7 melody tricks they use to hook you
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How do you keep a repetitive melody interesting for 5 or 6 minutes? Good question. Well - the chances are you don’t ACTUALLY need to change the melody. In this video I show you the 7 things you can do to keep your melodic motif interesting for your entire track.
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Keeping melodies interesting for several minutes is a skill unto itself. Most producers make some basic mistakes, but it doesn’t have to be complicated to get your melodies sounding pro. In this video I share 7 powerful melody and arrangement techniques to keep your music interesting through the entire duration of the track.
In this tutorial, we cover…
00:00 - Keeping melodies interesting
00:39 - What makes a good melody?
01:00 - 3 most common melody mistakes
02:59 - 1. Melody layering
04:25 - 2. Instrument switching
04:54 - 3. Effects automation
06:04 - 4. Call & response
07:00 - 5. Harmonies
07:57 - 6. Reinforcing melody rhythm
08:38 - 7. Glitches & micro-edits
09:52 - Writing catchy melodies
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@weedsmokinhippy
Жыл бұрын
are you using the pitch#/notation of the vocal as your main melody|?| is that what you mean by melody|?|
@MrBrownAlliance
Жыл бұрын
two cam, shit hot!
@rmt3589
3 ай бұрын
How do you get across different temperatures and materials? Like the Sahara heat or artic cold? Like liquid bubbling or the notes slipping on the ice? If this makes no sense, it's my Synthesia thing where I blur senses, and I'll figure it out. Some examples are the ice sounds in Nicki Minaj's Super Base & Bees In The Trap, and the liquid sounds in the Banjo Tooie lava world theme and the Mario underwater theme.
If you are a self-starter and motivated to learn, music schools around the country can't teach you better than videos like these. The abundance of free, first-rate education on YT continually astonishes and uplifts me. The biggest benefit someone gets going to a music academy is the built-in camaraderie, contacts and collaboration. But if you are good at networking with that yourself, Godspeed!
@elliottjamesdj
Жыл бұрын
Whilst I completely agree with this, as someone that has been following Will and on his mailing list for years and years. I do partially disagree with your statement. I've found that not only did I get networking, collaborations and opportunities from going to music academies. I've also gained perspectives that couldn't be adventures and discussed in one video so it depends on the person. Learning from just KZread videos limited the potential learning I could do in that time. This is why Wills EDM Tips school is worth going for or even going to university as I did as its sometimes your mindset holding back your ability or creativity! This is only my experience. If anyone disagrees then feel free to respond, I do not aim to offend anyone or make anyone feel invalidated or unheard!! Much love producers, keep it grooving!
@jakesigalmix
7 ай бұрын
The biggest thing I realized learning from KZread, is you dont get the necesary feedback. I got to the point I struggle to hear what I can do to advance further. (Not a plug) About to start the program with Will tomorrow for that reason.
@High.on.Life_DnB
4 ай бұрын
Tell that to all those parents forcing their kids to make music! 😅 But you're definitely right!!! ❤
@tomweatherill9301
3 ай бұрын
Will is class at his job
We get lost in trying to make things more complicated than they need to be in most aspects of life, don’t we? Great post as always Will!
@JoyfulWAVE
Жыл бұрын
Right...thats why i give myself a time limit to produce a song sometimes. Sometimes it's only one night...😜 The other reason why i like the time limit is the fact that i don't have to go through tons of sounds or presets...😁
@High.on.Life_DnB
4 ай бұрын
@@JoyfulWAVEhaha, I'm a starter, I'm like, I've got the time, I'm gonna take my time, I want to make something familiar yet innovating/new, thinking about switching genres mid track for little moments 😅 because I like genres that people don't like to combine (or people that only like one or the other but not both), but that's the reason I do want to combine them...😂
Amen brother!!! That tip/trick of previewing the rhythm of the melody before the actual melody hits is pureeeee gold🔥 thank you for everything you do!!🙏🏼
@EDMTips
4 ай бұрын
Stoked to hear you found it helpful! Thanks for watching and supporting 🙂🙌🏻🙏🏻
The art of simplicity
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
You know it!
That voice!!! So good. Yes Will you should finish this track out for sure!
@dusanhorucka7660
4 ай бұрын
is here already tutorial video of finished track or how it was made? thx!
Bro this video editing is on another level... congrats on the success. This is dope!!!
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
Thanks man! Yeah, I’ve got a great editor now!
Amen Brother! Awesome Video 🤩
@JakebSweet
11 ай бұрын
Also, finish and release the track 🔥
@EDMTips
11 ай бұрын
Thank you, I am really glad you liked it🙂🙌🏻
3:24 - This facial expression is 👌 should be the thubnail... watching this is so satisfying! 🎥 You're very welcome recording here - any time! 🙌🎉
@Dashmaster305
Жыл бұрын
That's a nice studio you got there!
Another trick I use which is common in trance music, is to repeat a note, same pitch and a certain repeating pattern with slight variation on every 4th bar at the build up stage of the track, slightly increasing the pitch and then during the break introducing a new simple melody with that same synth sound with a slight variation on every 4th bar.
@wowerman
Жыл бұрын
Hey.Could you give a link with example track?
@pimenz
Жыл бұрын
@@wowerman Yeah, I'll try to make something, though I haven't been near the daw for quite a while ) Family and kids 😀.
This song is a bop! The tips were good as well! I think you should finish the song because it sounds so good!
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yeah, it’s working well
Yeah you're right, this track sounds pretty good! Finish it pls
Always enjoy your vids even though I'm not really creating in your genres. There's always something to learn from good teachers. Thanks, Will.
Great video Will, I appreciate it!
You are a good teacher Will. Thanks for sharing this with us. It's amazing how you can actually create good music using this techniques. Keep it up.
@EDMTips
4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much, I really appreciate the kind words of support 🙂🙌🏻🙏🏻
Finish the track, what a tune!!
Thanks again for the valuable tips. 🙏
great tutorial, beyond that i am really loving this song
Such a great video! Thank you
Definitely finish that. Great tune and great video, thanks Will.
Love theses advices !
Defo finish and release. I've been binge watching your videos this morning and got so much out of them so thanks 👍
@EDMTips
Ай бұрын
Thanks Andy! Glad you’ve been enjoying them :)
This was a hell yeah moment, great video Will 👌🏻 You definitely need to finish that track! Much thanks to you and all your great content, I finally got to make a full finished track for the first time, which feels great. I just want you to know how much I appreciate what you do. And I most definitely will continue to support your channel and the work you do. Love it!
100% finish that track
You are right Will! Great tune, you should finish it. 👍 😃
@EDMTips
2 ай бұрын
cheers, Drew! I hope I can one day soon 🙂🙏🏻🙌🏻
Great, mate. That was sweet. Go for it !
Your content has improved so much. Good stuff
With this and your 5 emotion melody tutorial, you managed to answer in less than 20 minutes a few of the most important production questions Ive had since I started, failed, and restarted making electronic dance music.
Awesome video Will. i have learned so much from you, and you gave me so many tools for making great edm tracks. Thank you💚💙🧡
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Thanks for watching and for the kind words of support 🙂
Killing it Will, keep up the good work!
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Adam, glad you liked it! 🙂🙌🏻
Great vid as usual
This is really great! Thank you for explaining what is just so true! The 3 common mistakes vs. simplicity in pattern/chord/etc.
Yes you need to finish this one. Loved your advice and thank you for sharing.
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome, glad you found this helpful! 🙂 Thanks for watching and supporting the channel 🙌🏻
Thank you so much for taking to time to share this video.
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
You’re welcome!
The best teacher ever! thank you for the amaizing video!
@EDMTips
2 ай бұрын
You're very welcome! Glad you liked this 🙂
Breaking down the science of the art. Great job!
Very helpful! Thanks!
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
Awesome, glad it was helpful! 🙂🙌🏻
Totally loved this track. You should definitely finish and release it!
@EDMTips
3 ай бұрын
Thank you, one day I will 🙌🏻
Amen Brotherr ,, this is exactly what I needed to learn, your whole method is absolute fire!
Amen brother!
Amen! Great video thanks
@EDMTips
8 ай бұрын
Appreciate it! 🙌🙏 Thanks for watching and supporting 🙂
One of the best production teachers right here!
The track is great. Definitely you should finish it 🥰. But who is singing with voice? Sounds beautiful.
Thanks Will top content as always
@EDMTips
3 ай бұрын
You're welcome, glad you enjoyed it, Tom! 🙌🏻
Some great ideas! Subscribed.
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard!
Fire track and fire vocal 👏
Thanks - great track
@EDMTips
6 ай бұрын
Thank you man! My pleasure! :)
Good tips again as always.
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
Great video, will 🖐 My fav KZread, channel quality, instruction and delivery always ❤️
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! :D
Thanks again for the great tip! Amen Brother!
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
🙌🙏 You're welcome!
Hell Yeah amen Brother! thanks Will another great video, as one of your students these videos are great but what im learning in the course. is a must have, first release on 21st July, wouldn't have been possible without you and all the people in the EDM tips group 🤟
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
Nice one, Roman, I am stoked to have you on board and see you grow! Congratulations on the release! 🙌🏻🙂
I'm halfway through the video and I'm already bursting with ideas 😂
hell Yeah!!! Finish the track for sure!! Cheers!!
@EDMTips
4 ай бұрын
Thank you, perhaps I will soon 😬😎
This is great content! It is always good when a melody is just not working no matter what instrument you try and you can recognise this and have another go at it 👍
@EDMTips
4 ай бұрын
Yep! Definitely important to get the melody strong, regardless of instrument
the cool & responce fx is incredible i love it!
@EDMTips
Ай бұрын
Cheers, glad you liked it and hope you will use it in your tracks too :)
@lzonebass8834
Ай бұрын
@@EDMTips yeah absolutely!
I choose both hell yeah and amen brother ❤
so useful! thanks buddy
@EDMTips
19 күн бұрын
You’re welcome, glad you found it helpful! 🙌🏻
Superb brother 🙏🏻💚
@EDMTips
4 ай бұрын
Appreciate it! 🙌🙏 thanks for watching and supporting the channel 🙂
Summer hit!!! Release plz!!
Yeah finish this! Its such a vibe!
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
Cheers, will do! 😎
Wholesome.. Delivering exactly what you claimed. Thanks 💫
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome, glad you found it helpful! Which one was your favourite?
음악은 역시나 어렵네요ㅠㅜ 더 열심히 배워보겠습니다!!! 좋은 내용들이 많아서 차근차근 해볼게요!!! 감사합니다!!!❤
@EDMTips
11 ай бұрын
You’re welcome! 🙂🙌🏻
Amen Brother!
@EDMTips
7 ай бұрын
Thank you for wathcing and supporting the channel 🙂🙌🏻
another part of good tips ☺🙌✌
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
Cheers, I am glad you liked it! 🙂🙌🏻
Yes! release it!
Track is fantastic. It'd be a shame if you didn't finish it!
Hell Yeah....thank you Will, this has been incredibly worthwile 💯
@EDMTips
5 ай бұрын
You’re very welcome!
@audio-centric-entity
5 ай бұрын
@@EDMTips By the way Will did you ever finish the track? Love to support it in a mix, pretty killer Groove ;)
Hey Will, for this video you receive 3 Hellyeahs and 5 'Amen Brother'. Good job.
@EDMTips
10 ай бұрын
Thanks so much, man, I really appreciate it 🙂🙌🏻
nice track very catchy, yes finish it and release it !
@EDMTips
3 ай бұрын
Cheers, one day I will! 🙂🙏🏻🙌🏻
This is such a good track Will. Please finish!
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Kevin, one day I will! 🙂
Amen brother great video
@EDMTips
5 ай бұрын
Cheers, I am glad you enjoyed it! 🙂 Anything in particular you found useful?
Great video! You should finish it! It's really good 👍
These examples, and explanations, should have been behind a pay wall 😅 Golden information!!! ❤
@High.on.Life_DnB
4 ай бұрын
And I love the thumbnail 😅 "Steal this!" Haha!
@EDMTips
4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much on both counts, really glad you found it helpful! Which one was your favourite?
@High.on.Life_DnB
4 ай бұрын
@@EDMTips oooh hard question! Haha, but the video definitely had some great info!!! I choose the video 😅👍
Thanks so much. This is good social service ..
@EDMTips
4 ай бұрын
You're welcome, glad you liked it!
HELL YEAH bro! release that shit lol i'd like to add that using sequencing is a great way to add rising tension, such as before the drop or chorus. For example, sequencing a melody so that it works its way up the scale, either having its interval remain exact (which sometimes introduces chromatics) or to fit the scale. i also like to keep the same idea, but throughout different sections, present it with different instrumentation. guitar during the verse, a bright synth for the chorus, etc.
Simplicity is key👌
Nice tuto Will
ameeeen brother, thanks for this valuable information :)
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
Appreciate it! 🙌🙏 Thanks for watching and for the kind words of support 🙂
One thing I want to start doing in my music is using simplistic melodies which no one has heard before. Just, that's difficult to do.
One of the first things I caught onto when writing is that often less is better
Amen brother ❤
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
Appreciate it! 🙌🙏 Thank you for watching and supporting the channel 🙂
Great tips! Thanks for all!! Any advice on how to promote the music you make?
Finish broo it's fireee
Of course you should finish come on it sounds amazing and it’s not the first time I hear a good track from you, glad to hear your composer side too (the only thing missing is your process on Shaperbox 😢😂)cheers 🍻
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
I am glad you enjoyed it! I did enjoy making this one :)
Hey Will!Great job on the videos. Could you make a video more simpler for using modes in a track. Please.
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
Great suggestion, I will add this to my list :)
Finish that track🤙🏼🔥 absolutely insane
@EDMTips
4 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@EDMTips
4 ай бұрын
Thank you, Quentin, I will, hopefully I will find more free time later this year 🙂
amazing . thanks for this video. merci beaucoup from Marseille France 😇
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome, glad you found it helpful 🙂
I WAS WONDERING WHEN YOU WOULD BE COMING BY WITH A NEW TUTORIAL..🎉🎉🎉😊
release this pls this is fire
Those 3 common mistakes that you mentioned are things I do a lot as well, and it still works a lot of times due to how much I know about music theory. I will continue doing them, but I will leave those tips at the back of my head if I ever get stuck.
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
As with everything in music, no rule is set in stone, and if you are skilled you can indeed do all those things!
OMG~~~ I just realized how many mistakes I made. I knew something was wrong, but I couldn't figure out why. Now I know~ Thank you thank you thank you! Cheers mate!
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
You’re welcome! I’m glad it helped :)
Thanks will, Saturday class inbound!
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy!
THANKS MAN
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome, glad you found it helpful! 🙌🏻
Hello Will, starting to watch your channel being pretty tired and went, yannnnt boring, then after a few minutes wen, Hey lots of good stuff here. Now your one of my favorite Music Theory channel. In other words, give the guy a chance!!!! No you in partikular but in general, "open your mind" people To you question, been a professional DJ for about 12 year in all kind of club and was extremely successful (90th's Unwort) and had a very solid reputation for finding good club hit (was the first DJ in Germany to play "pump up the Jam" or "Mary hat a little boy" in Germany ) and YES, from the very first note this song got my hear. So you should definitely look into this tune Salve, Frenchy
Hello Will. Great video like always. I watching you for a while now and just wondering if you could make videos on more advanced techniques or second channel maybe for intermediate producers. That would be great.
@trillbeatz1299
Жыл бұрын
I agree, I'm in the same boat as you. But I will say that a lot of his longer full track tutorial videos have some useful tips. In my humble opinion, what has gotten me way better at producing is using reference tracks. I already know how to do so much within a DAW that I frequently get overwhelmed with all of the decisions I could make. Having a template or song as a reference has really helped streamline my process. I usually make songs in one or two days now when it used to take me months. I also finish most of my songs now whether I end up releasing them or not. Best of luck 👍
Nailed
Amen brother
@EDMTips
Жыл бұрын
Appreciate it! 🙌🙏
3:25 damn Will love this chord progression! Would love a breakdown of this track, or a release!
Hell yeah 🔥🔥🔥🔥
thanks oui!