Module 1: Introduction
Introduction (1 min):
- An introduction to Made by Pete and his approach to music production.
Module 2: Drums & Groove
Kick Drum Choices & Programming – Picking the Right Kick Samples (2 mins):
- Techniques for choosing the right kick sample for your production.
- Understanding how the right starting point can shape the rest of the groove.
Kick Drum Choices & Programming – Layering Kicks (3 mins):
- How to layer kick samples to achieve the desired sound.
- Combining different elements to build a more complete kick.
Kick Drum Choices & Programming – Sampling & Resynthesizing Kicks (4 mins):
- Sampling kicks from existing tracks.
- Splitting kicks into layers and resynthesizing the low-end.
- Retaining the character and transient of the original kick.
Hi-Hats – Using Arpeggiators (5 mins):
- Using an arpeggiator to create interesting hi-hat grooves.
- Developing movement and variation within your hi-hat patterns.
Claps – How to Create Interesting Patterns (3 mins):
- Creating more interesting clap patterns.
- Using rhythm and variation to add movement to your drums.
Percussion – Choosing & Editing Samples (11 mins):
- Choosing percussion sounds that work within your groove.
- Chopping, editing and tuning percussion samples.
- Turning simple samples into more interesting rhythmic elements.
Live Percussion – Recording, Editing & Processing (8 mins):
- Recording live percussion to create a more authentic feel.
- Editing and processing recorded percussion.
- Creating a natural stereo image.
Drum Group Processing (6 mins):
- Processing the overall drum group.
- Bringing individual drum elements together to create a cohesive groove.
Module 3: Bass
Creating Basslines – Layering Bass (7 mins):
- Building basslines from multiple layers.
- Combining different elements to create a fuller and more interesting low-end.
Creating Basslines – Percussive & FM Bass (16 mins):
- Creating basslines using percussive sounds.
- Exploring FM synthesis for bass.
- Using modulation and sound design to create rhythmic movement.
Kick & Bass – How to Get Them to Sit Together in the Mix (4 mins):
- Creating space between kick and bass.
- Programming and processing the low-end so both elements work together.
Module 4: Melodic Elements
My Method for Writing Chords & Melodies (18 mins):
- Made by Pete’s personal approach to writing chords and melodies.
- Finding the root note and establishing a key.
- Experimenting with chord progressions and different voicings.
- Using the notes within chords to develop melodies and arpeggios.
Writing a Top Line Melody (10 mins):
- Developing a top-line melody from existing musical ideas.
- Finding melodic phrases that complement the underlying chords.
Moog Sub 37 Lead (8 mins):
- Creating a lead sound using the Moog Sub 37.
- Developing a melodic element that adds character and focus to the track.
Module 5: Vocals
Creative Vocals with Granular Processing (13 mins):
- Using granular processing to transform vocals.
- Exploring creative ways to manipulate vocal material.
- Creating unusual textures and atmospheric vocal elements.
Module 6: Arrangement
When to Start Arranging (12 mins):
- Recognising when a track has enough elements to begin arranging.
- Avoiding the trap of continually adding new ideas.
- Knowing when to move from experimentation into arrangement.
Sketching the Arrangement (18 mins):
- Quickly laying out the structure of a track.
- Developing the main sections and overall energy flow.
- Creating an arrangement without getting lost in the details.
Deconstructing Track – Made by Pete & Zoe Kypri – “Go” (8 mins):
- Breaking down the arrangement of Go by Made by Pete & Zoe Kypri.
- Looking at the production decisions and structure of the track.
Module 7: Mixing & Mastering
Mixing – How I Approach a Mixdown (22 mins):
- A detailed look at Made by Pete’s approach to mixing.
- Balancing the different elements within the production.
- Creating clarity, balance and cohesion across the mix.
Mastering – Finalising a Track for the Club & Record Labels (12 mins):
- Made by Pete’s approach to finalising a track.
- Preparing the finished production for club playback and record labels.
- Final checks and processing to get the track ready to release.
Total Runtime: 3 hours 10 minutes.
