Songwriting: In this episode Joe analyzes Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber's "Stuck with U".  Here we have a textbook example of modern songwriting. Joe highlights the construction and techniques that not only create the work, but sets it apart with unusual  and unexpected vocal and instrumental procedures.

Songwriting: In this episode Joe examines the technique of borrowing chords from one key into another in order to create a never-ending reservoir of ideas for your song backgrounds. This will lead to endless possibilities of melody and inspiration.

Songwriting: In this episode Joe analyzes Henry Mancini' classic  "Moon River". Highlighted is the connection between varying degrees of dissonance and the emotional  response induced in the listener.

Songwriting: In this episode Joe analyzes Bruce Springsteen's classic "Born to Run".  This song elevated him to superstar status. A textbook of techniques and procedures for any songwriter or composer in all styles and genres.

Songwriting: In this episode Joe analyzes John Lennon's classic ode to peace for all the people of the world.  Poetry and music are fused into one of the most popular songs of all time.

Songwriting: In this episode Joe analyzes one of the most covered and recorded songs in modern music history. Innovative and revolutionary in it's time, it offers a wealth of ideas and techniques for any composer in any genre of music.

Songwriting: In this episode of "Songwriting For Everyone", Joe analyzes the chords and progressions from two famous songs - "Hotel California" and "Hey Joe". Through analysis we seek to learn the techniques used to create a masterpiece  - then using these ideas and techniques, giving us the knowledge to learn and advance as a composer.

Songwriting: In this episode Joe analyzes a true classic of modern songwriting. Discussed are such topics as - melody, rhythm and harmonic hooks as well as phrasing, sectioning, melodic embellishments, connectors and interludes.

Songwriting: In this episode Joe analyzes one of the most famous songs of all times - Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean". Topics and techniques discussed are melodic, rhythmic and harmonic hooks, along with the importance of phrasing, bass lines, countermelodies, vocal and instrumental fill-ins.

Songwriting: In this episode Joe analyzes the classic work "Hallelujah". Discussed is the abstract symbolism of the lyrics which have been analyzed in so many forums, speaking of Cohens brilliant linking of musical imagery, sex and religion. Along with alluding to these discussions, Joe does a thorough investigation of the the musical architecture and construction of the various musical elements.