In this interview with Dave Nachmanoff we discuss:
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- How he ended up playing guitar for a hit singer songwriter
- Different approaches you can take for starting a song
- How songwriters can offer “custom songs” as a service for their fan bases
- How to gig more often as a touring songwriter
- How to plan your set list (and if it matters)
- How persistence and making connections will help you as a songwriter
- What makes a great song and how to achieve one
- How changing your song’s arrangement can affect the end result of your song
- Why it’s important to start your song by asking “What’s this song for?”
- How to write songs for songwriting competitions
- How to brainstorm song ideas as a group
- What makes a great performance
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About Dave Nachmanoff
Singer-songwriter, Dave Nachmanoff, can often be found touring with Al Stewart (“Year of the Cat”) as his lead guitarist and opening act, where he’s made appearances at such prestigious venues as the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC to the Royal Albert Hall in London. Nationwide independent music consortium Just Plain Folks honored Dave with the 2001 Songwriter of the Year Award, while Sing Out! Magazine has praised his “… heartfelt, inspired songwriting … with a delivery both biting and assured.” Learn more about Dave and his music at his website: http://davenach.com/
4 replies to "Writing + Performance Strategies from a Professional Songwriter"
Really nice interview Anthony. You are a talented host. Well prepared,but willing to follow the flow of the conversation. Dave was great guest. He is very smat and willing to share personal and professional stories. It was Interesting to me that he referred to Al Stewart’s in music as folk rock. To me it’s clear to see jazzy influences i interesting to me that he referred to Al Stewart’s and music as folk rock. To me it’s clear to see jazzy influences in His music but his music is very hard to categorize. Well just wanted to say thanks love the interview and will listen again. Richard Hughes
Thanks, Richard — I appreciate the nice words! I understand your point about some music being difficult to put into a certain genre.
Lots of good advice..
Thanks
Danny
You’re welcome, Danny — I’m glad it helps!