Writing Melodies To Lyrics

Quickly learn how to write catchy, hummable melodies to your pre-existing lyrics.

What you'll learn

How to write catchy melodies to suit your lyrics.

How to write melodies using a "music first" approach.

How to write melodies completely by ear.

Basic music theory concepts to aid in your music making.

Specific elements on what makes a melody catchy.

Working with songwriting templates.

Requirements

No prior music theory knowledge needed. You will learn everything you need to know.

Tools needed include: Computer and a D.A.W. I use Logic Pro X for each lesson.

Description

Learn a simple framework to take your lyrics and turn them into a catchy melody that is sure to get stuck in the listener's head.What To ExpectThis course will teach you everything you need to know about how to take those lyrics that have been sitting on the shelf and finally turn them into a hummable and memorable melody regardless of your skill level or knowledge of music theory. No matter if you're a complete beginner just starting out or a seasoned pro looking for a new perspective on writing songs, I'll show you a simple framework to go from writer's block, to inspired idea so you can quickly write the music that is most meaningful to you and ultimately, your audience.Throughout this course, I demonstrate my process of how I create music to pre-existing lyrics in a step by step fashion based on specifications I would typically receive from a privat client. Specifically, I'll be working on putting together a catchy chorus melody for an alternative rock song inspired by bands like my chemical romance using lyrics written by my friend Melanie. I'll be demonstrating how I determine not only what notes to use, but also the mood, tonality, phrasing, rhythm and tempo of how the rest of the music will sound.If that sounds like your bag, I humbly invite you to join me.

Overview

Section 1: Getting started

Lecture 1 Intro & About Me

Lecture 2 Overview - Here's What To Expect From This Course

Lecture 3 Travel Light - The Bear Minimum You Will Need For This Course

Section 2: Writing Melodies To Lyrics - Core Curriculum

Lecture 4 One And Done - Working With Songwriting Templates

Lecture 5 Defining Your Song's Parameters

Lecture 6 Defining Your Song's Parameters (Continued)

Lecture 7 Squeeze The Lemon - Getting The Musical Juice Out Of Your Lyrics

Lecture 8 Hanging In The Balance - Writing Melodies To Lyrics From Scales

Lecture 9 Decorate The Cake - Using A "Chords First" Approach To Writing Melodies

Lecture 10 In Closing

Section 3: Extra Material

Lecture 11 How To Make A Melody Catchy - Using Repetition

Lecture 12 How To Write Melodies By Ear - Songwriting Session

Lecture 13 Kickstart The Process By "Bookending" Melodies - Pt. 1

Lecture 14 Kickstart The Process By "Bookending" Melodies - Pt. 2 - Songwriting Session

Lyricist who want to learn to put music to their words but don't know where to begin.,Songwriters who struggle with finding the right melodies that convey the story of their words.