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Ed Bell. The Song Foundry. Songwriting coaching. Songwriting courses. Songwriting tips.

I’m a songwriter, author and music educator.

In half my life I’m a songwriter for theatre and film, where I’ve written award-winning stage shows, written songs for Oriental DreamWorks and worked on dozens of creative projects around the world.

In the other half I help thousands of songwriters hit their goals each month, through my bestselling songwriting books, inspiring video courses and popular songwriting articles.

I don’t just do quick tips and tricks. I don’t pretend there’s some simple shortcut to success. I actually help people find the skills, confidence and creativity to write the songs they want to write – whether they’re on their first song or their thousandth.

So if you’re ready to level up your skills and have a ton of fun in the process – welcome. I’m glad you’re here.

Recent Articles

What If Your Greatest Liability Is Actually Your Greatest Strength?

by Ed Bell | August 10, 2015 | Inspiration, The Creative Habit | 0 Comments

Lots of people are embarrassed about their so-called negative traits. But they might turn out to be the most positive traits they’ve got.

Seth Godin: Fail Until You Succeed

by Ed Bell | May 16, 2015 | Inspiration, The Creative Habit | 0 Comments

Seth Godin is one of the US’s smartest entrepreneurs. While as writers we’re here first and foremost to make art, there’s a lot we can learn about entrepreneurial spirit. In this video Godin explains why anyone trying to be innovative ought to get comfortable with failure.

The Importance of Being Full of Yourself

by Ed Bell | July 13, 2015 | Inspiration, The Creative Habit | 0 Comments

Being full of yourself has gotten a bad rep and a bad rap. Maybe your parents told you not to show off. But to be a creative person, at any age, means showing off as much and as often as you can.

To Begin, Begin

by Ed Bell | January 5, 2018 | Inspiration | 0 Comments

Sometimes, the best way to do something is just to do it.

The 10% Principle: How to Write Your Best Songs

by Ed Bell | April 30, 2019 | Inspiration, The Creative Habit | 9 Comments

Turning a good song into a great one is all about the last 10% – the point where you keep pushing until you end up with your best and most distinctive work.