123. Two Key Production Decisions I Made in My Latest Single

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Episode Summary:
In this episode, songwriter and teacher Connor Frost dives into two key songwriting decisions he made for his single Sit and Wait. Reflecting on post-release insights, Connor discusses the techniques that shaped the song and how you can apply them to your own songwriting.

Key Takeaways:
🎵 Melody Replacement: Connor removed a vocal melody in the second post-chorus and replaced it with a violin to give the instrument its moment and allow the listener to process the song’s storyline.
🎶 Harmony to Melody Transformation: He transformed a background harmony into a main melody later in the song, using a technique of musical foreshadowing to build anticipation and enhance the emotional impact.

Episode Breakdown:

• Introduction to the episode and Connor’s approach to songwriting
• Decision #1: Melody Replacement – Why and how he swapped vocals for violin
• Decision #2: Harmony to Melody – The concept of musical foreshadowing
• Song preview: Full playthrough of Sit and Wait
• How you can use these techniques in your own songwriting
• Invitation to book a free ‘Just Start’ call to discuss your songwriting goals

Listen to the Full Song:
Stay tuned until the end of the episode for a full playthrough of Sit and Wait.

Want to Take Your Songwriting to the Next Level?
Book a free ‘Just Start’ call with Connor Frost! Let’s talk about your songwriting goals and challenges to see if we’re a good fit to work together.
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🎧 Listen, learn, and keep writing!
Until next time—happy songwriting!