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2 Working with others For expert advice on writing decent lyrics, great hooks or a melody to get the A&R scout humming. Find out more Laying some ground rules can help make collaborating fun and create great songs. Find out more
4 Performing In the studio Being on stage is nervewracking but part of the process. And, you never know who's watching. Find out more Don't waste your cash, make sure you're prepared when you go into the studio. Find out more
6 Publishers Record companies A publisher is out there promoting your music and collecting in cash for you. Your new best friend. Find out more At some point you'll need to talk to record companies and learn to be a bit business savvy. Find out more
8 Management Staying on track What to consider when looking for a manager or if one comes looking for you! Find out more Success won't happen overnight. Learn to keep your confidence and to take setbacks on the chin. Find out more Harmony can make or break a song. Fortunately, help is at hand. In our songwriting game you can learn about chords, have some fun and maybe even come up with a song. Find out more Find out more... One Music - Radio 1's in-depth guide to the music business for unsigned bands Find out more... The Parents' Music Room gives advice on helping your child to learn an instrument Songwriting Guides Writing a Song Performing Working with Other Writers In the Studio Publishers Record Companies Management Staying on Track The Songwriting Game Songwriting Game Pick a chord Play with chords and find out what kind of songwriter you are with the Songwriting Game. Newsletter sign-up Sign up for updates on new songs, documentaries and live events DON'T MISS Doves Doves Special guests on Dermot's show this week About the BBC | Help | Terms of Use | Privacy & Cookies Policy Explore the BBC
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