Fernando Arruda

Music Theory: Exploring Sound, Rhythm, and Melody on the MIDI Grid

<p>Excellent Alex! I love the sound design, but I'll comment only on the chords/melody and bass! I love how you explore different root notes, and how pleasant your chord progression is. The voice leading is smooth and that makes it fun and easy to listen to. I hear the top melody, but it sounds more like a top pad (chord) line. You can still add another melody here if you wish. Try percussive sounds, with less reverb. Plucky sounds, celesta, anything like that on the dry side will fit great, and that extra melody can help "make your track stick on people's memory". Another route to finishing this track is to add vocals. EIther way, you might want to do a B section as well. See the chapter about structure. Sounds great, you have good taste.</p>

Thank you for the response! I'm glad you enjoyed it and I appreciate the feedback. I will make sure to use your advice for the next piece! :)

<p>I have made a 1 min ensemble with drums, melody and chord. I use Soundtrap, so mastering is done automatically. Thank you for your lessons! please leave feedback if you would be so kind.<iframe height="500" width="500" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-forms allow-same-origin allow-popups"></iframe><iframe height="500" width="500" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-forms allow-same-origin allow-popups"></iframe></p>


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