SONGWRITING SOFTWARE:
It can really help you write. And here's why:
"The keys to the “theater of the imagination” are descriptive words. Why be limited to what you can remember, when you can have all the possibilities in an instant?"
~ Barry De Vorzon, Award-winning songwriter & author of MASTERWRITER songwriting software.
We already use"MASTERWRITER" so of course we wanted to feature it. [NOTE: We are NOT gettng "compensated" in any way by Masterwriter for putting them on our pages]..
But we did assume that there had to be other worthy software packages out there.
AND WE FOUND TONS!! --- And we are going to look at these and let you know the score.. But for right now, we don't see any comparable alternative to MASTERWRITER at their price point.
But, after you've seen just how "deep" this program is, and how much it offers for the price, you may not feel the need to look any further!
Here's what Barry DeVorzon has to say about his product:
"MASTERWRITER" is an unlimited source of ideas pre-inspiration, and an invaluable tool during the creative process. However, its most important role may be post-inspiration, when finding a better way to express yourself or a more creative way to describe something, can be the difference between good and great."
Did you notice that term - "PRE-INSPIRATION"? This is the first and ONLY time we've encountered such a term. This in itself demonstrates how a successful songwriter organizes his "workflow". And the fact that Barry Devorzon's methodology is implicit in the "workflow" of MASTERWRITER means that when you use this program, you have an seasoned successful pro as your "collaborator".
All of this allows us to state positively that MASTERWRITER would not be a waste of time and money for anyone who wants to or is writing songs.
The MASTERWRITER site itself has various articles and videos containing not only purely songwriting advice, but also industry and career tips from Barry DeVorzon and others, and these are free - a great "plus" - Here's a sample:
[OH, yes, again --- I am NOT "compensated" in any way from Masterwriter, via the above link or otherwise. Thanks. ~ gh]
So, as you have seen: There are now some songwriting software 'suites' in existence which can give you a tremendous advantage.
BUT, as with any technology, these tools are useless without INSPIRATION & JUDGEMENT and only a living, breathing conscious person can provide that.
But I do hope that the exciting possibilities which are suggested by these songwriting software products, can become reality for you.
Let's write some great songs! Good Luck!
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Here again is our list of songwriters' resources:
Here is the main page for MASTERWRITER
An absolutely amazing thesaurus - synonyms in THREE DIMENSIONS - tutorial video:
More data on the THESAURUS as a songwriter's tool:
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FROM A VIOLINIST:
"The Cowling System © is a set of 12 exercises designed to increase the flexibility and strength of the hand, wrist, and fingers.
"I bought the course in 1978 and have found them to be invaluable.
"I've kept them all these years and still use them to warm up with before playing."
~ Richard Barton posted on VIOLINIST.COM
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FROM A BASS PLAYER:
?"My fingers actually DO what my brain tells them to do, WITHOUT getting confused."
~ Anthony Jerome Smith, 35-year veteran bass player.
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FROM A PIANIST:
"In 1976, my teacher gave me his copy of all the exercises, whereupon I made xeroxed pages to put in a binder.
"My teacher was amazed at my progress that in a year I could play, for example, the prelude #17 of Chopin!
~ "RPN58" (from a pianists' discussion board in England, 2006)
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FROM A GUITARIST:
"I was introduced to the Cowling System © in the 1980's by a violinist in his seventies, who had amazing dexterity on his instrument for HIS age.
"Through the use of the COWLING SYSTEM ©, I went from "amateur" to an "A" level in music in a very short number of years.
"I have been using the exercises continuously since my friend gave them to me and believe me - THEY WORK."
~ Don Wills Guitarist, Great Britain
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FROM A VIOLINIST:
"I must say I am highly delighted with the way my fingering has improved since I commenced your hand strengthening exercises.
"Recently, I became very depressed about my playing and almost decided to give it up, but now I feel it's a pleasure, thanks to the Cowling System. ©"
~ "THE VIOLINIST" Magazine, December, 1924
I'd love to see YOUR testimonial on this list! If you really do "THE ORIGINAL" COWLING SYSTEM © of Hand Strengthening Exercises", you CAN master and truly enjoy your music!