Creative agility and writing process with hit songwriting Rodney Alejandro

Send us Fan MailUpcoming classes:To sign up for the April 5th workshop: "The songwriting of Taylor Swift": https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1252499231919?aff=oddtdtcreatorTo support this podcast and membership:https://buymeacoffee.com/scarlet.keysShow take aways:Try writing a song using the words and rhythm of a nursery rhyme to try audio doodling in your melody.Write your chorus firstStart a song with the chorusYou need input for output: Go hear live music, new music, travel, try new things, read...ABOUT TODAY'S GUEST:Rodney AlejandroGrammy nominated artist/songwriter/producer Rodney Alejandro stands as a formidable polymath whose talents span an impressive array of roles both on stage and in the studio. Renowned for his dynamic passion for music, Alejandro has excelled as amusician, arranger, songwriter, producer, music director, executive, and educator,establishing himself as a linchpin in the entertainment world.In one of his eras, Alejandro dazzled audiences worldwide as the keyboardist and music director for the international pop band, The Script. His innovative arrangements transformed the band’s hits into captivating live experiences, weaving emotionalnarratives that swung from exhilarating highs to poignant lows, leaving concert-goers spellbound.Alejandro’s illustrious career as a live performer includes collaborations with an array of music legends. From the Latin rhythms of Mañá, and Chucho Valdez y Irakere to the soulful strains of Stevie Wonder and Labrinth, to the rock prowess of Roger Daltry and Bunburry, his diverse collaborations have cemented his reputation as a versatile and sought-after talent.Before joining The Script, he had already made a name for himself behind the scenes.His songwriting and production prowess has earned him accolades across multiple genres, including English, Latin, and Asian music markets. He has contributed to multiple Grammy and Latin Grammy nominated projects and earned a Billboard Latin Pop Album of the Year, along with numerous gold and platinum certifications.In the studio, Alejandro's versatility shines through, with his fingerprints on projects ranging from R&B giants like Ray Charles and The Tempatations, to Latin superstars like Kumbia Kings and Olga Tañon, Zydeco royalty Sean Ardoin, and rock legend Sammy Hagar. His contributions have spanned various projects showcasing his ability to adaptand excel in diverse musical settings.Alejandro’s talents extend to television and film as well, where he has composed and produced music for acclaimed shows such as "The Shield" (Golden Globe winner for Best Drama Series), “Thief,” and “The Ellen DeGeneres Show”(Latin Theme). His work has also enriched the soundtracks of programs like CBS’s “The Unit”, HBO’s “Pee-Wee Herman's Broadway Special” and “Smallville.”His current era has been thirty plus years in the making. Although he initially deferred college to pursue a major record deal, he later attended San Jacinto Junior College, followed by Berklee College of Music, where he graduated summa cum laude with dual majors in Contemporary Writing and Production and Music Production and Engineering.His commitment to learning continued as he pursued an Entertainment BusinessMaster’s of Science at Full Sail University, graduating as Valedictorian.Alejandro’s dedication to education extends beyond his own studies. He has delivered masterclasses and speeches on performance, songwriting, and production at institutions around the globe. His contributions to the arts have been recognized by Berklee College of Music, which named him Alumnus of the Year in 2006, and The Recording Academy - TX Chapter, which honored him as Music Education Advocate&Scarlet's website: https://www.scarletkeys.comScarlet's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scarletkeysofficial/To purchase Scarlet Keys' book "The Craft of Songwriting:https://www.amazon.com/Craft-Songwriting-Music-Meaning-Emotion/dp/0876391927/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PP55NU6E9ST6&keywords=the+craft+of+songwriting&qid=1659573139&sprefix=the+craft+of+songwritin%2Caps%2C153&sr=8-1