Chapter 1: Basics
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Introduction (4:59)
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1.1.1 Technical Knowledge (12:44)
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1.1.2 MIDI Hardware (6:13)
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1.1.3 Volume vs Expression (5:51)
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1.1.4 What are Release Samples? (3:29)
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1.1.5 KONTAKT Library Install & Authorize (10:52)
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1.1.6 Using Single Outputs with KONTAKT (7:25)
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1.1.7 Creating a Hybrid Orchestra Template (11:59)
Chapter 2: A Virtual Orchestra in Your Computer
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1.2.1 Instruments & Articulations (26:48)
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1.2.2 Panning Settings of Orchestral Instruments (7:54)
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1.2.3 Room Effect Settings for Orchestral Instruments (11:40)
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1.2.4 Single Instruments vs. Multi Instruments vs. Phrased Instruments (8:43)
Chapter 3: Articulation Practices
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2.1.1 Introduction (5:55)
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2.1.2 Recording Keyswitches (3:24)
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2.1.3 CineSymphony LITE Strings Intro (17:11)
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2.1.4 Recording with CineSymphony LITE (27:57)
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2.1.5 Recording Strings with VSL (16:56)
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2.1.6 Recording Woodwinds with VSL (16:13)
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2.1.7 Samplemodeling Woodwind Instruments (13:56)
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2.1.8 Recording Brass with VSL (20:20)
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2.1.9 Samplemodeling Brass Instruments (14:15)
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2.1.10 Percussion Instruments (22:54)
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2.1.11 Practical Use of Percussion (19:06)
Chapter 4: Understanding and Using Ostinati
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2.2.1 Intro to Ostinati (4:54)
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2.2.2 Basic Pattern (6:06)
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2.2.3 Rhythm & Instrumentation (7:11)
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2.2.4 Structured Dynamics (6:05)
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2.2.5 Strong Accentuations (6:25)
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2.2.6 Counter-Rotating Ostinati (7:12)
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2.2.7 Time Changes with Ostinati (9:37)
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2.2.8 Ostinati with Harmonies (5:26)
Chapter 5: Using Lyrical Patterns to Create Moods
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2.3.1 Lyrical Introduction (5:13)
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2.3.2 The Four Basic Chord Types (5:35)
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2.3.3 Typical chord progressions (10:49)
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2.3.4 Suspenseful Chord Progressions (16:00)
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2.3.5 Harmonic & Dynamic Progressions (12:39)
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2.3.6 Mood Changes (6:59)
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2.3.7 Moods with Reduced Scales (5:44)
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2.3.8 Moods with Instrument Combinations (7:51)
Chapter 6: Compositions Examples
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2.4.1 The Classic Epic Theme Pt. 1 (26:44)
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2.4.2 The Classic Epic Theme Pt. 2 (16:47)
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2.4.3 The Elegiac Ending (15:20)
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2.4.4 The Modern Action Theme (12:13)
Chapter 7: Horn Section for Pop, Soul & Funk
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2.5.1 Horn Section Introduction (10:17)
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2.5.2 Harmonic Analysis (13:49)
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2.5.3 The Horn Section (5:43)
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2.5.4 The Flugelhorn (9:31)
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2.5.5 One More Time! (7:36)
Chapter 8: String Section for Rock & Pop
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2.6.1 String Section Introduction (23:16)
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2.6.2 Legato Background (9:22)
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2.6.3 Staccato & Legato (14:35)
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2.6.4 Disco & House (9:02)
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2.6.5 Strings & Vocals (14:32)
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2.6.6 Transitions (13:21)
Chapter 9: Additional Content
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Featuring over 11 hours of detailed tutorial videos, you’ll learn all about the practical use and application of virtual orchestral instruments, as well as the use of keyswitches, advanced arrangements with ostinati, lyrical patterns and much, much more. There's also downloadable PDFs showing the notation examples from the videos.
The Orchestral Library Toolbox is perfect for anyone, at any level of experience, who wants to learn more about using orchestral libraries in their own productions, including diverse musical settings such as music production, film and TV composition, and even video games!
Achim Brochhausen is a professionally trained musician (piano and violin), music producer and composer. His area of expertise is the realization of orchestral music within the computer, and also works as a music teacher, live musician and author, as well as a producer for many well known artists.
Holger Steinbrink has many years experience as a certified instructor, and is also a media producer, sound designer and music technology writer. Holger has been producing music with computers since the 1980’s.
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Reviews
Submitted 2 months ago
Probably one of the most detailed MIDI orchestration training you can find now !
Extremely useful Music and MIDI Production training for Beginner to Intermediate Level. It teaches not just the production part of MIDI production, but also on the musical know-hows like Ostinatos, Lyrical writing, etc etc.. Highly recommended !
I am a: Professional, Musician, Producer, Sound for Film/TV, Cubase, Studio One
Submitted 5 months ago
Very well constructed course
For me, this is one of the stand out courses on this site. The standard of tuition far exceeds many of the other orchestral composition courses and strikes a good balance between theory and practice.
Submitted 7 months ago
more than perfect
lots of information to learn
I am a: Beginner, Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Beat Maker, Audio Engineer, Sound Designer, Mastering Facility, Sound for Film/TV, Ableton Live, Logic Pro
Submitted 7 months ago
Very useful videos!
I loved these videos, they have given me an insight into making classical music which is one area that I am trained at but just needed a little boost as mostly I work on Pop/Rock tunes with classical inputs only here and there. This now opens up further doors and I am grateful for their expertise.
Submitted 9 months ago
Best virtual orchestration/composition series that I’ve seen.
Very thorough and considerate. While the authors do delve into specifics about individual libraries and virtual instruments, they offer lots of pointers and examples of how and why certain techniques and workflows yield the best results.
Submitted 10 months ago
Outstanding Overview
Comprehensive and enjoyable.
I am a: Hobbyist, Semi-Pro, Professional, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Sound Designer, Sound for Film/TV
Submitted 10 months ago
Simply Fantastic!
Love the depth and full exploration of the topic of orchestral libraries. So much is covered here, and its all done in a very logic, and well presented manner. For sure worth your time! Probably the best series I've seen on Groove3!
Submitted 11 months ago
Great course!
Great course covering all basics of orchestral music production. Very knowledgeable instructor and a great presentation. It was interesting to find out that he was part of "Modern Talking", pretty famous disco group that I enjoyed in the 80s. Thank you for sharing your knowledge! I would love to see a follow up course.
I am a: Hobbyist, Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Sound for Film/TV, Logic Pro
Submitted 1 year ago
Great stuff.
This covers so much and does it in the most software agnostic way you probably can. I especially like that it is narrated by David Mitchell.
I am a: Professional, Sound for Film/TV, Cubase, Logic Pro, Pro Tools
Submitted 1 year ago
One of the best! Hope more from this author/company.
Germany made. Logically organized contents!
I am a: Professional, Producer, Cubase
Achim Brochhausen is a professionally trained musician (piano and violin), music producer and composer. His area of expertise is the realization of orchestral music within the computer, and also works as a music teacher, live musician and author, as well as a producer for many well known artists.
Holger Steinbrink has many years experience as a certified instructor, and is also a media producer, sound designer and music technology writer. Holger has been producing music with computers since the 1980’s.
Products by audio-workshop
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tutorial videoOrchestral Library Toolbox
German based tutorial company audio-workshop have created the definitive guide for “getting going” with orchestral libraries and creating orchestral compositions in your DAW! Groove3 is proud to be the exclusive distributor of the English version of these in-depth video tutorials.
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