active listening
The Difference Between Passive Hearing And Active Listening For Songwriters
As songwriters, our greatest tool isn’t our voice, our instrument, or even our pen. It’s our ears — or more specifically, how we use them. There’s a subtle but profound difference between passive hearing and active listening, and once you grasp that difference, your songwriting can evolve in unexpected and powerful ways. This distinction may […]
How 30 Minutes of Conversation Can Unlock 100% of Your Song Ideas
Discover how 30 minutes of casual conversation can unlock limitless songwriting ideas. Learn how to turn everyday words into song titles and concepts. This article, written by Graham English on Speed Songwriting, explores how everyday conversations can be a wellspring of inspiration for songwriting. By actively listening to the language and emotions people naturally express, […]