How To Write Epic & Realistic Staccato Strings

Learn the importance of programming dynamics and harnessing the power of the Mod Wheel in order to make your orchestral mockups sound more realistic.

In order to make your orchestration second nature, repetition is key. Keep practicing, so that once you get it, you wont sweat the small stuff.

It goes without saying but using good quality samples is the first step. Luckily there are great quality sample libraries out there and they are cheaper than ever.

Hey all, Alex here! Here’s a tutorial of my orchestral track inspired by Ramin Djawadi’s Paint It Black & Cuphead, written with FL Studio 12! If you want to learn How To Orchestrate By Ear, even without knowing music theory, this is the tutorial for you.

In this video, I will take you through 3 of my top beginner tips for achieving bigger, cleaner and more powerful orchestrations in the style of Two Steps From Hell and Thomas Bergersen.

Have you ever wondered what makes Ravel’s, Debussy’s or Tchaikovsky’s orchestration so beautiful and constantly interesting? What makes for an alluring orchestral sound that draws the audience to the edge of their seats?