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Welcome to the third episode of the “How To Make A Classic Trance Track” series, where I will be creating a track in the style of a Classic Trance track without the use of hardware!
In this episode, ill be creating the Classic Trance style melody and breakdown for the track from scratch!
First, I will make an inspiring Trance leads sound from scratch so you can see the sound design of how a classic style Trance lead is created. Then I will create all the musical elements for the breakdown, such as the melody, progression, pads and bass effect.
After this, I will start to map out the elements and refine the sound through careful sound design and automation to help build the breakdown and tension.
I will then take some time mixing down the break to make sure it all sits nicely in the mix, explaining everything I am doing and why along the way.
The Classic Trance Melody & Breakdown tutorial covers:
⬤ Creating the Trance lead from scratch. ⬤ Creating the musical elements such as Melody, Pads, Bass Effect & Sub Pad from scratch. ⬤ Going over melody/riff writing and progressions. ⬤ Creating harmonising pads. ⬤ Sound selection and layering. ⬤ Creating bass effect from scratch. ⬤ Explaining the sound design and what each bit of the chain is doing (Oscillators, Filters, Chorus, Distortion, Modulation & More). ⬤ Adding warmth and character to your leads for a more analog sound. ⬤ Mixing,EQ, Levelling, Effects, Automation, Saturation, Stereo Field Positioning. ⬤ Adding movement to your pads. ⬤ Laying your breakdown out and introducing elements. ⬤ Utilising the bass from intro in your breakdown. ⬤ Tricks to add a more organic analog feel. ⬤ My full thought process behind everything I’m doing and why. ⬤ Tweaking your sounds for a nice clean build.
Grab your copy here - https://allanmorrowstudios.com/trance-music/classic-trance-melody-breakdown-tutorial-003/