The First “M”: Melody 2hours
In this interactive video series you will learn the most important foundations of music theory in a way that doesn’t make you pass out in a puddle of your own drool.
Part 1 - Understanding Frequency, "Notes," and Scales
In this lesson I will blow your mind by showing you how the same patterns which determine the colors we see and govern the planets in our solar system are the same patterns music producers use to create melodies!
Then I will show you two patterns that will teach you every single major and minor scale in western music!
47min.
Part 2 - Arpeggios, Chords and How to Layer Melodies
In this lesson, you will learn how to use arpeggios and chords to create a 3 layer melody with a bassline, leads, and accompaniment!
57min.
Part 3 - Envelopes, ADSR, Oscillators & Waveforms
In this final lesson, you get your Hogwarts acceptance letter & learn about the fabled ADSR.
You will also get a crash course on adjusting a synthesizer’s waveforms, glide and other knobs to create unique sounds!
1hr 10min.
EXAM 1 - "Do You Even Melody?"
If you can score 100 on this exam then you have mastered the foundations of Melody and you can move it on up to the Movement portion of our class!
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ABOUT your Instructor
Jordan Winslow
Electronic Music Producer, Composer & Audio Engineer
I have been producing electronic music since I was 13 years old. My family never had the money to support my ambitions and hated my decision to pursue a career in music, but I believe life is too short to not do what you are passionate about, and my greatest passion is music.
It was a very rocky start, I almost ended up homeless multiple times, but now I have over 14 years of experience producing EDM and Pop-Electronic music for over 15 artists in Los Angeles, North Carolina, Florida, and New York and have had my soundtracks featured in various films, video games, and commercials around the world!
If you decide to work with me, I guarantee you that I will be one of the most passionate and dedicated artists you have ever worked with, and my insight will bring something unique to your project that you never thought possible!
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- Create an account by using the register button. This will allow you to earn points, achievements, and rank up your "Mastery Level."
- Complete lessons by watching the videos, reading the material, then take exams to be awarded with achievements.
- Interact with other students and the instructor by clicking the classroom discussion link or by commenting in the section below each lesson.
- As you complete lessons, exams and interact with other students you will earn points which you can use to unlock new "Mastery Levels" to showcase your progress.
- Some ranks can only be achieved after you complete certain exams and cannot be unlocked with points.
- If you have any questions get in touch with Jordan here.