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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

Art Is Not a Competition

by Ed Bell | November 17, 2015 | Building a Career, The Creative Habit | 0 Comments

It can be tempting to feel jealous and insecure around other people’s success. But that won’t do you any favors.

How to Come up with 100 New Song Ideas

by Ed Bell | January 15, 2018 | Lyric Tools, Music Tools | 0 Comments

The best way to come up with new song ideas is to learn how to take old song ideas and turn them into new ones.

When Your Ambition Doesn’t Match Your Talent

by Ed Bell | June 12, 2019 | Inspiration, The Creative Habit | 30 Comments

Don’t let your talent lead the way. Let your ambition lead the way, and let your talent catch up if it needs to.

Nine Lessons from Five Years as a Creative Entrepreneur

by Ed Bell | December 18, 2020 | Building a Career, Inspiration | 362 Comments

Just over five years ago, The Song Foundry Inc. was born and I became a creative business owner. I’ve learned a few things since.

Get Your Story Straight

by Ed Bell | October 6, 2015 | Lyric Tools, The Creative Habit | 0 Comments

So many great songs work because they tell great stories. If the writing is coming slowly, it might be because you haven’t figured out what your song’s story is yet.