Through 30+ years of instruction and collaboration, Tony has condensed the art of songwriting into 5 elements that every great song requires: Idea, Melody, Lyrics, Chord Progression, & Continuity. Tony is now teaching aspiring songwriters & musicians how to advance their craft with a lesson plan series dedicated to exploring the individual elements.
In this lesson plan, Tony discusses the Idea. The inspiration for a song; how to recognize THE moment! How to capture and manage the idea!
Topics the Idea Lesson Plan Covers:
Inspiration – What is the big idea you want to leave with the listener?
Literal or Abstract – Is the idea literal? Is it intentionally abstract?
The Hook – Different approaches to writing the idea.
Idea People – When ideas are your strength.
Genre – Projecting/casting the likely audience.
Capture the Idea – The Importance of seizing the moment!
Managing Your Ideas – Keeping record of your creativity.
Downloads the Idea Lesson Plan Includes:
Idea Lesson One – Video (mp4) AND Audio File (mp3)
Idea Lesson Two – Video (mp4) AND Audio File (mp3)
These videos are Part 1 in Tony Elenburg’s The 5 Elements of a Song lesson series.