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Song Elements Overview

by lashibes | Feb 3, 2009 | Beginning, Song Structure

Updated 6/4/19 Each component of a song, or your song elements, serves a very specific function in creating the overall tapestry of a song. And, much like a tapestry, if you weave things together in a way that’s innovative, but doesn’t necessarily use the...

Creating A Strong Bridge In A Song

by lashibes | Jan 9, 2009 | Beginning, Song Craft, Song Structure

Creating a bridge in a song is done for one key reason: to galvanize the “A-Ha!” moment of the song. Musically, it should sound different – but how do you do that? Paul Simon has a tip: In an interview, he mentions that one of the devices he uses...