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How To Make Writer’s Block a Thing of the Past!
Icon Instructor Malachi Mott identifies writer's block and offers several tips on how to overcome creative hurdles and finish music more productively.
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Ableton Live: How to Add Variation to Loops
This guide examines five creative techniques used for adding rhythmic variation to repetitive sounding loop sequences in Ableton Live.
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Mixing with Expanders
Gain a better understanding of upward and downward expansion and learn how to use expanders to enhance sounds in your mix.
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Ableton Live 10 Feature Improvements
Icon Instructor Jerry “BigJerr” DiPhillippo takes you into Ableton Live 10 for a first look exploration of some new workflow and interface features.
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Ableton Live: Scale MIDI Effect Tips
Icon Instructor Paul Laski introduces you to Ableton Live's Scale MIDI Effect and demonstrates how to use the device when jamming musical ideas.
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Music Theory: Voice Leading Fundamentals
Icon's Director of Education Chevy Bhorntus reviews the importance of voice leading and explains how to use this essential music theory practice in your work.
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Ableton Live: Microsampling Tips
Icon Instructor Paul Laski introduces a technique called microsampling and demonstrates how to create an instrument in Ableton Live using micro-samples.
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5 Reverb Mixing Tips
Achieve a more professional sounding mix with these five reverb mixing tips. Learn how to use reverb to create space and add depth to your music.
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