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How to Write a Catchy Melody: 10 Tips for Film & Game Music

Ten practical melody tips with examples from Zelda, Mario and Jaws — simplicity, rhythm, repetition, contrast and the hook.

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Virtual Instruments

Want to know more about what virtual instruments are and how to use them? This article breaks down the basics of one of the most important ‘instruments’ for a modern composer and how to use, choose, and implement them in your music.

Music Theory and Composition

How to Write Anime Music

Discover the secrets to writing music for animes: ranging from learning how to write melodies, harmonies, which instruments to use, the different styles you can try, and even how to highlight the storytelling itself.

Music Theory and Composition

How to Write Cinematic Music: Instruments, Themes & Contrast

The building blocks of cinematic music — instrument roles, dynamic contrast, memorable themes and the composers to study. A quick-start guide.

Music Production

5 Easy Steps: How to Mix

Ready to turn your raw tracks into polished, professional-sounding music? Discover the five essential steps to mastering the art of mixing!

Sound Design

How to Learn Sound Design

This article is the perfect beginner guide for starting sound design, from key concepts like frequency, amplitude, and timbre to essential tools like DAWs and plugins.

Orchestration

What Is EQ? Equalization Basics, Types & How to Use It

EQ explained: frequency, gain and Q factor, the four EQ types — parametric, graphic, shelving, dynamic — plus five best practices for cleaner mixes.

Trailer Music

How to Write Trailer Music: A Step-by-Step Guide

The complete trailer music guide: three-act structure, cinematic sounds, tension and release, focused motifs, and mixing tips for maximum impact.

Music Theory and Composition

What is Reverb?

This article breaks down the basics of reverb in music production, covering key settings like decay time, pre-delay, and wet/dry mix. It’s got practical tips and creative ideas for using reverb plus some great plugin and best mixing course recommendations!

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