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Career Advice for Songwriters


How to Write, Record & Pitch Your Songs


One of our roles at BMI is to nurture the creation of music and help songwriters and composers be the best they can be. In addition to the many programs that BMI supports through various educational outlets, we hope you find that these articles also provide guidance in your careers. Good luck and enjoy!

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5 Tips to Make Time for Your Music

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Choosing a Studio for Hire

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Learning To Be a Better Collaborator

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The Difference Between Writing Songs for Yourself vs. Songs for Other Artists

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10 Words to Avoid in Your Lyrics

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Five Microphone Maneuvers That Matter

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The Power of Vulnerability

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Perfecting Harmony

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The Unexpected Benefits of Leaving Your Comfort Zone

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The Perfect Collaborator

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Acoustic Sounds Revisited

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How Pitching Your Songs and Learning Your Craft Work Together

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Percussion Primer

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Perfecting a Live Performance

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Pick Up the Pieces

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Increase Your Sync Licensing

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Top Songwriting Tips from 2023

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Bottom Feeding: Best Practices for Recording & Mixing Bass

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The “Power of Hybrids”

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3 Benefits of Using Metaphors in Your Lyrics