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    • Mixing / November 11, 2022
      Mixing

      What is a de-esser (and how do I use it for vocals)? What is a de-esser (and how do I use it for vocals)?

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    • Routines & Process / November 3, 2022
      Routines & Process

      YouTube channel strategy for musicians: How to grow your audience YouTube channel strategy for musicians: How to grow your audience

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    • Mixing / October 21, 2022
      Mixing

      The 10 best free mixing plugins you need for your music The 10 best free mixing plugins you need for your music

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    • Music Theory / October 12, 2022
      Music Theory

      What is melody in music: A guide to pitch, scales, and keys What is melody in music: A guide to pitch, scales, and keys

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    Music Theory / August 21, 2021
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    4 easy ways to improve your chord progressions

    Explore four concepts that will help you add interest to your chord progressions without altering their core structure.

    Stories / May 19, 2021
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    How Yoko Shimomura became one of the most iconic composers in video game music

    Learn about how Yoko Shimomura went from tackling her first projects to crafting the timeless soundtracks of the Kingdom Hearts series.

    Music Theory / May 17, 2021
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    10 types of melodies you should know about

    In this tutorial video, we take a look at ten types of melodies that you should be familiar with as a musician.

    Music Theory / May 16, 2021
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    The secret chord for adding a gospel flair to your music

    Use this one simple but colorful chord to achieve sounds that are unmistakably a part of gospel music’s sonic palette.

    Tips & Tutorials / March 30, 2021
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    3 simple ways to use randomization in your music

    We take a look at three simple but effective ways to start adding some musical randomization to your productions.

    Tips & Tutorials / March 29, 2021
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    The history of randomness and chance in music

    From Nikolaus Simrock to John Cage, learn about the pioneers who used randomness in their music, and how it lives on in music production today.

    Music Theory / March 21, 2021
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    How to use reharmonization in your remixes

    In this tutorial video, we demonstrate how you can use reharmonization to add a whole new flavor to your remixes’ chord progressions.

    Interviews / March 11, 2021
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    Konrad OldMoney on breaking into the world of video game music

    Award-winning composer Konrad OldMoney (EA Sports, Skrillex) shares his perspective on breaking into the world of video game music, building a network of clients, and more.

    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.

    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 5, 2021
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    How to create drum patterns across genres (lo-fi hip hop, metal, and more)

    Learn about how to create original drum patterns in genres spanning lo-fi hip hop to metal, and download our free MIDI files to dive even deeper.

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