You Can Teach Yourself Song Writing

by Larry McCabe

Overview

In this easy to understand, "how to" book for any aspiring songwriter, Larry McCabe addresses a variety of concepts including: how to get started, how to write in different song forms, how to approach titles, themes and lyrics, the creation of a melody, utilization of various chords and chord progressions, finding the right chords for the melody, handling various rhythmic elements, creating a lead sheet and copyrighting the tune. Special features include a glossary, essential supplies for novice songwriters, master chord diagrams for keyboard and guitar and an index of recorded music. Includes stereo CD.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780786650125
Publisher:	Mel Bay Publications, Inc.
Publication date:	10/28/1999
Series:	You Can Teach Yourself Series
Edition description:	BOOK & CD
Pages:	120
Product dimensions:	8.65(w) x 11.73(h) x 0.29(d)