Ep 64 - The Art and Science of Songwriting with Kat Reinhert, pt 2

Picking up from Tuesday's episode, in today's discussion Kat Reinhert ventures into the intricate art of songwriting. We unravel the threads of crafting songs that resonate, starting with the elegance of simplifying harmonic choices to the boundless creativity unlocked by learning a new instrument. Kat and Sara illuminate pathways to hone songwriting skills, emphasizing the art of completion as a pivotal step towards growth and self-discovery in music. The conversation weaves through the collaborative spirit of co-writing, the artistry of embedding stories within melodies, and the importance of knowing the soul of your characters to breathe life into songs. Kat shares the concept of box development, a technique to captivate the audience. As we explore the landscape of building a diverse portfolio career in music, Kat offers golden nuggets on navigating the music business, including essential resources for budding artists. The dialogue shifts to the evolving dynamics of song length, structure, and the critical role of direct audience engagement through platforms like mailing lists. Kat gives us a glimpse into her upcoming projects, reinforcing the idea that in the ever-changing rhythm of the music industry, staying true to your creative essence and connecting with your audience is paramount. Find Kat: Web: https://katreinhert.com/  IG: @katreinhert  FB: @katreinhertmusic X: @katreinhert Spotify: @katreinhert Apple: @katreinhert YouTube:@katreinhert Upcoming: Songwriting for Educators   Also mentioned in our interview: Music, Lyrics, and Life by Mike Errico (https://bit.ly/3IQd5Yq)  Writing Better Lyrics by Pat Pattison (https://amzn.to/3TAzYnM)  Everything You Need to Know About the Music Business by Alan Passman (https://amzn.to/3TPIlgx)  How To Make It in the New Music Business: Practical Tips on Building a Loyal Following and Making a Living as a Musician by Ari Herstand (https://bit.ly/3x6zBtD)    _________________________   SUBMIT YOUR BURNING QUESTIONS or SUGGEST A GUEST https://bit.ly/TVLBurningQ    IG: @thevocallab FB: @thevocallabpopdcast TikTok: @sararamsayvoice YouTube: @thevocallab Web: thevocallabpodcast.com Email: [email protected]   Theme music for The Vocal Lab by FreshEars Audio The Vocal Lab Podcast is produced by Alexi Johnson, 604 Podcast Network Some links posted in the show notes may happen to be affiliate or partner links.