Hello, guys!
So, Santa presented me a 32-key MIDI controller (Arturia KeyStep). After toying with it for two days I now want to dig deeper into the world of music.
I'm 24 and I've never really played any instrument except a little bit of drums. I want to learn as much as I can about keys and music in general. I understand that I won't be able to learn how to play piano on 32-key MIDI controller though. After little research I came up with a plan:
- Learn music theory (notes, scales, chords). Right now I can't tell which note is played by ear. I don't know scales. How can I make good chord progressions?
- Learn more about composing music. How do I create simple songs which sound harmonically? What are techniques for creating those?
- Learn more about synthesis. How do I manipulate sound waves to make unique cool sounds?
So, my questions are:
- What do you think about this plan? Is it realistic?
- What are some good resources to start with?
- How do I best utilize controller's features such as built-in sequencer and arpeggiator?
Also, if I was to create music I'd produce some psych-pop songs similar to what Ariel Pink, Mac Demarco, Mild High Club do.
Thanks for your attention.
Submitted January 04, 2017 at 01:09PM by greenfoal https://www.reddit.com/r/Learnmusic/comments/5lzxuz/how_do_i_learn_music_on_32key_midi_controller/?utm_source=ifttt
Javier Rodriguez
Wednesday, January 4, 2017