Learn how to craft cinematic pads, epic chord progressions and punchy basses, and master advanced sound design techniques employed by ArtFX while he attempts to beat our challenge.
In this video series, DAW guru reveals the steps to take to build a powerful Orchestral Template that you can use time and time again, as a great starting point when creating cinematic orchestral type productions. Gary begins by welcoming you, and then discusses why you need a template for cinematic orchestral composing and how it can benefit your workflow. Software and hardware requirements are then gone over, plus a look at what will be covered in the series. Starting at the beginning, Gary shows some VEPro specific options and setup tips, followed by some Cubase and Logic setup help, plus the different ways they each prefer to work with VEPro. You’ll then see how to set up and build your Strings, Brass, Woodwind and Percussion sections so they’re ready for action at a moment’s notice, followed by ways to add Choir tracks to the mix, as well as Hybrid elements such Synths, Pads, Soundscapes, Whooshes, Impact sounds, and an emotive Piano.
This course is an introduction to the methods of cinematic storytelling, with an emphasis on visual grammar and techniques, taught by CCA Instructor and seasoned veteran of Lucasfilm and Pixar, Craig Good. Students will learn story structure, and how to develop written or spoken ideas into a clear dramatic narrative arc, and how to edit and juxtapose images to create a clear and emotionally engaging result for live action film and animation. They will also learn how collaboration and the ability to show work in progress, giving and getting notes from peers, makes everybody’s work better.
There’s nothing quite like a Cinematic IMPACT to let us know something EPIC is about to happen, or a nerve-shattering RISER creating tension before a climaxing moment. We hear these sounds every day in movie trailers and with their growing popularity we’ve been hearing them more and more; like in popular dance music such as Trap and DubStep. But where do these sounds come from? Join Ableton Certified Trainer and author of popular sound design course “Cinematic Synthesis”, BigJerr as we learn to make some epic cinematic FXs…..FROM SCRATCH! In this 2 hour, live-stream you’ll learn what it takes to capture your OWN, PERSONAL field recordings and transform them into epic FX. As always the Ableton Live session will be available to download. As an added bonus, BigJerr will provide you with a RAW SAMPLES folder which includes ALL the samples he recorded. This’ll make learning these techniques easy as we’ll all be designing from the same starting point!
Gary begins by welcoming you and goes over what you’ll be accomplishing in the video series, as well as plays you the cinematic production you’ll create together. He also goes over the software needed to produce this type of arrangement. You’ll then jump right in, starting with creating string ostinatos, adding extra strings, horn melodies, brass parts, as well as how to create ambient drone patches to support and mystify the composition. Crafting the piano motif is next, followed by how to use pulsing instruments to create tension and add pace to the arrangement. Gary then shows you how to add riser effects to build up to the big impact moment in the arrangement, for dramatic effect. ’ll then continue on and see how to build up percussion parts, add woodwind flourishes, add a choir for a human element, what a Braam is and how make it more complex with strings and a choir, and how to bring back the piano theme at the end of the arrangement to tie it all together.
If you’re curious about how to use new layered sample VI based on guitars and stringed instruments from around the world, well, fret no more. Veteran Groove3 instructor Larry Holcombe will guide you step-by-step through Kithara, teaching you how to adjust all the parameters and utilize all the features to quickly create evocative and inspiring sounds. Whether you want to create ambient, evolving landscapes for a film/TV score or dress up that beat with some unconventional sounds, it’s all here. These Kithara videos are designed for new users. Larry begins with a brief overview of the plug-in, so you can understand its basic architecture, followed by a tour of the interface to help you get your bearings. He then moves on to the Main and Layers pages, where you’ll spend most of your time. You’ll learn how to select different samples for the four different layers (Attack, Sustain 1, Sustain 2, and Release), blend them in different amounts, edit the amp envelopes, and more. Next, Larry covers the Fragments page, where you can create randomized “fragment” fluttering effects to complement the fundamental layers and tickle the ears in unpredictable ways. Then, you’ll explore the FX page, where you’ll get access to spatial and other granular effects to further decorate your sounds. Other topics include the Settings page (for global controls, etc.), modulating your sound (using the mod wheel to add movement and life to patches), the source browser (for organizing sounds), and more.
In this detailed The Legend HZ video course, synth guru Larry Holcombe takes you on a deep dive into The Legend HZ, the amazing VI from Synapse Audio that builds upon the Moog-emulating predecessor, The Legend. The Legend HZ was designed in collaboration with film-scoring phenom Hans Zimmer and packs an incredible amount of functionality that caters especially well to the needs of a film composer, including an additional three oscillators, polyphony, a modulation matrix, and more! These The Legend HZ videos are designed for new users. Larry welcomes you and provides a bit of background info on what The Legend HZ is, why it was developed, and what sets it apart from its predecessor (The Legend) and the Moog hardware instrument on which it’s based. Then he gives you a quick overview of the interface and main features, followed by a demonstration of how to save and manage presets, so you’ll be ready to start testing out sounds right away.
Join Groove3 instructor Larry Holcombe for a detailed look at Scene: Saffron, a new “lightweight cinematic instrument” from Native Instruments designed for quickly creating vivid, expressive scores for film, TV, or video games. You’ll learn everything you need to know to start using this instrument right away, from blending sound sources to setting up modulations, employing aftertouch, and much more. By the end of this Saffron course, you’ll have designed your own sounds like a pro and be ready to use them in your own productions with confidence. These Saffron videos are designed for new Scene: Saffron users. Larry begins the course with a brief introduction, in which he provides some basic information about the instrument and its architecture, including a tour of the interface, so you’ll have your bearings throughout the course. Then it’s on to the Sound Sources, where you’ll learn how to select the two individual sound elements that you’ll use to build a patch. See how to employ randomization and use the X/Y controller to blend the two signals in various ways.
The Symphonic Virtual Orchestration Course Your strategic step-by-step action plan to help you Compose, Arrange, Mix, and Master your orchestral music and produce professional-sounding midi mockups.
Atmospheric & Magical Fantasy Music Composition. Welcome to a new amazing adventure, where you will explore the wonderful world of magical fantasy music. Music that will take you into a world of dreams and wonders, full of nostalgic vibes, peaceful sounds and sweet emotions.The atmosphere of magical fantasy music is truly special. It’s not powerful, epic, or full of dramatic action. Instead, it’s soft, peaceful, and dreamy – a world of magic. Magical fantasy music covers a wide range of emotions and feelings. From sweet and romantic, to mysterious and magical, to dreamy and divine.As a music composer, you are a storyteller of music, a creator of sound landscapes, and a designer of atmosphere and emotion. And this masterclass will give you the knowledge and power to compose, craft and shape amazing stories in the style of magical fantasy music.My name is Mikael Baggström, but you can call me Mike. I am a composer, musician and sound designer from Sweden. I started making music in the late 90s, mainly in various electronic music styles. But even back then, I had this big dream to one day be able to create: cinematic music. Why? Because I had fallen in love with the expressive and emotional power of soundtrack music.
