Creating Epic Cinematic Compositions
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5:44 What is an Epic, Cinematic Composition?
Gary welcomes you and gives a short introduction on what epic, cinematic compositions are and a play through of the track you'll be working on together.
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5:39 Software
Gary now covers the software requirements and gives recommendations on what you'll need to write for a Cinematic Composition.
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7:29 Creating String Ostinatos Pt. 1
Gary begins by showing you how to write an ostinato pattern with the 1st violins.
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5:32 Creating String Ostinatos Pt. 2
This video takes the ostinato further to the 2nd Violins and how you can use Step Input recording when creating the part.
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7:43 Adding Extra Strings
Now learn how to build up the rest of the string section by recording parts for the Viola, Cellos and Basses.
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5:54 Introducing the Horn Melody
Gary shows you how the Piano melody sketch is moved across to the Horns, and how the MIDI data is edited to create a realistic performance.
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7:16 Accompanying Brass Parts
The rest of the Brass parts are now recorded in for the Trumpets and Trombones.
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3:28 Using Pads for Ambient Drone Soundscapes
Gary now demonstrates how a synthetic pad is recorded in to add a certain mood to the production's intro.
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6:50 Emotive Piano Motif
See how an emotive piano motif is recorded in the introduction section over the pads, adding more depth to the soundscape.
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4:22 Using Pulsing Instruments
Gary reveals how to record a pulsing / sequenced sound to create tension and add pace to the arrangement.
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8:45 Adding Risers for Effects
Now see how to add in riser effects to build up to the big impact moment in the arrangement for dramatic effect.
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10:07 Building Up Epic Percussion Pt. 1
Explore constructing the rhythms for the different percussion parts in the arrangement.
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8:30 Building Up Epic Percussion Pt. 2
Gary continues to build up the percussion parts for the percussion section, adding some final elements.
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8:12 Extra Flourishes with Woodwinds
Woodwinds are now added in to add some extra interest and detail to the production.
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3:25 Adding Choirs to the Mix
Gary now experiments with Choirs to add a human element to the arrangement.
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10:17 What is a Braam?
Gary explains what a Braam is and how you can create it with the Brass and Percussion sections.
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12:14 Braams with Strings & Choirs
See how to add more complexity into the Braam by adding some strings and choirs to the mix.
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5:46 Reiteration of Piano Theme for Outro
Explore how to repeat the Piano motif played in the intro, and add it to the outro of the songs as well, including the pads over it for more impact.
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11:17 Checking the Mix Pt. 1 - Levels & Automation
Follow along as Gary starts working the mix by balancing the different levels of the tracks, plus adds in volume automation for more precise control.
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9:52 Checking the Mix Pt. 2 - EQ, Compression & Reverb
Now explore how you can use EQ, Compression Effects and Reverb Sends in your Cinematic Compositions for an even bigger, more complex sound.
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10:03 Exporting Out Your Song & Audio Stems
Wrapping it up, Gary shows you how to Export out your song, as well as how and why to print audio stems of your different sections of your epic, cinematic composition.
Product Overview
Orchestral wiz Gary Hiebner shows you how to create an epic cinematic composition from scratch, which can be used for a film, game or TV soundtrack. You also get the Logic Pro X project file containing the associated MIDI files allowing you to experiment with your own virtual instruments, as well as the audio stems, so you can compare your sounds against Gary’s!
Gary begins by welcoming you and goes over what you’ll be accomplishing in the video series, as well as plays you the cinematic production you’ll create together. He also goes over the software needed to produce this type of arrangement.
You’ll then jump right in, starting with creating string ostinatos, adding extra strings, horn melodies, brass parts, as well as how to create ambient drone patches to support and mystify the composition.
Crafting the piano motif is next, followed by how to use pulsing instruments to create tension and add pace to the arrangement. Gary then shows you how to add riser effects to build up to the big impact moment in the arrangement, for dramatic effect.
You’ll then continue on and see how to build up percussion parts, add woodwind flourishes, add a choir for a human element, what a Braam is and how make it more complex with strings and a choir, and how to bring back the piano theme at the end of the arrangement to tie it all together.
Concluding the series, Gary demonstrates how to mix it all with proper level setting, automation, EQ, compression and reverb, as well as how to export your creation as a stereo file and as individual stems to give to other audio and film professionals.
See the individual tutorial descriptions for more info. If you have ever wondered what goes into creating an epic cinematic composition, or want to start composing your own, this is a great place to start. Begin your journey into this awesome production genre and watch “Creating Epic Cinematic Compositions” now!
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Reviews
Submitted 1 month ago
Great Walkthrough!
I appreciate the fact that I was able to watch the composition from idea to finished product, including how to export.
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Submitted 1 month ago
Improved my knowledge and skills
The instructor is amazing. He teaches by taking you through creating a cinematic composition from scratch. The pacing is good, teahing style is great, and i have made my first cinematic composition. I have been making pop music for over ten years, recently I have an itch for cinematic orchestral music.
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Submitted 2 months ago
Very useful tutorial series.
I learned a lot from this series, and not only about producing epic compositions. Lots of transferrable info for all types of productions. Nice presentation style, easy to follow, well explained and informative.
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Logic Pro
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Submitted 3 months ago
simply awesome
it has helped to learn how simple it is to create amazing cinematic compositions
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 3 months ago
"Groove3 - Creating Worst Without Genre Music for even lower than beginners"
Usually, Groove3 videos are good. The mentors are really great. But not this guy. The guy has no clue what he is talking about. People nowadays will make just any random videos they can get on their mind. Explained in videos: 1. Creating ostinatos = He already has piano melody, talking about chords, no smooth talking, no one realizes him; Then he talks about cc#1 for ostinato things, its done by velocity in notes, not any cc#1, plays end of something that sounds bad with piano, sounds annoying like kid jumping over piano with legs. 2. Whole 5 minutes video to copy paste notes, well done. 3. Added violas in same registry as first violins, and made horrible sound, showing he has no clue what he talks about. 4. Using horns with in muted dynamic range, which will hurt your ears, creating some bad melody. 5. Adding more piano!!!! 6. Pulsating synth. After ruining orchestral instruments, lets fix it by some loop already done by someone smarter than you. 7. Risers and effects - EDM epic cinematic music. 8. Random percussion hitting, luckily that library sounds good however you hit it. 9.. More percussion random hitting not knowing what hes doing. 10. Adding scale and wasting woodwinds on it. 11. Not very informed chord spelling (that B6 is not a B6 at all in that context) Honestly, these contents are a 'UDEMY WORTH CONTENT'. These type of contents are basically, trying to degrade the value of GROOVE3.
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Submitted 3 months ago
Very Helpful indeed!
It is an excellent tutorial because it explains a clear, rational and working musical form. You study step by step the basics from which to build a complete small piece of music: a perfect tutorial for all beginners. I wish there were a thousand tutorials like this: one for each music genre.
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Sound Designer, Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Studio One
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 3 months ago
Fun and really learned a lot.
This is a fun genre indeed. Thanks for making it available and affordable.
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 4 months ago
Very helpful
This was was helpful. Not so sure about about doing deep ultra low end freq cuts for cinematic stuff. But the content is good and like all his videos is well explained.
I am a: Professional, Musician, Sound Designer, Sound for Film/TV, Cubase
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 5 months ago
This did show a lot. Helped no end.
Lately been playing about with orchestration this really gave me some good answers to achieve what I was looking for. Thank you
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 6 months ago
Very Valuable Knowledge Great Teaching
I am excited to watch this in Logic X . My new DAW with insights how to use VI layered from various libraries. The techniques and step by step work flows are very good and easy to adapt. This will be easily adapted even into more Harmony and Composition oriented works.
I am a: Hobbyist, Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Pro Tools
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Reviews
Submitted 1 month ago
Great Walkthrough!
I appreciate the fact that I was able to watch the composition from idea to finished product, including how to export.
Submitted 1 month ago
Improved my knowledge and skills
The instructor is amazing. He teaches by taking you through creating a cinematic composition from scratch. The pacing is good, teahing style is great, and i have made my first cinematic composition. I have been making pop music for over ten years, recently I have an itch for cinematic orchestral music.
Submitted 2 months ago
Very useful tutorial series.
I learned a lot from this series, and not only about producing epic compositions. Lots of transferrable info for all types of productions. Nice presentation style, easy to follow, well explained and informative.
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Logic Pro
Submitted 3 months ago
simply awesome
it has helped to learn how simple it is to create amazing cinematic compositions
Submitted 3 months ago
"Groove3 - Creating Worst Without Genre Music for even lower than beginners"
Usually, Groove3 videos are good. The mentors are really great. But not this guy. The guy has no clue what he is talking about. People nowadays will make just any random videos they can get on their mind. Explained in videos: 1. Creating ostinatos = He already has piano melody, talking about chords, no smooth talking, no one realizes him; Then he talks about cc#1 for ostinato things, its done by velocity in notes, not any cc#1, plays end of something that sounds bad with piano, sounds annoying like kid jumping over piano with legs. 2. Whole 5 minutes video to copy paste notes, well done. 3. Added violas in same registry as first violins, and made horrible sound, showing he has no clue what he talks about. 4. Using horns with in muted dynamic range, which will hurt your ears, creating some bad melody. 5. Adding more piano!!!! 6. Pulsating synth. After ruining orchestral instruments, lets fix it by some loop already done by someone smarter than you. 7. Risers and effects - EDM epic cinematic music. 8. Random percussion hitting, luckily that library sounds good however you hit it. 9.. More percussion random hitting not knowing what hes doing. 10. Adding scale and wasting woodwinds on it. 11. Not very informed chord spelling (that B6 is not a B6 at all in that context) Honestly, these contents are a 'UDEMY WORTH CONTENT'. These type of contents are basically, trying to degrade the value of GROOVE3.
Submitted 3 months ago
Very Helpful indeed!
It is an excellent tutorial because it explains a clear, rational and working musical form. You study step by step the basics from which to build a complete small piece of music: a perfect tutorial for all beginners. I wish there were a thousand tutorials like this: one for each music genre.
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Sound Designer, Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Studio One
Submitted 3 months ago
Fun and really learned a lot.
This is a fun genre indeed. Thanks for making it available and affordable.
Submitted 4 months ago
Very helpful
This was was helpful. Not so sure about about doing deep ultra low end freq cuts for cinematic stuff. But the content is good and like all his videos is well explained.
I am a: Professional, Musician, Sound Designer, Sound for Film/TV, Cubase
Submitted 5 months ago
This did show a lot. Helped no end.
Lately been playing about with orchestration this really gave me some good answers to achieve what I was looking for. Thank you
Submitted 6 months ago
Very Valuable Knowledge Great Teaching
I am excited to watch this in Logic X . My new DAW with insights how to use VI layered from various libraries. The techniques and step by step work flows are very good and easy to adapt. This will be easily adapted even into more Harmony and Composition oriented works.
I am a: Hobbyist, Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Pro Tools
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