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MLS DiffuserDiffuser based on Maximum Length Sequences producing broad scattering spectra. more
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Audio Theory and Acoustics
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Modal ImprovisationFocus on color tones and drone centers; fewer changes, deeper development. more
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Improvisation
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Modal InterchangeBorrowing chords from parallel modes/keys (e.g., bVII, iv). more
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Harmony and Chords
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Modal JazzJazz focusing on modes/static harmony, enabling spacious improvisation. more
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Genres and Forms
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Digital units emulating amps, cabs, and effects with presets, IRs, and MIDI control. more
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Instruments and guitar tech
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ModesModes are derived by starting the Major Scale (Ionian) from each of its seven degrees. Each mode preserves the same sequence of intervals but b... more
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Harmony and Chords
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Modular ArrangementBuild with swappable 4–8 bar blocks for quick alt versions and remixes. more
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Arrangement and Orchestration
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Modulation CuesDetect pivot chords/common tones that signal key changes in real time. more
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Ear Training Advanced Drills
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Monitor CalibrationProcedure to set monitoring level (e.g., 83 dB SPL C-weighted) for consistent loudness judgments. more
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Audio Theory and Acoustics
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Monitor Engineer RoleBuilds performers’ monitor/IEM mixes, manages talkback and cues, and keeps stage feedback under control. more
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Live Sound Engineering FOH Monitors
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Monitor Mix StrategyBuild a “minimum viable” mix: time reference, pitch reference, self, then sweeten. Avoid over-loud IEMs that cause fatigue. more
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Stagecraft and Performance advanced
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Monitor WorldEngineer and system handling on-stage mixes: wedges and IEMs. more
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Live Sound
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Monitoring LatencyDelay during tracking due to buffers/plugins; mitigated via direct monitoring or low buffers. more
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Recording and Production
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Mono & Small-Speaker ChecksCollapse to mono; check on small cubes/earbuds for phase and balance. more
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Electronic Mixing and Master Delivery
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Moral RightsAuthor rights to attribution and integrity (varies by country); cannot always be waived. more
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Business and Copyright
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Moral Rights (Droit Moral)Attribution and integrity rights (stronger outside US); sometimes unwaivable. more
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Copyright FAQs
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Most Favored NationClause ensuring your fee/terms match the best given to another similar party in the same deal. more
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Contracts, Deals and Legal Basics
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Motif Cells LibraryCurate 8–12 reusable rhythmic/melodic cells for fast composition in solos. more
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Improvisation
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Motif DevelopmentTransforming a small melodic/rhythmic idea via sequence, inversion, augmentation. more
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Songwriting Craft
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Motivic Development (Improv)Repeat/transform short ideas via sequence, rhythm change, inversion. more
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Improvisation
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Multitrack Edit GroupsLinking drum mics or ensembles so edits preserve phase relationships and timing. more
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DAW Editing and Comping
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MuseScoreNotation software and score-sharing community; supports engraving, playback, and educational use. more
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Platforms and ecosystems
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Company administering compositions: registrations, licensing, collection, creative pitching, and writer support. more
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Reference Materials and Publishing
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MusoColloquial for a musician, often implying strong chops or insider culture. more
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Genres, eras, slang
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Muting & Noise ControlLeft/right-hand muting, foam mutes, and palm muting for tight tone. more
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Guitar and Bass Technique
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Chord charting by scale degree; quick transposition on the session. more
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Session Musicianship
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Natural Minor ScaleSeven-note diatonic collection with W-H-W-W-H-W-W; also known as Aeolian. more
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Scales and Modes
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