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Christian Songwriter Retreat

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Apply now for the CREATE Songwriter Retreat in Nashville TN on May 3-5, 2024. This Christian songwriter retreat is hosted by Erskin Music and Lydia Walker.

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Best Products for Singers

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Here's a list of recommendations for the best products for singers, from professional singer Lydia Walker.

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Gift Ideas For Worship Leaders

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Shopping for a gift for your church worship leader? Here is a list of great gift ideas for worship leaders that will show them appreciation and thoughtfulness.

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Winter Beach Songwriting Retreat

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Apply to participate in the winter beach songwriting retreat in December 2022 hosted by Lydia Walker of Rustic Songbird.

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Drink LMNT Referral Program Review

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My review of the Drink LMNT referral program. How I earn affiliate income by sharing my referral link in videos and sell the extra boxes on eBay.

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Free Keyword Research Tool For YouTube SEO

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Watch this video to learn how to use Tubebuddy, a free keyword research tool for YouTube SEO. Get more views on your YouTube videos to grow your channel!

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3 Secrets to Planning A Successful Album Release

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Training for independent musicians to learn 3 Secrets To Planning A Successful Album Release. You'll learn how to avoid mistakes that most musicians make.

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My First Year Using Taxi Music

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Are you wondering if Taxi Music is worth it? Here's my experience of my first year using Taxi Music, and how I'm pitching songs to TV, movies and commercials.

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Baby Shower Gift Ideas For New Moms

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Looking for unique gift ideas for a new mom? These baby shower gift ideas will give you a list of suggestions for what you might want to buy for the new mom.

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How To Pitch Your Songs For TV, Movies and Commercials

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Learn how to pitch your songs for tv, movies and commercials, and how to get started with sync licensing as a musician. Featuring Lydia Walker and Josh North

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Presonus Studio Bundle Unboxing

Are you thinking of buying the Presonus Studio Bundle? This video shares an unboxing of what is included in the bundle and a link to get a discount.

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I Have Decided To Follow Jesus

Song by Christian Musician Lydia Walker, "I Have Decided To Follow Jesus" hymn played on acoustic guitar.

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5 Tips for Acoustic Guitar Care And Maintenance

Learn how to take care of your guitar with 5 tips for acoustic guitar care and maintenance. These tips will help to keep your guitar in good shape.

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Grand Finale Celebrating 100 Episodes with Lydia Walker & DarleneRaye

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In the final episode, host Lydia Walker and podcast manager DarleneRaye wrap up the 100th episode of the podcast and talk about highlights of creating the show.

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How To Find Opportunities In The Music Industry with Lydia Walker

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In this solo episode of the Rustic Songbird Podcast, host Lydia Walker shares resources for independent musicians to find opportunities in the music industry.

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Hi there, I'm Lydia!

I'm a singer/songwriter, worship leader, and host of the Rustic Songbird podcast. I teach independent musicians and songwriters about writing, recording and releasing their own music.

Here on the blog, you'll find songwriting tips, guitar tutorials, music gear reviews, and inspiration to take your music to the next level.

I'm so glad you're here!

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Recent Posts:

  1. Christian Songwriter Retreat

    Feb 23, 24 07:42 PM

    Create Songwriter Retreat 2024
    Apply now for the CREATE Songwriter Retreat in Nashville TN on May 3-5, 2024. This Christian songwriter retreat is hosted by Erskin Music and Lydia Walker.

    Read More

  2. Best Products for Singers

    Dec 30, 23 04:45 PM

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    Here's a list of recommendations for the best products for singers, from professional singer Lydia Walker.

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  3. Gift Ideas For Worship Leaders

    Dec 09, 23 11:33 AM

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    Shopping for a gift for your church worship leader? Here is a list of great gift ideas for worship leaders that will show them appreciation and thoughtfulness.

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