Songwriting for Music Therapists

Songwriting for Music Therapists By Betsey Brunk, MT-BC 56 pages Spiral bound Workbook takes you through the process of composing songs for use in therapy. Sections are included on writing songs to promote specific goals and objectives, writing with clients about their experiences, and writing songs "on the spot". Ideas for writing melodies, choosing chords, and structuring your songs effectively are also covered. Contents:; Introduction My Background Getting Started The Structure of Songs Basics Phrasing Chords Rhyming Strategic Songwriting: The Main Stuff Melody Chords Rhythm Jazzing It Up Piggybacking Chords First Complexity Process Songwriting: A Collaboration Fill-in-the-Blank;(The Process|Steps & Guidelines) Starting From Scratch (The Structure Behind the Curtain|A Starting Point|Deeper Lyrics|Finding a Pattern) Songwriting Records Spot Songwriting- Instant Music The Blues (12 Bar Blues "#1, #2, eight bar blues, 12 bar blues #3) Besides the Blues Tips Conclusion Practice Pages