What musical ideas create feelings of excitement?
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- In this lesson, we will explore how feelings of excitement and momentum are created in an EDM track, to keep people dancing!
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5 Questions
Q1.
What is a mix-in?
A mix-in is changing the volume of the tracks to create an overall balance.
A mix-in is using samples in your track.
Q2.
How does EDM use layers?
EDM uses layers to create harmony in the vocal parts.
EDM uses layers to make the samples easier to hear.
Q3.
How can we create a mix-in in our DAW?
Add all layers at the same time in the opening section before the main A section.
Gradually add layers after the main section of the music.
Q4.
Where in the song structure does a mix-in occur?
Usually at the end of the track.
Usually just after the main section of the track.
Q5.
What other section uses layers to change the texture?
Main A section
Mix-in
5 Questions
Q1.
In a breakdown section, the number of layers...
Increases
Stays the same
Q2.
In the build up section, the number of layers...
Gradually decreases
Suddenly increases
Q3.
The 'drop' section in EDM is
A reduction in layers, thinning the texture before the build up section.
Usually an 8 bar section after the build up.
Q4.
What is automation?
Automating the panning on the track.
Automating the volume of the track.
Q5.
What is a snare build?
A drum roll at the drop section.
Removing the snare in the build up section.