by Manuel Marino | Drums, Music
Photo by SWARM Sounds
The standard rhythm of a kick and snare is easy to create. Modern beat-making software allows even a complete beginner to quickly create a reasonably good rhythm. There is one very practical trick that skilled producers use to make their drum loops truly get people dancing Trance Music - Free Flowing Electronica - Have you ever found yourself dancing in a club, utterly absorbed in the melody, feeling as if the trance music is flowing through you and guiding your body's movements? This is an experience I've had numerous times during carefree nights at local techno clubs I've often wondered which type of techno generates this unforgettable sensation… .
The rhythm is meant to drive the song. In its simplest form, a beat consists of just one percussive instrument. While this is often enough to establish a strong pulse for other instruments or vocals to play over, adding a second percussive sound greatly expands the rhythmic possibilities.
Modern beats rely on the kick and snare. Hi-hats, toms, and other sounds are simply ways to enhance the basic rhythm provided by these two sounds. Failing to achieve a good kick sound is one of the main reasons … ...Read the rest.
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by Manuel Marino | Guitar, Music
Photo by vanberto
Another variation of guitar that is worth exploring is the Flamenco guitar. Before deciding on the type of guitar you want to use, let’s take a closer look at this unique instrument.
Flamenco guitars have a dry and thinner sound and are often made from maple, spruce, and even sycamore. In recent times, flamenco players have sought a more traditional sound.
Many Latin or Jazz guitarists appreciate the punchy tone of Flamenco guitars, and some guitarists have found that their wide-ranging sound is also suitable for the contrapuntal voicing of Baroque and Renaissance music.
Flamenco guitars are designed to be lighter compared to traditional guitars, resulting in a lighter sound. Builders achieve this light weight by reducing the amount of internal bracing and the body pattern’s width.
Flamenco guitars feel lighter, are easier to play, and have a more percussive sound. These attributes reflect changes in both the construction techniques and the types of woods used.
Flamenco guitars usually have a smaller body, allowing them to be held higher on the lap. They often feature a teardrop scratch plate for golpe (percussive strokes) and other rhythmic finger taps. Flamenco guitars are typically made of spruce and cypress … ...Read the rest.
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