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FORMAT is considered to be the basic structure
also known as "form" or "formula" which is the organization of the song component sections.
Understanding how to make all the song section parts fit together is the art of crafting songs. Every song has its own inherent Format that works best with the core sum of its parts where Hooks, Melodies,
Storyline, Key Changes, Instrumentals, Solos and Harmonies are crafted into the Song Component Sections-- Intro, Verse, Pre-Chorus,
Chorus, Bridge, Solo, Ending.
The construction of a song’s Format is one of the most important
parts of a song’s development. Understanding this process will undoubtedly
enable the song to have more creative and artistic choices allowing the song to go beyond the familiar.
Listed below are some popular song formats used in music history.
In these formulas, I= Intro, V=Verse, P= Pre-Chorus, C=Chorus, S= Solo, B= Bridge, E=Ending
VVSV VCVCSVC
VVCSVCC
VVBV VCVSCBC VPCSVPC
VVCVCVV CVCSVC VPCVPCBC
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