Melodic Tools

 
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MOtion

Melodies build momentum by using these three “Motion” building blocks across the song form of a Verse, Pre-Chorus, Chorus, & Bridge/Refrain:

  1. step

  2. rhythmic

  3. intervallic

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 Motif Building

Most classic songs are built on 3, 4, or 5-note melodies within a two bar phrase. We’ll show you how to use this approach to write memorable melodies and hooks.