Six Steps to Songwriting Success: The Comprehensive Guide to Writing and Marketing Hit Songs - Hardcover

Blume, Jason

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0823084124 ISBN 13: 9780823084128

Publisher: Billboard Books, 2004

Synopsis

This book provides novices an easy-to-understand, step-by-step approach to mastering those elements consistently found in hit songs. Incorporating inspiring anecdotes; 30 effective exercises for practicing, honing, and expanding one's songwriting skills; and helpful checklists for assessing strengths and weaknesses, it offers a concise analysis of the six steps essential for songwriting success. This second edition has been updated, substantially revised, and expanded, including developments such as the advent of MP3s, the increase in music sampling, and more. Features a completely updated appendix with the most comprehensive and up-to-date listing of songwriter resources available.

About this title

About the Author:

Jason Blume is a staff writer for Zomba Music. He has written songs for the Backstreet Boys, Britney Spears, as well as John Berry’s Top 5 country single, “Change my Mind” and Steve Azar’s country hit “I Never Stopped Lovin’ You.” He also developed and teaches the BMI Nashville Songwriters Workshop. He lives in Nashville, TN.

About this edition

• Publisher: Billboard Books
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0823084124
• ISBN 13: 9780823084128
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 282