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RoscoP.69
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RoscoP.69
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10/17/2006 4:23 am
Hi,
I am fixing to have a baby, and i thought it would be cool to write a lullaby. I've Chords and am working on lyrics but i can't figure out a rhythm that would suit this style. can neone help me with rhythm?
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jeffhx
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jeffhx
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10/17/2006 11:10 am
what style are u wanting it to be?
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RoscoP.69
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RoscoP.69
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10/17/2006 6:07 pm
I wanted it to be a kind of country sounding lullaby. Just something soothing you know.
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magicninja
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magicninja
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10/18/2006 8:18 am
I'd say for a lullaby do either half note chords or whole note chords (whatever suits the vocal melody) and let your voice do the rythm. The baby will respond more to your voice than the music.
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RoscoP.69
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RoscoP.69
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10/19/2006 5:22 am
Yeah i never really thought about making it that simple. thanks.
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