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    Tools / March 6, 2021
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    5 free instrument plugins every music producer should have in 2021 (VST / AU)

    Spanning grand pianos to wavetable synths, these five high-quality free instrument plugins are must-haves for any music producer.

    Tips & Tutorials / March 2, 2021
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    Exploring the world of open tunings on guitar

    Five guitarists across various genres tell us why they use open tunings and how alternate tunings can help expand our creativity.

    Routines & Process / March 1, 2021
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    How to build a creative ecosystem as a musician

    Career musicians share how they foster a music industry ecosystem, discussing everything from building meaningful relationships to approaching studio sessions.

    Tips & Tutorials / February 28, 2021
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    How to find your voice with sampling

    In this tutorial video, we explore the many different avenues for finding and utilizing samples in our own music.

    Recording / February 25, 2021

    Beyond hearing: Perception, notation, and expanding our senses

    We explore the expansive topic of how music has been documented over time, going beyond traditional notation and exploring more nonconformist approaches.

    Routines & Process / February 23, 2021
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    Why you should change your artist name (and how to do it right)

    Learn about the reasons you might want to consider changing your artist name, and how to navigate the process across streaming platforms, social media, etc.

    Tips & Tutorials / February 21, 2021
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    How to create melodies for different moods

    In this tutorial video, we explore three examples that help us better understand how we can effectively capture specific moods using melodies.

    Routines & Process / February 17, 2021
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    How 5 screen composers got their start and sustain their careers

    Hear firsthand stories about how five composers got their first gigs, what lessons they’ve learned along their journeys, and how they find balance with their work.

    Tips & Tutorials / February 15, 2021
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    Sango (Frank Ocean, Bryson Tiller) showcases his workflow in Reason+

    Sango uses the sounds of Jay Dee (aka J Dilla) and the tools available in Reason+ to whip up a garage beat in just a few minutes.

    Tips & Tutorials / February 13, 2021
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    Electric piano sound design tips with J3PO

    J3PO uses the Mark One instrument from Addictive Keys Complete Collection to walk through sound design techniques that explore the full potential of electric pianos.

    Tips & Tutorials / February 12, 2021
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    3 timeless songwriting lessons from Alex Winston

    Veteran singer-songwriter Alex Winston (The Knocks, Ryn Weaver) shares three invaluable songwriting lessons she’s gathered across her career.

    Recording / February 11, 2021
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    3 tips for using microphones and recording live instruments

    Saxophonist and engineer Mario Castro gives us three insightful tips around how to create colorful recordings of live instruments.

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