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EPISODE · Jun 9, 2025 · 16 MIN

How Musical Theatre Techniques Can Improve Your Songwriting - In Any Genre!

from SongTown on Songwriting | Mastering the Art of Great Songs · host Marty Dodson, Clay Mills

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In this episode, multi #1 songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson explore how writing for musical theatre can powerfully impact your songwriting—no matter the genre. Fresh off a successful theatre production in NYC, Marty shares key lessons from the stage that every songwriter can use to level up their writing. Learn how understanding character, story arc, and purpose can make your songs more emotionally effective and commercially viable. Whether you're writing for yourself, pitching to major artists, or dreaming of Broadway, this is one conversation you won’t want to miss!

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