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NIGHTWISH's TROY DONOCKLEY Discusses Creative Process In Second 'Yesterwynde' Making-Of Video
Symphonic metal veterans NIGHTWISH have released a new video in which multi-instrumentalist Troy Donockley discusses the making of the band's upcoming album, "Yesterwynde", due on September 20, 2024 via Nuclear Blast. It marks the band's tenth studio LP,:...
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The Weekly Injection: New Releases From BAD OMENS, FOUR STROKE BARON & More Out Today 5/31
Plus releases from Rhapsody of Fire, Thou, Wormwood, and Nightrage.
From Metalhead to Maestro: 7 Essential Skills for Symphonic Composition
1/7
Craft melodic lines with chord tones.
• Start with simple chord tones.
• Use passing and neighbor tones.
• Analyze melodies from symphonic metal.
• Practice writing short, memorable phrases.
From Metalhead to Maestro: 7 Essential Skills for Symphonic Composition
3/7 Understand musical forms and structures:
• Learn about common forms like binary and ternary.
• Break down symphonic metal pieces.
• Write your own musical sentences.
• Experiment with different structures.
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From Metalhead to Maestro: 7 Essential Skills for Symphonic Composition
4/7 Integrate dynamic rhythms:
• Vary note lengths and rests.
• Syncopate rhythms for interest.
• Study rhythmic patterns in symphonic metal.
• Practice creating rhythm-only compositions.
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From Metalhead to Maestro: 7 Essential Skills for Symphonic Composition
5/7 Study symphonic metal hits:
• Analyze compositions from your favorite bands.
• Note their use of melody, harmony, and form.
• Try to recreate sections by ear.
• Learn from their orchestration techniques.
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From Metalhead to Maestro: 7 Essential Skills for Symphonic Composition
6/7 Combine scale and chord lines:
• Write scale-based melodies.
• Harmonize scales with chord tones.
• Practice integrating both in your compositions.
• Create exercises combining both elements.
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From Metalhead to Maestro: 7 Essential Skills for Symphonic Composition
Special Bonus Tip #8
8/7 Have a sweet hat:
• Choose a hat that reflects your style.
• Wear it while composing to get into the zone.
• Make it part of your signature look.
• Rock it with confidence.
Sometimes, a sweet hat is all the inspiration you need!
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NIGHTWISH Releases 'Perfume Of The Timeless' Single From Upcoming 'Yesterwynde' Album
Symphonic metal veterans NIGHTWISH will release their new album, "Yesterwynde", on September 20, 2024 via Nuclear Blast. It marks the band's tenth studio LP, following on from the release of "Human. :II:...
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NIGHTWISH Announces 'Yesterwynde' Album, 'Perfume Of The Timeless' Single
Symphonic metal veterans NIGHTWISH will release their new album, "Yesterwynde", on September 20, 2024 via Nuclear Blast. It marks the band's tenth studio album...
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Album Review: VANDEN PLAS The Empyrean Equation Of The Long Lost Things
"Give Vanden Plas a shot if you're looking for some accessible metal that will be sure to satisfy your melodic tooth."
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NIGHTWISH Re-Signs With NUCLEAR BLAST RECORDS
Symphonic metal giants NIGHTWISH, who have worked with Nuclear Blast since the release of their highly lauded 2004 album "Once", have signed a new multi-album deal with the German record label.