Songwriting from All Directions with Mark Simos
Mark Simos is a songwriter, educator, and author, who has written for Alison Krauss, Ricky Skaggs, Del McCoury, Laurie Lewis, Jimmy Barnes, and so many others.
How to Write Better Lyrics
Learn how to write better lyrics with the help of multiplatinum songwriter and Berklee Online author and instructor Andrea Stolpe.
Tips for Finishing Songs
One of the most frustrating problems we experience as songwriters is difficulty finishing songs. We might get stuck at the chorus, or maybe after the first chorus.
Chord Substitution and Reharmonization
In order to use chord substitution as a reharmonization technique, you must understand the division of the seven diatonic chords.
Cover Letter and Cold Letter Best Practices for Musicians
In this excerpt from “How to Get a Job in the Music and Recording Industry,” Keith Hatschek explains how to write effective cold letters and cover letters.
Elements of Lyrics: The Great Juggling Act
In this excerpt from “Introduction in Songwriting: Essential Guide to Lyric Form and Structure,” Pat Pattison explains the elements of lyrics.
Music Industry Feedback Breaks Us and Makes Us
Berklee Online songwriting instructor Andrea Stolpe explains how to take feedback from people in the music industry to help and not hinder your career.
How to Write Song Lyrics for Other Artists
Berklee Online instructor Andrea Stolpe shares her techniques for songwriting with a recording artist who may or may not be a songwriter at heart.
Simplifying Jazz Harmonic Theory with Suzanna Sifter
Suzanna Sifter is author of Berklee Jazz Keyboard Harmony: Using Upper Structure Triads, an extraordinary book that helps pianists organize and understand tensions
How to Be a Successful Songwriter When You Can’t Sing
Head into any venue in Nashville, Tennessee and you will hear songwriters in the round belting out great songs with varying degrees of vocal talent or ability.
