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Songsalive! Songnotes October 2024 🎶🎤✍️🎵 - Songwriters, Unleash Your Inner Hitmaker (and Business Ninja!)
RSVP for Sunday's Songwriters' Workshop "Record Your Song" with Joanne Ledesma
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Hey there melody makers and lyric weavers! If you are about to record a song, you won't want to miss tomorrow's virtual songwriters' workshop as we go through how it should be recorded, budget range, the importance of owning your master, the value of a work for higher contract, when and why you need a producer, and more. Bring your song for critique. 🎶 Plus, we're getting into Fall 🍁 and that makes cozy time by the fireplace to write your next hit song and get some feedback from your songwriter peers, via Songshare in our Songsalive! backstage app.
WHAT'S ON TOMORROW: SONGSALIVE! SONGWRITERS' WORKSHOP
🗓️ On Sunday October 20th at 10 AM PST/1 PM EST, the virtual Songsalive! Songwriters' Workshop will include special music industry guest, Joanne Ledesmaand is free to all Songsalive! members, designed for songwriters, composers, lyricists and music creators of original music.
Are you a songwriter willing to take your songs to the next level? Workshop your songs to be the best they can be, to showcase them to the world.
THIS EVENT IS A VIRTUAL EVENT! Attend in the comfort of your home
COST: Free for Songsalive! Members. (Only Members can attend. Sign up for the cost of a cup of coffee, and try us month-to-month)
Then submit your song for critique in advance (instructions in the Event RSVP)
🎵 The first part - Song Critique Session - focuses on in-the-round song critique where Songsalive!, the special music industry guest speaker in attendance, and each other provide feedback and positive critique, sharing insights on how to take your song to the next level. See below on how to prepare.
📣 The second part is dedicated to a music industry or songwriting topic. This Month our special guest speaker will be Joanne Ledesma.
TOPIC: Recording Your Song: Joanne will address when a song is ready to record, how it should be recorded, budget range, the importance of owning your master, the value of a work for higher contract, when and why you need a producer, and more.
Joanne Ledesma runs her own grassroots company, Musicbizgal.com. Her primary expertise is in music events production-festivals Music Business Consulting and Artist Management. Her distinct ear for music analysis has landed her on the lecture circuit for every national songwriting association and music trade show for more than years (NSAI, SongNet, NAMM, SXSW, Songsalive!, etc) and is known for her finely tuned networking skills. She has proven her ability to connect clients with the right partners to achieve goals. Her clients vary from successful touring artists to major festival production. She consults with music libraries and corporate clients in need of fresh music. She is well versed in Concert and Event Production, Music Supervision, Corporate Branding, Artist Management and Music Production in multiple genres. She is a big advocate for independent artists and what they can to advance their careers. She applies her 30 plus years of music industry knowledge as a manager, publisher, event planner, producer and educator to each individual client.
📍 Come ready with your songs for feedback and create long lasting relationships in the songwriting community. Songsalive! is your songwriters squad! RSVP NOW.
📣 Access on-demand videos 24/7 and learn from industry experts via Songsalive! Songcraft
🎥 Enjoy unlimited access to on-demand videos, featuring recordings past Songsalive! workshops, guest speakers masterclass sessions, and exclusive interviews that help you CRAFT YOUR SONGS, PERFECT YOUR SONGS, PITCH YOUR SONGS, MONETIZE YOUR SONGS
👉🏼 Songsalive! Songcraft is available for Members as part of Member Benefits. Sign up for the cost of a cup of coffee, and try us month-to-month
🥯 So glad to see some new faces to our vibrant Songsalive! Community.
We help songwriters bring their music to life and thrive in their career, uniting innovative and passionate songwriters, composers, and lyricists from all walks of life, around the world, and of all genres.
We provide resources, support, and opportunities for our members to grow and succeed.
🚀 Songwriters, Unleash Your Inner Hitmaker (and Business Ninja!)
👣 Songsalive! Inspiration is available daily in our Backstage- a perfect blend of creative spark and strategic smarts, lighting a fire under your songwriting muse, then equipping you to pitch those masterpieces like a total pro.
Spark That Songwriting Flame:
Be a Melody Magnet: Keep your phone on voice memo duty! Did a catchy riff pop into your head while waiting in line for coffee? Hum it in! Strumming a progression that feels special? Record it! Don't let those fleeting moments of inspiration slip away.
The 20-Minute Creativity Blitz: Sometimes structure breeds brilliance. Set a timer for 20 minutes and challenge yourself to explore different musical avenues. Experiment with unusual chords, loop some beats you've never tried before, or even sing gibberish that sparks a lyrical idea later.
Feed the Flame: Surround yourself with music that ignites your creative spirit. Make a playlist of your all-time favorite songwriters, watch documentaries that delve into the creative process of musical legends, or attend a local artist showcase. Immerse yourself in the world you want to create in.
From Song to Success: Sharpen Your Pitch
Know Your Musical Target: Who's your dream artist to collaborate with? What record label consistently puts out music that aligns with your sound? Understanding your target audience helps tailor your pitch and showcase why your song is the perfect fit.
Research Like a Pro: This isn't about creepy stalking (although a little online detective work can be helpful!). Industry publications often list A&R reps or publishers looking for specific genres. Explore online songwriter conferences, or consider attending industry events (virtual or in-person!) to network and learn where the opportunities lie.
Craft a Pitch That Packs a Punch: Keep it concise and captivating! Briefly introduce yourself and the genre of your song. Highlight what makes your track unique – is it the infectious melody, the relatable lyrics, or the innovative production? Don't just say it's "amazing" – demonstrate why it is!
Remember, songwriters, you wear two hats: one brimming with creative vision, the other equipped with strategic know-how. By mastering both, you'll be well on your way to turning your songs into chart-topping anthems. Now get out there, write that fire track, and get ready to pitch it with confidence!
👉🏼 P.S In signing off, here's another inspiration: Thanks to our member Mark Wilson for this one “People will hate on you because they can’t express themselves in the same way you can musically. Pay no attention and carry on with your musical endeavors. #TuneIntoFeelings
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