Join us in a rapper’s first production session to explore the fundamentals of making a beat in Ableton Live.
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Learn about triads, chord progressions, and the other music theory subtopics that constitute the vast but exciting world of harmony.
Melodics teamed up with Splice to provide a collection of top-notch lessons—we gave them a go and walked away with three takeaways regarding finger drumming.
Melodies are often what keep us coming back to our favorite songs—in this article, learn about all of the different aspects that constitute a melody.
Let’s explore how music theory can allow us to express ourselves, communicate better, and deepen our enjoyment of music.
Let’s explore the tools and techniques involved in mixing that allow us to create a polished, dynamic, and release-ready track.
Learn about what binaural audio is, how it works, and why it’s a technique that’s gaining popularity across different musical (and non-musical) contexts.
Learn about what the circle of fifths is, why it’s important, and two interesting ways you can use it in your own music.
Let’s explore the common types and parameters of one of the most widely-used effects in music production: digital reverb.
We break down the core essentials for getting started with music production for songwriters, from the equipment you’ll need to the processes you’ll want to understand.
Learn the ins-and-outs of how to make music in this complete guide to music production, from picking a DAW to composing, mixing, and mastering your work.
Learn how to write a song in seven steps—in this article, we dive into the full songwriting process, from writing lyrics to getting your song over the finish line.