I tossed an idea I clearly rejected Abandoned another Discarded, neglected No act of pursuing No fanning the flame All thinking – no doing No pain and no gain Frustrating though really I thought it was good But now it’s all theory I strangled the bud I am reminded of a day that began Read More …
Category: Songwriting
Song-writing Class in Heaven
“I’ve got a new song!” Angelo cried enthusiastically, waving his scribed lyrics in the air. “Do share!” Angelicus smiled, encouraging the beginner. Nods of approval and smiles all round. All the angels loved singing. All the angels loved songs. The choir was always open to new lyrics. “OK.” Angelo coughed, clearing his voice, took a Read More …
Free Song-writing Course
Wanting to write and wondering where to start? Try my Writing from Scratch course It does what it says on the tin! I was writing from scratch and it turned into song-writing. You can work alongside me and see what you end up with. This will help you to pursue your passion and work on Read More …
Singing the Same Song
Churches often sing the same song differently! It is the same words and chords but maybe the metre is slightly different or emphasis placed on different words – but it is the same song. In church life we need to always remind ourselves that we are singing the same song. We may sing it a Read More …
Come home to the Father’s house
Remove the stones Prepare the way Build a highway Let my people come All the weary ones All their wandering done Come home – daughter, come home Come home to the Father’s house Come home Here is love that is strong enough Come home I am waiting – watching for you Remove the Read More …
How do you do Co-writing?
I’m stuck! It is very rare that I am with someone and we decide to write a song from scratch. Far more often I see an “I’m stuck” scenario. Perhaps there is a melody but few words. Perhaps there are words but gaps. Perhaps the idea and direction is known but words need more focus. Read More …
I love the freedom to write!
If Bach were alive today, what would his song-writing critique be? Your pieces are too long and too complicated. Make it easier for musicians to cope with. Where is your chorus? It’s not congregational. You have a good tune but it’s rather cluttered. I’ll shut up – before the classical musicians disown me! My point Read More …
Song of Moses
Song of Moses: Exodus 15 The people sang this song after being freed from slavery; walking through a miracle and seeing the sea engulf their enemies. They were not just being pursued, but pursued by the best – the king’s best officers. You could call it the organised enemy, the efficient enemy, the focussed enemy. Read More …
