The Complete Singer-Songwriter
eBook - ePub

The Complete Singer-Songwriter

A Troubadour's Guide to Writing, Performing, Recording & Business

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eBook - ePub

The Complete Singer-Songwriter

A Troubadour's Guide to Writing, Performing, Recording & Business

About this book

The Complete Singer-Songwriter is the ultimate guide for the modern performer, chock-full of tips, tools, and inspiration for both aspiring troubadours and those looking to take their craft and career to the next level. Author Jeffrey Pepper Rodgers draws on firsthand interviews with songwriting legends and rising stars; expert advice from managers, agents, lawyers, and publishers; and his own experiences as a performing songwriter. He offers this invaluable companion for singer-songwriters on their journey from idea to song to the stage, studio, and beyond.

New in the second edition:

• A songwriter's guide to chord progressions

• Understanding song form and rhyme

• Dozens of songwriting games and exercises

• Essential info on copyrighting your songs, music publishing, and digital royalties

• Online companion at completesingersongwriter.com with playlists and additional resources

Songwriting tips and techniques from more than 100 artists, including Joni Mitchell, John Mayer, Paul Simon, Rosanne Cash, Jewel, Jeff Tweedy, Ani DiFranco, James Taylor, John Fogerty, Brandi Carlile, Richard Thompson, Jason Mraz, Rodney Crowell, Jerry Garcia, Dar Williams, and more.

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Information

Publisher
Backbeat
Year
2016
eBook ISBN
9781495063749
Edition
2
Subtopic
Music

Table of contents

  1. Contents
  2. Foreword
  3. Introduction
  4. The First Verse
  5. Starting Points
  6. Song Form
  7. Understanding Chord Progressions
  8. On the Drawing Board
  9. Onstage
  10. In the Studio
  11. Taking Care of Business
  12. Surviving and Thriving in the DIY Age
  13. Acknowledgments
  14. About the Author
  15. Photo Credits