Crafting Memorable Melodies

Crafting Memorable Melodies: Syncopation, Placement, and Groove (Inspired by Jack Perricone’s Great Songwriting Techniques) A memorable melody isn’t just about the notes you choose—it’s about how and when you deliver them. The interplay between syncopation, phrase placement, and the underlying groove can transform an ordinary melody into something irresistibly catchy. 1. Syncopation: Adding Spark toContinue reading “Crafting Memorable Melodies”

Music and Lyrics

Music and Lyrics: How They Grow Together (Inspired by Jack Perricone’s Great Songwriting Techniques) For some artists, music comes before words. A simple chord progression can create a certain mood, emotion, or rhythm that leads to a melody, and eventually, to coherent lyrics. Starting with the Melody Many songwriters find themselves humming a short musicalContinue reading “Music and Lyrics”