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Mastering Melody Writing

A Songwriter’s Guide to Hookier Songs with Pattern, Repetition, and Arc

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Mastering Melody Writing

By: Clay Mills, Bill O'Hanlon
Narrated by: Ray Weaver
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Multi-hit songwriter Clay Mills breaks down the mystery of melody writing to give your songs an edge with the PRA method. Learn how to write inspiring songs without waiting for inspiration.

Highlighting personal stories, easy-to-understand method explanations, classic and modern song examples, "put it into practice" exercises, and a free companion website, Mills and O'Hanlon's Mastering Melody Writing is the perfect songwriting handbook, whether you are just getting started on your journey, or looking to sharpen your skills.

Mastering Melody Writing will help you:

  • Write memorable melodies in any genre using pattern, repetition, and arc.
  • Write songs that artists want to sing, and audiences will remember.
  • Write lyrics that are more musical.
  • Eliminate getting stuck and complete songs faster.
  • Feel confident in any writing or co-writing situation.
  • Turn good melodies into great melodies.
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I am enjoying applying the ideas in the book to my own songs. I also loved the included playlist with each song cued up to illustrate the point the author was making. Brilliant.

Great exercises for songwriters

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Absolutely love this book! After writing songs for 30 years, most recently as the principal writer for Hello Fiasco; I was able to learn why I am doing some things well, and why I am still doing other things incorrectly. Either way, I have a clear path on where to focus and improve. I also have to say that the method of teaching found in this book is amazing compared to other sources. Eric

Lifelong songwriter learning anew

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Definitely a very worthwhile read! I learned a ton and I’m really excited to incorporate the tips and tricks into my own songwriting!

Great book!

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the keys in this book a great very good information like the stuff in this saved my career in music because all my songs were without melody. now I breath melodies.

Excellent

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I have been writing songs for over 40 years and am VERY SURPRISED at the many WONDERFUL NEW IDEAS in the book on how to up my game in writing! I HIGHLY recommend this book! Thanks for the tips! 😃

Loved all the many ideas!

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