Make a List. Make a List. Make a List.

Make a List. Make a List. Make a List.

Lists are one of the most powerful brainstorming and creativity inducing processes of songwriting. Why are lists so helpful? What type of lists do we make when songwriting? Why did Sondheim love making lists? In this episode Brett and Josh dive into the importance of writing lists and the transformative effect it has on the songwriting process. Chapters * 00:00 Introduction to Showtuned * 02:50 I Want Songs for the Week * 06:45 Main Topic: Writing Lists * 12:42 The Power of Metaphors * 17:11 Character and Scene Setting * 22:40 Think Like an Actor * 26:00 Rhymes * 32:46 What We’re Listening To * 36:46 Outro Songs referenced available for free on Patreon.com/showtuned [http://Patreon.com/showtuned] Hosted by Brett Boles and Josh Shelton. Each week we explore the layers of ways songs tell stories - from melodies to harmonies, lyrics to dialogue, characters to scenes - and how it all comes together in this unique medium where songs are the engine of the story! This podcast is an exploration for anyone who loves musicals - if you’re a songwriter, playwright, performer, storyteller, theater kid, Disney adult, accompanist, or just a super fan — our goal is you’ll find something interesting here. Produced by https://www.counterpointmusicals.com/ [https://www.counterpointmusicals.com/]

Top 10 Types of Songs in Musical Theater (part 2)

In Part 2 of the Top 10 Types of Songs in Musical Theater, Brett and Josh discuss: The Charm Song, Conflict/Confrontation Song, Reprises, Act Finales, 11 O’Clock Numbers Join us on Patreon (free & paid): https://www.patreon.com/showtuned [https://www.patreon.com/showtuned] Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/showtunedpod [https://www.instagram.com/showtunedpod] Chapters 0:00 Introduction 0:34 Charm Songs 6:09 Conflict and Confrontation Songs 11:00 Reprise and Its Impact 15:45 Act Finale and Ensemble Numbers 20:52 The 11 O'Clock Number 27:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Links to songs referenced on https://www.patreon.com/showtuned [https://www.patreon.com/showtuned] Hosted by Brett Boles and Josh Shelton. Each week we explore the layers of ways songs tell stories - from melodies to harmonies, lyrics to dialogue, characters to scenes - and how it all comes together in this unique medium where songs are the engine of the story! This podcast is an exploration for anyone who loves musicals - if you’re a songwriter, playwright, performer, storyteller, theater kid, accompanist, or just a super fan — our goal is you’ll find something interesting here. Produced by https://www.counterpointmusicals.com/ [https://www.counterpointmusicals.com/]

Top 10 Types of Songs in Musicals (part 1)

In Part 1 of the Top 10 Types of Songs in Musical Theater, Brett and Josh discuss: Opening Numbers, Character Establishment Songs, Ballads, Conditional Love Songs and Comedy Songs. Join us on Patreon (free & paid): https://www.patreon.com/showtuned [https://www.patreon.com/showtuned] Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/showtunedpod [https://www.instagram.com/showtunedpod] Chapters * 00:00 Introduction * 02:55 What is Your "I Want Song" for the Week? * 06:05 Every Song Has a Job * 08:45 List of 10 Types of Songs in Musicals * 09:45 Opening Numbers * 22:45 I Want Song / Character Establishment * 30:10 Ballads * 37:37 Conditional Love Songs * 43:31 Comedy Songs Link to songs referenced on Patreon [https://www.patreon.com/showtuned]! Hosted by Brett Boles (The M Tea [https://www.skool.com/songwriters/about?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGn71vt-6yJ20dgd3RoEWA8p_pYXtxIdgXZHM5atdqpKCbR8QVVOzxnZWYOK9c_aem_YWdncwAGn_juwfOtJkcTrLf2amB_&brid=YWdncwHKp7HNc-SVH8lzx2s7QrDK]) and Josh Shelton (Counterpoint Musicals [counterpointmusicals.com]). Each week we explore the layers of ways songs tell stories - from melodies to harmonies, lyrics to dialogue, characters to scenes - and how it all comes together in this unique medium where songs are the engine of the story! This podcast is an exploration for anyone who loves musicals - if you’re a songwriter, playwright, performer, storyteller, theater kid, Disney adult, accompanist, or just a super fan — our goal is you’ll find something interesting here. Produced by https://www.counterpointmusicals.com/ [https://www.counterpointmusicals.com/]

How are Movie Musicals Different from Theater?

In this episode of "Showtuned," Brett & Josh explore the fundamental differences between stage and film musicals, including storytelling techniques, audience engagement, technical considerations, and structural differences. Perfect for musical theater enthusiasts, songwriters, and filmmakers. Key Topics * Differences in storytelling between stage and film musicals * Technical tools unique to each medium (lighting, sound, camera) * Structural differences: two-act vs three-act formats * Audience engagement and the live experience * Adapting stage shows into movies: challenges and strategies * The role of the director and the camera in storytelling * Song length and pacing considerations in film and theater * Visual spectacle and scale in film adaptations * The importance of suspension of disbelief in different mediums * The evolution and innovation in musical film genre Chapters * 00:00 Introduction to Showtuned * 03:11 What is Your "I Want Song" for the Week? * 05:45 Stage Musicals vs. Movie Musicals * 14:55 Crafting for Different Mediums * 22:22 The Role of Audience and Performance * 26:41 Understanding Musical Structures: Two Acts vs. Three Acts * 30:33 Song Structure and Length Differences * 31:23 The Importance of Pacing in Film and Stage Musicals * 33:26 Song Development: From Film to Stage Adaptations * 36:08 The Differences in Production: Film vs. Stage * 38:44 What We're Listening to This Week Links to What We're Listening To: * Bridges of Madison Country [https://open.spotify.com/album/3LaPdSklCPjDDz9etyDvIb?si=ybKI_mBaQ2OQnfzEmQn5DQ] * Gypsy Demos [https://open.spotify.com/album/24hgppcPnYdswB9l2sqzih?si=DBKDoZDdQb-7z4oF4LwJOQ]

Song Structures: Verse-Chorus vs AABA

In this episode of Showtuned, Brett Boles (The M Tea [https://www.instagram.com/thebrettboles/?hl=en]) and Josh Shelton (Counterpoint Musicals [https://www.counterpointmusicals.com/]) delve into the exploration of song structure and form, emphasizing the significance of verse-chorus and AABA forms in musical storytelling. They discuss the role of song structure in character development and story momentum, providing examples from classic and contemporary musical theater. It explores the importance of expectation, repetition and variation in engaging the audience. The concept of through-composed songs in musical theater is also discussed, emphasizing their rarity and the challenges they present. Join us on Patreon (free & paid): https://www.patreon.com/showtuned [https://www.patreon.com/showtuned] Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/showtunedpod [https://www.instagram.com/showtunedpod] Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 03:25 - My "I Want Song" for the Week 06:15 - Verse-Chorus Song Form 18:08 - AABA Song Form 33:00 - Through Composed Song Form Hosted by Brett Boles and Josh Shelton. Each week we explore the layers of ways songs tell stories - from melodies to harmonies, lyrics to dialogue, characters to scenes - and how it all comes together in this unique medium where songs are the engine of the story! This podcast is an exploration for anyone who loves musicals - if you’re a songwriter, playwright, performer, storyteller, theater kid, Disney adult, accompanist, or just a super fan — our goal is you’ll find something interesting here. Produced by https://www.counterpointmusicals.com/ [https://www.counterpointmusicals.com/]