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How to write one song : loving the things we create and how they love us back

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  • Running Time: 03:08 hrs
    Narrator: Jeff Tweedy
    Publisher:
    Penguin Audio, 2020
    Note: This book was purchased with support from the Government of Canada's Social Development Partnerships Program - Disability Component.

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  • Author: Tweedy, Jeff
    Edition: Unabridged
    Date:
    Created
    2020
    Summary:

    There are few creative acts more mysterious and magical than writing a song. But what if the goal wasn't so mysterious and was actually achievable for anyone who wants to experience more magic and creativity in their life? That's something that anyone will be inspired to do after listening to Jeff Tweedy's How to Write One Song. Why one song? Because the difference between one song and many songs isn't a cute semantic trick - it's an important distinction that can simplify a notoriously confusing art form. The idea of becoming a capital-S songwriter can seem daunting, but approached as a focused, self-contained event, the mystery and fear subsides, and songwriting becomes an exciting pursuit. And then there is the energizing, nourishing creativity that can open up. How to Write One Song brings listeners into the intimate process of writing one song - lyrics, music, and putting it all together - and accesses the deep sense of wonder that remains at the heart of this curious yet incredibly fulfilling artistic act. But it's equally about the importance of making creativity part of your life every day and of experiencing the hope, inspiration, and joy available to anyone who's willing to get started.

    Original Publisher: New York, Penguin Audio
    Language(s): English
    ISBN: 9780593395684