How to Write Songs with Groove
Some genres of music are driven largely by groove. If we are not accustomed to writing with groove in mind, it can be difficult to push our songwriting into this space.
What to Prioritize in Your Music Career
Berklee Online songwriting instructor Andrea Stolpe discusses using your time wisely and making sacrifices to further your music career.
Student Spotlight: Matt Chirichillo
In between tour commitments with former Eagles members Joe Walsh and Don Henley, Matt works on coursework for his Artist Management class.
Building a Beat with Sample Packs in Ableton Live
A common question I hear from aspiring music producers is, “How can I use a sample pack to quickly build a beat?”
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.
Writing Melodies: 3 Simple Tools
A great melody always makes a song more memorable. It sounds obvious to say, but it is amazing how often we put emphasis on other elements of the song such as groove or lyric.
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.
