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A Songwriting Resource for both Beginners & Pros |
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 There's a new report online that you need if you have any commercial aspirations in the music business. It's called The Fiero Files - put together by our very own Senior Music Reviewer, Gian Fiero. Click here to download it for free!
More great news - and this is a biggie! Z. Mulls & his songwriting partner, Eduard Glumov - who collaborated right here in The Muse's Muse Message Boards to write their winning song - have just won the 2007 International Songwriting Competition! Way to go, guys! You can read more about this well-deserved win by reading the press release.
Radio Muse #18 is Online! Please do drop by and show support for your fellow songwriters by listening to their music and checking out their websites.
Radio Muse is an Internet broadcast featuring the music of talented independent artists from around the world. Would you like your music to be on the show? Drop by the Radio Muse page for more instructions. I look forward to hearing your songs!
There's a new section on the site now, all about Musical Instruments. It's split into three sections (so far): Electric & Acoustic Guitars, Digital Pianos, & Recording Equipment. Each section is designed to give you the most information about how to make an instrument purchase - and there's even some interesting historical information about the instrument and equipment on each page. If you're looking to buy a new instrument or upgrade an old one, I hope you'll have a look and see if this section can help you make an educated decision.
If you have a CD you'd like to see reviewed, visit here for more info on how to submit!
For another way to have your music featured here, you could check out the Artist Spotlights (a year long listing is now on special at only $50 for the year! Click here for details). We also have a a songwriter's store where there are lots of great deals available specifically for songwriters. If you're looking for inspiration, that's the place to go. :)
I'm always on the lookout for writers who would like to submit an article or have a column of their own. Do you have an idea for an article or a column you'd like to contribute? Contact me and let's talk about it. I'll look forward to hearing from you!
Are you interested in advertising here?
Click here for more information.
For a further list of changes, updates and additions to the site (and there have been tons of them!), check out the What's New? section (it's now updated in realtime!).
Enjoy!
--Jodi
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Muse's News Songwriting Newsletters |
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 Subscribe to the free Muse's News newsletter.
See The Muse's News for more details.
Never intrusive; always useful.Learn more about your craft with copyright & publishing information, articles, market and contest listings, book reviews, website reviews, and even the chance to win a prize, just for subscribing!
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The Songwriter's Store |
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These are products and services especially for songwriters and musicians, carefully reviewed to make sure you're getting the most for your hard-earned money. Plus, many of them have special deals and discounts attached that you won't find anywhere else! Have a look at your leisure.
Also, check out these special items to help improve your craft, or as a great gift for a songwriter you know:
- Lyricist Songwriting Software
(only $54.95 with discount!)
- MasterWriter Songwriting Software
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- Rhyming Dictionary and Thesaurus Software
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- Guitar Scales & Theory For Songwriters: You Can Play Guitar is a DVD lesson package that helps you learn how to play guitar - quickly and easily - in the style of rock icons like Guns-N-Roses, Iron Maiden, Qeensryche, Eddie Van Halen, Steve Vai, or in the style of blues legends like B.B. King, Eric Clapton and Robert Johnson, just to name a few. There are even free samples! Click here to learn more.
- Brett Manning's Singing Success System is a great way to improve your vocal chops. His method is the "secret weapon" used by some of the winners of the world’s most prestigious vocal awards, including the Doves, the CMA Awards, and yes, the Grammies. AND - if after six months, you don't feel you've learned anything, you can return the package for a full refund - no questions asked. What have you got to lose?
If you're interested in buying instruments, gear or recording equipment, drop by the new Musical Instruments section so that you can make an informed decision about your purchase.
And in case you're looking for a singing voice for your latest song demo, or a voice for your podcast, station ID, commercial, jingle, or that sort of thing, check out my voice overs and vocals website for more info.
Are you looking to improve your songwriting education?
Find Schools Online - Music Degrees - Improve your craft through study either online or on campus with this selection of premier music schools.
You can check out the Find Schools Online website for a selection of other schools offering a variety of different degrees in topics such as business, information technology, medical and health care, culinary, education, web design, graphic design, animation, photography, and a large selection of schools offering online degrees and long distance learning programs. If you want to upgrade your skills and your education, this is the place to look!
I'm also always looking for articles for the Find Schools Online website - and can offer a small payment in exchange. Contact me for details!
If you have a product or service that you feel belongs in The Songwriter's Store, let me know.
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Make A Connection In the Message Boards |
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The Muse's Muse Message Boards let you connect with songwriters around the world - and there are currently 7300+ other registered users! Now that's a community! :) Join the fun and learn more about your craft today.
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The Muse's Muse Music Resource |
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 This Links Directory now has over 5,700 links to choose from! Looking for anything music or specifically, songwriting-related? You'll find it here. Add your link and ask about how your site could get top billing.
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Site Navigation Tips |
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Having trouble getting around?
Check out the Site Map for detailed descriptions and links to each main section of the site. You could also have a look at the Help For Newcomers section.
Are you new to songwriting? Here's a handy reference guide for beginning songwriters listing the resources on this site you'll find the most useful on your journey. A little further ahead on the road to songwriting success? Here's a reference guide for professional songwriters.
Other useful and popular sections include The Muse's News (free monthly newsletter), Radio Muse (listen to the shows & support fellow songwriters!), Articles, Regular Columnists, Market Information, Songwriting Contests, Chats(Regular time @ 9pm EST Mondays), The Muse's Muse Music Resources - a huge links database, Classifieds, Songwriting Organizations, the Message Boards & information About The Muse's Muse.
Don't forget The Songwriting Store if you're looking for products and services that will help you improve your craft. Many of these offers have special deals attached that you won't find anywhere else! You can also find information on how to Advertise on The Muse's Muse if you're interested.
If you'd like to link to this site (I'd certainly appreciate it if you would!) you're welcome to check here for suggestions and graphics with which to do that.
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