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    Create A New Song: Put A Twist On Cliche Phrases

    shibes March 26, 2024March 26, 2024

    Cliche phrases can be a great song prompt starter. Whether you’re using in a song, or as your hook line, they can help you create interesting new songs that…

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    Verb Power

    shibes March 5, 2024December 30, 2025

    Verbs are power in a song. So, mastering your verb power will make your songs more memorable because there is more emotion and motion in your songs. Verbs will…

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  • Melody: 5 Essential Books
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    Melody: 5 Essential Books

    shibes March 12, 2024December 30, 2025

    Melody is the messaging highway of your song. It helps maintain the interest of your listener much like scenery along the route. They can give your lyrics either a…

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  • Partial Capo: Create Variety in Your Songs
    Creating Music & Melodies

    Partial Capo: Create Variety in Your Songs

    shibes February 19, 2024December 30, 2025

    Partial capos sound complicated. But – they can make your guitar playing easier and add a unique quality to how your songs sound. Why try partial capos? I’ll review…

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  • How Melody And Lyrics Work Together
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    How Melody And Lyrics Work Together

    shibes March 8, 2024December 30, 2025

    Melody and lyrics play a key part in: (1) differentiating your song, (2) communicating your message, and (3) creating a compelling, memorable moment for a listener.  So how can…

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    What Is Point of View?

    shibes February 22, 2024December 30, 2025

    Point of view, or POV, gives your song a starting point for it’s perspective. Perspective is a nuance of point of view. An example of POV + perspective is:…

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