학술논문
Let the Music Play
Document Type
Chapter
Author
Batiste, Larry D., author; Lawrence, Donald, author
Source
The Art and Business of Songwriting, 2024, ill.
Subject
Language
English
Abstract
In this chapter, readers explore the foundations of creating dynamic music. Readers discover that the rhythm, chords, and the music arrangement are just as vital to songwriting as lyrics and melody. The author presents an overview in this chapter of four categories of music theory: pitch, rhythm, chords/harmony, and melody. This chapter emphasizes that music theory is not a guide to create but rather a tool that can be used to enhance creativity in writing songs. The author also discusses scales, chord structures, key signatures, rhythms, music genres, and key elements to building music to support the lyrics and melodies.