Finalizing Your Song

Now that we have covered all of the components that go in to writing a basic-level song, you can use this knowledge to create your song! Once you get these basic writing techniques down, you can expand on these elements and incorporate more complex techniques to bring your song to the next level!

You may be wondering what you should do after finishing your song. There are many different routes that you can take when you have your own music. For example, a couple of options are performing, collaborating with other artists, and even getting your song recorded! Although there are many options for getting your song out into the world, you can also keep your music to yourself. Perhaps you are using songwriting as an emotional outlet, just like me!

Once the song is written, creating a demo or recording the song can be done either professionally, or at home! For example, Garage Band is applied to most Apple products and is a great tool for recording! Personally, I have used Garage Band to record because it is very user-friendly. When using this audio workstation, all of the elements that you have written can be structured right in front of you. You have the ability to record everything you would like to include in your song individually, and edit it to piece it all together!

What you do with your song is completely up to you! Writing music is a huge accomplishment, and by using the information laid out in this book, you can now have the knowledge of the basics to songwriting. Elements, structure and format, and instruments have all been addressed as they address the main components of a song. With this in mind, you can now begin to write a song with whatever elements you choose!