The idea of writing my own music really intimidates me. I've always told myself that "I'm just not good at it" and have really blocked myself off from being able to creatively express myself in this way. Maybe I really am bad at songwriting - but I finally feel open to trying it.
I am calling 2018 my "Year of No Fear" and so I've decided to face this fear head on and start experimenting with the idea of creating music.
There are so many amazing songwriters here on the Steemit Platform and so I thought i'd reach out to you for help and advice.
In this video I talk about the below topics:
- A bit of my story and the creativity scars I have around writing music.
- Ask for advice on how to get started.
- Ask for advice on how to get past some of those creativity blocks and start allowing music to flow.
- My fear that I may accidentally steal someone else's work without realizing it. (Creating a melody that is similar to someone else's song)
- Ask how YOU approach song writing. Where do you find inspiration? Do you start with a chord progression, a melody, the lyrics... or something else?
I so, so appreciate any and all advice on how to get started. I'm excited to start facing this fear and see if something beautiful comes out on the other side.
I also know that there are a lot of other Steemit musicians who only post covers as well - and I hope that this post might help encourage them to get out of their comfort zones too and perhaps try songwriting. (If that is something they want).
Even though I gave a high-level overview here... i'd really encourage you to watch the video if you have a couple minutes. You will get a better sense of my heart and where I am coming from.
Big hugs and love to you all. <3
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