Melody - How to Write Great Tunes
By Rikky Rooksby
Category: Music
Publisher: Backbeat Books
Published: 2004-11-01
ISBN: 9781476852782
Language: EN
Pages: 203
Description
(Book). Melody is the true heart of music, often inspired by nothing more than the songwriter's muse. Yet melody can be learned. This book teaches the art of melody and how to write effective tunes. Starting from basics, it covers the essentials rhythm, intervals, scales, and harmony and builds to offer a wealth of advanced techniques and tricks. Audio examples are provided for every musical example in the book, allowing musicians to increase their awareness of melody through both sight and sound.