The riff by nature is repetitive so you get it, again and again, you get it reinforced and the rest of the song is built around it like the riff was the skeleton of the song.
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Creative Riff Composition with MIDI - On-demand
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Part 1 - Intro - Riff definition
Course overview
Learning outcomes
Extrapolate core musical qualities of a riff
Construct a riff within a selected musical genre
Apply arrangement techniques around a riff within a track
Who is this course for?
- • This workshop aims to provide you with the necessary abilities to begin composing riffs and arranging a composition around such an important musical element.
Requirements
- • A computer and internet connection
- • A web cam and mic
- • A Zoom account
- • Access to a copy of Live Suite or Standard (i.e. trial or full license)
Course content
Course Overview
2 lessons
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Course Overview
2 lessons
- What you will learn in this course
- Requirements
Creative Riff Composition with MIDI - On-demand
5 videos
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Creative Riff Composition with MIDI - On-demand
5 videos
Part 1 - Intro - Riff definition
Checking access...Part 2 - What's NOT a Riff - definition
Checking access...Part 3 - Ableton - Create a MIDI Bass Line
Checking access...Part 4 - Ableton - Create a MIDI Riff
Checking access...Part 5 - Ableton - Arrange a track with a MIDI Riff
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Instructors
Simone Tanda
Simone Tanda is a musician, producer, multi-media artist, tech consultant, and educator. Based across London & Berlin he is currently creating music for his own project, as well as multidisciplinary artists, film, and commercials.