always be done before the song is set loose in the public domain (available to hear on a Web site, etc.).<br><br>
There are several separate licenses involved with music because different parties can own different parts of copyrighted material. There is the composer who owns the copyright of the composition. There is the publisher who can grant usage rights of the composition. The Performing Rights Organizations (PRO) usually collect performance royalties on behalf of the composer and publisher (unless a Direct License has been issued to the Licensee) when applicable. The sound recording is also copyrighted, which can be owned by a recording company.<br><br>
Since a music library typically owns the copyright on the sound recording and the publishing rights, all these licenses are easy to obtain from one source in one transaction. Performing rights for a production music library can either be handled by the PROs, or obtained directly from the music library in what is known as a Direct License. Many small royalty free music libraries offer the direct license as a standard part of their music license. Other music libraries may grant a direct license for certain uses while requiring the PROs to handle others. Some music libraries do not grant direct licenses under any circumstance. This will vary between libraries.<br><br>
When licensing so called "popular music", the costs are far greater and the various licenses have to be obtained from different sources. You need to contact the music publisher (or composer if no publisher) to obtain mechanical rights, synchronization rights and inquire about performing rights. Then, you need to contact the record label to obtain the master use rights as they own the copyright on the sound recording. Contracts for each right will need to be filled out with each party involved.<br><br>
Another type of license worth mentioning here, which has nothing to do with an Audio/Visual Work or Audio Only production, is Grand Rights. These are the rights needed to use music in a broadway style performance, and are granted by, and paid directly to, the music publisher.<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/837042010-08-27T10:10:00+02:002020-12-21T08:10:08+01:00Forms of Songwriting<img src="//farm4.static.flickr.com/3056/2696252335_49f570093a.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" style="width: 180px; height: 119px" /><br>
There are many different songs, but modern popular songwriting, including folk, blues, pop and rock songs, build upon basic types of songs or "songs form." Understanding the basic song forms and their traditions helps the songwriter decide upon the appropriate structure for the type of songs she wants to write. Song forms can be broadly divided into the stanzaic and non-stanzaic, or elaborate forms that use the assigned letters "A", "B" and "C" and the "AAA" form. Commonly, the assigned letters are "A" for verses, "B" for choruses and "C" for the bridge.<br><br><span style="font-size: large"><b>Stanzaic Songs</b></span><br>
Strophic, or stanzaic, songs have a single unit, called a strophe or stanza, that is repeated an indefinite number of times. Stanzaic songs are strongly associated with the folk music tradition. The ballad stanza consists of four lines in which the first and third beats are four beats long and the second and fourth lines three beats long. The first line can also be shortened to three beats. The second and fourth lines rhyme, and sometimes the first and third lines rhyme as well. The classic 12-bar blues song uses rhymed stanzas of three lines in which the second line repeats the first. The third line of the 12-bar blues song is the answer phrase, which musically and lyrically answers the statement of the first two lines.<br>
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Stanzaic songs may include a refrain at the end of the stanza. Long and complex refrains are found in songs with a verse-and-chorus structure. When the words and music of the chorus are the same each time, but the verses have the same music with different words each time, the song has an extended refrain, according to Hartman. According to Money Chords, most popular songs from the classic rock period are written in the verse-and-chorus form, which has been around since the mid-19th century. A common type of verse-and-chorus song uses eight-bar verses and choruses.<br><br><span style="font-size: large"><b>Elaborate Non-Stanzaic Forms</b></span><br>
Songs with verses and choruses strain the definition of a stanzaic song, because they alternate between the different units of verse and chorus. Elaborate versions of non-strophic songs are associated with Tin Pan Alley and show-tune songwriting, and the structures of these types of songs are assigned a letter. The most common non-stanzaic song structure is AABA. From the perspective of this type of songwriting structure, the stanzaic song form is "AAA," which is the oldest song form and is associated with folk music.<br><br><div style="text-align: left">
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Regardless of what forms you are comfortable with, always ask yourself, why are you writing and who are you trying to reach? The idea is to connect emotionally with the listener. There are songwriting fundamentals and tools to do this that can make you stand out as a songwriter. They take practice but you can learn them. This may sound strange now but with time you’ll see it’s true.<br>Music For Songwriterstag:musicforsongwriters.com,2005:Post/836982010-08-27T09:30:00+02:002022-05-11T15:51:03+02:00The Art Of Songwriting<div style="text-align: left"><img src="//www.domore.com.au/assets/images/Fotolia_1353472_XS.jpg" class="size_orig justify_absMiddle border_" alt="" style="width: 219px; height: 108px" /></div>
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The art of songwriting is not a difficult art to learn if you have the passion for it. Songwriting is one of the most commanding art that has made a remarkable difference in history. Songs touch the sense of sound, but enchant its audience and calls for a response.<br><br><div style="text-align: left"><img src="//www.flyinthestudio.com/fits%20images/song%20writing.png" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" style="width: 189px; height: 144px" /></div>
Songwriting is one that entails a gift for music, the ear for tunes and coordination to catch the right beat. Composing the lyrics also requires a certain level of poetry, an art within an art. But what’s most essential in creating great music is the sensitivity of the writers. Good music are born out of strong feelings emptied out in to each strumming or beating of different apparatus. Otherwise, the product of the artist becomes less prominent and lessens its impression.<br><br><div style="text-align: left">
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If you want to write a good song you have to appreciate the art of songwriting. Songwriting is a creative process, and for this process to be unique and soulful you have to be real and be yourself. You can not write a good song without your heart, because anyone can make a sound or an amazing track, but not everyone can write a good song. What you feel at the moment is the key to your creation and it will guide you to write songs with a strong message. When someone writes and completes a song you will see that its a process and not a novel of some kind. You can not separate who you are and what you feel when it comes to songwriting, doing so will hurt the process and not give you what you are looking for. It will seem to be a copy cat of someone else's songs and not reach its fullest potential. So remember to start with what you feel and don't forget that you are creating songs for the world to hear. <br type="_moz">Music For Songwriters