MEL BAY
Taught by Larry McCabe
CD plus book
In this easy to understand, "how to" book for any
aspiring songwriter, Larry McCabe addresses a variety of concepts including:
how to get started, how to write in different song forms, how to approach titles,
themes and lyrics, the creation of a melody, utilization of various chords and
chord progressions, finding the right chords for the melody, handling various
rhythmic elements, creating a lead sheet and copyrighting the tune. Special features
include a glossary, essential supplies for novice songwriters, master chord diagrams
for keyboard and guitar and an index of recorded music. Includes stereo CD.
Contents: Angel Band,
Backporch Blues,
Barbara Allen,
By The Light Of The Moon,
Careless Love,
Down At Les' Place,
Frankie And Johnnie,
Michael (With Chords),
Molly Malone,
Mountains Of Mourne,
Scarborough Fair,
Seventh Avenue,
Sloop John B.,
Swing Low, Sweet Chariot,
The Riddle Song,
Wildwood Flower
Larry McCabe was born in Kansas City, Missouri. He studied
music with a number of teachers including Eldon Shamblin, legendary swing guitarist
and arranger for Bob Wills. Deciding on freelance teaching as a music career,
Larry received his degree in education from the University of Arizona in 1979.
Since graduating from college, Larry has taught over 30,000 private music lessons.
An experienced blues guitarist, he played in the Gulf Coast Blues Band, wrote
a Living Blues magazine column called "Blues Box," and is currently
on the nominating committee for the annual W. C Handy awards. Larry's vast experience
in private teaching has given him a unique understanding of the educational needs
of the typical music student. Beginning with Blues, Boogie and Rock Guitar in
1984, he has written a number of Mel Bay books on various subjects including
guitar, bass, and song writing techniques.