Year 9
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- In this lesson, we will learn how to add effects and mix our final EDM tracks.
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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.
6 Questions
Q1.
What is the main role(s) of a music producer?
The main singer on the track.
The person who makes the beat.
Q2.
What is panning in music?
Automating the volume of the track.
Controlling the volume of specific frequencies.
Q3.
What is reverb?
Automated volume control; makes loud signals quieter and vice versa.
Boosts or cuts specific frequencies of sounds e.g. boosting the bass to balance your frequencies.
Q4.
What is compression?
Boosts or cuts specific frequencies of sounds, e.g. boosting the bass to balance your frequencies.
Controlling where in the stereo field the sound is (left or right).
Q5.
What is automation?
Automating the panning on the track.
Automating the volume of the track.
Q6.
What is the purpose of the headphones test?
To mix your track with the headphones on the table.
To test if your headphones are good quality.