
Creating Realistic MIDI Strings
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1:19
Overview
Learn about the basics of string libraries vs a real orchestra and what to expect in this video series.
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5:39
Articulations & Arrangement Pt. 1
Explore many of the different articulations of string instruments.
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9:28
Articulations & Arrangement Pt. 2
Let’s now take those articulations we discussed in Pt. 1 and use them in an actual piece.
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4:03
Advanced Bowings
Discover a few additional articulations and how to use them to give your song extra character.
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7:14
Expression & Volume Swells
See how to use expression and volume automation to make your songs sound more authentic and dynamic.
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4:17
Stacking Articulations
Learn how to stack several articulations to create a string “super patch” that can sound fuller than a single articulation.
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9:17
Animators & Arpeggiators
Explore how to use an animator as a starting point and an arpeggiator as a finishing touch.
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3:44
Divisi
Learn how divisi can automatically help balance the volumes between sections when multiple notes are played.
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6:58
Panning & Effects
Watch how using panning and effects can make your orchestral pieces have a really nice sense of actual space.
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4:52
Solo Strings
Learn how solo string parts can make a piece sound more intimate and relaxed.
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5:05
Legato
Discover how legato phrasing with its natural transitions between notes can make your string parts sound more authentic.
Product Overview
In this video tutorial series, studio master William Sprawls focuses on ways to craft real sounding string parts and arrangements using the various virtual string instruments available today!
Will starts out with the basics of string libraries vs a real orchestra so you know what to expect. He then covers using articulations, advanced bowing techniques, incorporating expression & volume swells into parts, using arpeggiators to create cool phrases, panning and effects, solo string parts, using Legato and much more!
See the individual tutorial descriptions below for more info. If you’re looking to create authentic sounding string parts using MIDI virtual instruments, get ready to string ’em up… Watch “Creating Realistic MIDI Strings” today!
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Reviews
Submitted 2 months ago
Concepts Very Helpful
I liked all of the concepts that were shared. I had thought from the introduction that he would be showing how these could be done on a variety of string programs including budget friendly sets. Unfortunately, he continued to call attention to features of mostly the one NI set. It would have been helpful if he had shown how these same things could be accomplished in ways that did not include the specific features of the plugin. Otherwise, as mentioned, the concepts were helpful.
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Submitted 2 months ago
Midi Realistic Strings
It's always a sign of a good video when you can follow along without trying to figure out what the instructor is talking about.
I am a: Student, Musician, Game Designer, Cakewalk Sonar
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 4 months ago
Just OK
There were several little tips here but it was still very basic. I felt like he was reading an instruction manual. He needs to be organic.
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Submitted 10 months ago
He touched very interesting points
It was very helpful
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 10 months ago
A few helpful tips.
A few tips in there that can be used in future compositions, but this felt more like a product demo for NI's Symphony Series. "Creating Realistic MIDI Strings" Step 1 : fork out £400+ for this library, and use all the simple features it offers. I wanted to know how to do these features without the "win" button!
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Submitted 1 year ago
Very interesting
Nice to see the buildup of the song with each layer one by one. I like the quality of the sound of the voice of the teacher, well recorded.
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 1 year ago
Very interesting tips
Many tips, just one regret... there are not enough practical exercises.
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 1 year ago
Great for beginner or intermediate
Excellent overview of creating string parts. It moves at a good speed so it's not too drawn out but does not skip over anything. It is not specific to plugin, but the only drawback is if you use a different plugin you have to search (if the feature exists in your plugin).
I am a: Semi-Pro, Professional, Musician, Producer
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 1 year ago
Not really helpful for people doing already some midi orcehstration
Pretty basic- expected more advanced tips and tricks
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Submitted 1 year ago
Great for understanding the basics
This course provides the know how of utilizing MIDI string instruments (plug-ins) effectively in a given song arrangement. Its always good to know the basics.
Ease of Use Quality of Videos Value of Training Access to Videos
Reviews
Submitted 2 months ago
Concepts Very Helpful
I liked all of the concepts that were shared. I had thought from the introduction that he would be showing how these could be done on a variety of string programs including budget friendly sets. Unfortunately, he continued to call attention to features of mostly the one NI set. It would have been helpful if he had shown how these same things could be accomplished in ways that did not include the specific features of the plugin. Otherwise, as mentioned, the concepts were helpful.
Submitted 2 months ago
Midi Realistic Strings
It's always a sign of a good video when you can follow along without trying to figure out what the instructor is talking about.
I am a: Student, Musician, Game Designer, Cakewalk Sonar
Submitted 4 months ago
Just OK
There were several little tips here but it was still very basic. I felt like he was reading an instruction manual. He needs to be organic.
Submitted 10 months ago
He touched very interesting points
It was very helpful
Submitted 10 months ago
A few helpful tips.
A few tips in there that can be used in future compositions, but this felt more like a product demo for NI's Symphony Series. "Creating Realistic MIDI Strings" Step 1 : fork out £400+ for this library, and use all the simple features it offers. I wanted to know how to do these features without the "win" button!
Response from :
Submitted 1 year ago
Very interesting
Nice to see the buildup of the song with each layer one by one. I like the quality of the sound of the voice of the teacher, well recorded.
Submitted 1 year ago
Very interesting tips
Many tips, just one regret... there are not enough practical exercises.
Submitted 1 year ago
Great for beginner or intermediate
Excellent overview of creating string parts. It moves at a good speed so it's not too drawn out but does not skip over anything. It is not specific to plugin, but the only drawback is if you use a different plugin you have to search (if the feature exists in your plugin).
I am a: Semi-Pro, Professional, Musician, Producer
Submitted 1 year ago
Not really helpful for people doing already some midi orcehstration
Pretty basic- expected more advanced tips and tricks
Submitted 1 year ago
Great for understanding the basics
This course provides the know how of utilizing MIDI string instruments (plug-ins) effectively in a given song arrangement. Its always good to know the basics.