There are two methods to find (and understand) the modes. Let's explore these, and then order the modes from 'most major' to 'most minor' to better understand their distinctive sounds.

Minor key progressions can be trickier to write than with major. Let's look at some practical frameworks you can use for writing your own minor key songs.

Understanding how to write major key chord progressions provides a foundation for your songwriting, no matter where you want to go with it. And you only need to familiarize yourself with six chords.

Music theory isn't necessary for writing songs, but it can help broaden your options. Let's look at the parts of music theory that are particularly helpful for songwriters.

Sometimes songwriters place a section in between verse and chorus to build tension and add interest. It's called the pre-chorus.

The bridge shifts our perspective and takes us to a new place. Let's look at how it does this.

There are many ways to write a chorus, but we'll look at 3 great ways to get started.

A good chorus normally hooks the listener and presents the core idea of the song in a memorable way. Let's see how.

The verse is the narrative backbone of your song. Let's explore some great ways to write verses!

What could be worse than being 'derivative'? Trying to be original!