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How does a piano work? The anatomy of a piano
Learn about how the various components of a piano work together to produce sound, the differences between grand and upright pianos, and more.
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How to make a synthwave track in 10 minutes (free MIDI files included)
Get a firsthand look into the basics of creating synthwave melodies, chord progressions, and drum grooves in Ableton.
How do analog emulation plugins work?
Let’s talk about the primary ways analog emulation plugins are created, the areas they excel in, and how they differ from the gear they strive to recreate.
5 things you didn’t know about MIDI
Explore five lesser-known facts about MIDI, a protocol that most of us can't live without when producing and performing music.
Mr. Bill breaks down his sound design, composition, and sampling techniques
Veteran producer Mr. Bill crafts a track from scratch and takes us along on the journey.
How music composers use samples when developing a score
Three composers tell us about how they use samples when developing a score, how they collaborate with their clients, and more.
Diana Dotel on concert promotion and the importance of mentorship | The Come Up
Diana Dotel tells us about her experience working alongside Latin music's stars, the importance of mentorship, the future of music, and more.
Dyson (Astrid S, BTS) on creating the perfect vocal sample pack
Multi-platinum songwriter / vocalist Dyson and producer / engineer Chris Gustin break down the creative process behind crafting an incredible vocal sample pack.
How to create an audio soundscape for video games
In this in-depth guide, we walk through how to create a dynamic audio soundscape for video games by exploring the various sound design considerations for an in-game rainforest.
Why songwriting agreements are essential to your music career
We spoke with three industry professionals to learn about how songwriting agreements and split sheets work in various situations.
Sarah Schachner on scoring Assassin’s Creed Valhalla and the craft of popular music
Sarah Schachner tells us about her approach to scoring Assassin's Creed Valhalla, collaborating with Mike Dean, and more.
7 chord progressions music producers need to know (free MIDI files included)
From the basics to more advanced options, we go over seven chord progressions that are absolutely worth familiarizing yourself with.