How To Write Orchestral Music - Epic Percussion & Rhythm Basics

In this FL Studio tutorial, I explain how I write epic percussion sections for my orchestral tracks & how I create interesting rhythms.
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» VST/Sample Libraries used:
Heavyocity Damage, Boom Library Cinematic Trailers Designed, Impact Soundworks Juggernaut, 8Dio Hybrid Tools 2

[SchergeFX]

"each layer has his own LOGIC and his REASON to be here" That was smart ;)

[ssssjssss]

1) TRY DON'T USE too much fast-paced rhythms for low / boomish percussion;
2) USE fast-paced rhythm / syncopated rhythms for higher register (like sticks and brush, 'cause they don't get in a way of the clarity of the sound);
3) USE velocities a lot to define your rhythm more;
4) Don't be laze and always remember to USE VARIATIONS and fails between bars to make your percussion's sound more interesting (other way they might sound a little bit repetitive and blend after while by the way if you)


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[jonaslee]

heard the mic quality and I was like, oh this will be crap.
and then you played it

[PappaHaleySpelar]

I love your explanation here, each layer has it's own logic!

My percussion have improved drastically thanks to this tutorial.

[JamesDeal]

You just wrote that piece for the tutorial? That's really talented. I hope you're putting your talents to good use and making money.

It‘s so crazy to hear how much your English skills increased comparing this one to your new ones! Great improvement Alex 😁💪🏻

[TwoThreadsAhead]

This is absolutely brilliant! I came here looking for libraries to check out for percussion/drum sounds and am leaving as a fan of your work, Subscribed

[cnrfrlc]

I think, you make best tutorials in youtube. Thank you Alex!

[AbubakirGadirov]

2:28 each layer has it's own Logic and Reason to be there :D

[DrJayton]

Yes, I've been looking for a channel like this which will teach me this stuff. Thank you so much for your tutorials!

[monk_music]

My music is improving nd the reasons behind tht is your tutorial videos,

[satishchampion]

Wonderful tutorial. Interesting video. I like your humility especially when you acknowledge that you are not clear with some of the terms. Syncopated in definition is binding a strong beat to a weak beat. Probably what you can term your arrangement of notes on the piano roll is "irregular accents" as opposed to the regular accent of the Taiko drums on the first beat of each bar. But nicely explained video thanks brother 😊

[asdbeleasd]

I'm starting to make orchestral music, and this tutorial was something that I needed! Very good stuff :D

[TheSlantedRoom]

sweet tutorial, I have such a hard time with this!

[mimmkey]

Very well done!! Definitely informative, and extremely useful. Thanks a ton for doing what you do brother!!

[mikkotbm]

Very! Very! Awesooome!! thnx for upload all this stuff for the new ppl in this. You're the best mate!!

[LenMillerComposer]

Great job, Alex. As a guy who writes orchestral scores, I think you did a really fine job explaining the best use of each element type.

[weslaycock]

Great video. Seeking to improve my orchestral percussion game. This did just that! Really was enlightened that you take the approach with higher pitch percussion to put in more hits because there is less "boomy-ness" to the stick hits. In contrast you are more mindful with the boomy hits to avoid muddy-ness. Powerful knowledge! Appreciate you sharing your wisdom. Your channel helps me a lot.

[james_kaboodle]

Wow that's awesome and very professional

[berchiplayer]

Man waking up to this was awesome! Seriously you've helped me the most alex thank you very much!!!!