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Why Your First Version Doesn’t Have to Be Your Best
1. Complete That Draft Starting to draft your creativity and actually completing it can be the first challenging step. People often struggle to start something that might become slightly more serious, especially when it involves art and expressing themselves. Being exposed to public eyes can sound terrifying, particularly when you know you are going to be judged. Are people going to be supportive, or could they be cruel? We may never know for sure. But that uncertainty should
Aug 105 min read


How I Help Learners & Artists Overcome Creative Blocks in Music
NASER performing live with the band at O2 Institute (2023) The creative industry is one of the most rewarding pathways for maintaining creativity, exploring your talents, and finding joy, whether that develops into a career or remains a personal hobby. Either way, it can be challenging when it comes to barriers, both internal and external. Emotional blockages or life circumstances can affect any creative individual at any skill level. What matters most is how you handle these
Apr 152 min read


Why Recording Song Ideas Early Matters | Songwriting Progress and Creative Productivity
In this blog series, we explore the journey of music creation, from the first spark of an idea to developing and completing a full piece of music.
Mar 163 min read


What Happens When a Song Idea Gets Stuck?
Almost every songwriter experiences it. You start with a strong idea, maybe a chord progression, a melody, or a few lines of lyrics. The verse begins to take shape, and perhaps you even have a glimpse of the chorus. But then something happens. The connection between the sections doesn't quite work. The melody doesn’t land the way you imagined. The lyrics feel forced. You try to push forward, but nothing seems to click. So the question appears: Should you abandon the song and
Mar 93 min read


Songwriting & Creative Production Lessons in Birmingham - From Ideas to Finished Songs
A rhythm. A melody in your mind. A few words written in your notes app. That’s often how a song begins. Many aspiring musicians believe songwriting requires advanced theory, professional equipment, or years of experience. In reality, what it truly requires is structure and guidance. Building Structure in Music Production At Book Music Mentor in Birmingham, the Songwriting & Creative Production pathway is built around a simple principle: small ideas deserve development. How So
Feb 271 min read
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