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Workflow Foundations
Module 0: Introduction
Course Syllabus
Course Guide & Expectations
Module 1: How to Listen & Write Like the Pros
Why this module? (2:25)
Active Listening (5:03)
Stealing Ideas Like a Pro (6:51)
Module 1 Homework
Module 2: Pre-Production
What is pre-production? (6:06)
File Organization (Part 1—Samples, Presets & Plugins) (11:24)
File Organization (Part 2—The 5-Folder Method for Organization Project Files) (6:24)
Building Your Personal Library (5:32)
5 Tips for a Creative and Productive Session (11:05)
Module 2 Homework
Module 3: Creative Strategies
Creative Prompts (1:06)
Presets as Starting Points (2:27)
Reference Tracks as Starting Points—Copying a Single Element (15:49)
Reference Tracks as Starting Points—Instrument Imitation (5:56)
Reference Tracks as Starting Points—Write on Top (7:01)
Module 3 Homework
Module 4: Melodic Development
Figuring out the key/notes (9:21)
The Ultimate Guide to Writing Better and More Memorable Melodies (14:23)
Adding Chords to a Melody (8:08)
Extending a Melody (8:07)
Module 4 Homework
Module 5: Instrumentation
Less is More (6:00)
How to Know When Your Idea is Ready (The Mute Trick) (6:51)
Core Instruments (4:24)
Background & Minor Instruments (2:27)
Idea Finishing Checklist (2:47)
Module 5 Homework
Module 6: Real Time Strategies - Idea Expansion
Building Off a Vocal (14:22)
Building Off a Kick & Bass (10:45)
Building Off a Chord Progression (12:04)
Building Off a Melody (22:16)
Module 6 Homework
Module 7: Expanding Ideas
Tension & Development Within a Section (3:38)
Subtracting Elements to Expand a Section (6:42)
Rhythmic Development and Variation (4:32)
Harmonic Additions (9:19)
Module 7 Homework
Module 8: Expanding to a Full Track
Writing Multiple Ideas (2:48)
Linear Production—What is it? (2:55)
Linear Production—Practical Example (15:18)
Linear Production—Benefits & Drawbacks (4:30)
Same Chords, Different Presentation (7:45)
Using Existing Sections to Inspire New Melodies (4:34)
Module 8 Homework
Module 9: Professional Track Analysis
Professional Track Analysis 1 - Connor (26:46)
Professional Track Analysis 2 - Sam (34:00)
Module 9 Homework
Module 10: The Last 10% - Finishing More & Better Music
Why It's Essential That You Finish More Music (4:26)
Expectation: Why You Don't Finish Music (4:53)
The Importance of Feedback (and How to Get It) (9:04)
Feedback From Producers vs. Non-Producers (2:41)
Keys to a Loud Mix (5:55)
Overproducing (2:59)
The To-do List Method (2:42)
Module 10 Homework
Finished Track Checklists
Finished Track Checklists Introduction (1:55)
Arrangement Checklist (2:47)
Mixing Checklist (3:01)
Mastering Checklist (1:12)
Module 11 Homework
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