Collaborative Comedy Songwriting:

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Some students are natural poets or experienced songwriters, which is a great boon to our cause. Others are completely inexperienced, but learn fast and end up contributing effectively. Second City conservatory students are sharp cookies, naturally.

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How to Write Funny Lyrics: The Comedy Songwriting Manual

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From concept to finished product, this unique guide shows the way to create lyrics that make audiences laugh. Clear, friendly style of instruction is entertaining and easy to understand.

It was written expressly for comedy writers who need to know how to build solidly-crafted lyrics that any composer can readily set to music. It also explains exactly how to proceed if you’re not already a comedy expert.

This is a cool gift for any aspiring or professional songwriter, and an unusual addition to any lyricist’s library.

Below is the table of contents and an excerpt of the book

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Musical Direction for Improv and Sketch Comedy

Musical Direction for Improv and Sketch Comedy by Michael Pollock

Clear, friendly explanations and recorded examples introduce each musical principle and encourage individual creativity. Masteryear Publishing is proud to present this guide to musical skills long considered mysterious and practically unteachable.

Step by step, author Michael Pollock explains the thinking process behind comedy accompaniment and musical direction in clear, simple language. Each concept is illustrated by audio examples, featuring actors from The Second City Los Angeles and Michael at the keys.

The best comedy troupes in the world have live keyboardists.  The musicians who can provide this kind of expert accompaniment and direction are relatively rare. Want to

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