Simple ideas, pt.2

Following up my last blog, once you have a rough bass line out, you can begin working it into a chord progression.
With putting together chord progressions, I have found there is no secret besides trial and error; or perhaps more appropriately, finding what fits best.
Try out all chords in different voicings (positions on the fretboard) [...]

Simple ideas

This week I’ve been set the assignment of composing chords and a matching melody. For those who have never composed before but are interested in dabbling in it, I’ll share a few tips.
The most important point is to keep things simple. Simple melodies are by definition easier to put together and when done nicely can [...]

Take a break

I’ve recently begun taking classes in creativity and some of the lessons we’ve covered are quite applicable to music.
I’ve (inadvertently) found this technique working twice this week. The first occurence was learning the 90’s ballad, “More than words”.
When I first begun, I found it frustrating that I was continuously making mistakes. I knew how to [...]