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SHELLY MARIE
Marshell “Shelly Marie” Johnson is a wife, mother, published author, music producer, singer, songwriter, composer, podcaster, and founder of The Joy of Music and Movement (TJOMM), a non-profit organization focused on outreach community programs and integrative arts programs in the performing arts located in Richardson.
Her musical career expanded to include singing, producing, composing, writing, orchestrating music to short films, special projects with Warner’s Brothers, and arranging several local artists in addition to releasing her own CDs: ”Up-Hold” and “God’s Provision”.
DRAGONFLY TEAM FAQ
Dragonfly is a collaborative songwriting and production team dedicated to bringing ideas to life through music. From brainstorming concepts to crafting lyrics, melodies, and full productions, our team works closely with artists to create songs that resonate. Based in Richardson, we guide every step of the process—from studio recording to copyrighting and release, helping artists turn their vision into a polished, professional track.
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How do I work with Dragonfly Team? (Artist,Producer or Supervisor)
Working with Our Songwriting Team
The journey of creating music with our team begins with a collaborative meeting, where we sit down to explore your vision and ideas. Together, we brainstorm themes, melodies, and lyrics to bring your story to life. Once we establish the direction, we move into the studio at our Richardson location, where our writers and producers work side by side with you to shape the song.
From drafting lyrics to building melodies and producing the final track, we guide you through every step of the process. Our team also assists with copyrighting your work, ensuring that your song is protected and credited properly. Finally, we help with the rollout—strategizing how to introduce your music to the world so it reaches the right audience.
Working with us means you’re not just writing a song—you’re building an experience, protected, polished, and ready for release.
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How long will it take to create?
The time it takes to complete a song depends on the project’s scope, but we give each artist a realistic timeline from start to finish.
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How much will it cost?
Our pricing is designed to be transparent and flexible, depending on the level of support you need. Every project is unique, but here’s a general breakdown:
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Idea & Song Development Session: $50 per session
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Studio Time in Richardson (Recording, Writing, Producing): $75–$125 per hour or flat packages starting at $600 per song
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Copyrighting & Registration Assistance: $150 flat fee per song
We also offer custom packages for artists who want ongoing collaboration, multiple songs, or album projects.
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Will I Still own the Rights?
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If the song is co-written with your songwriting team, then copyright is shared among all writers
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Publishing rights (the right to earn royalties from performances, streaming, licensing, etc.) can also be shared or assigned depending on the agreement.