Creative Use of Loops and Samples w/ Rob Tissera
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Course Lessons
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Finding the foundations
Building the beat
Melodic samples
Arrangement
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About This Course
Looking at a house style track, Rob gives a class on creatively using loops and samples you find, working in key and sample digging.
You will learn:
- Finding keys of sample
- Where to find drum samples
- Processing bass samples
- Processing drum samples
- Working melodic samples
Lessons:
1. Finding the Foundations
Rob finds a startpoint for the track, the key of the sample (using Mixed In Key) and starts to create the track using drum loops from Toolroom (Trademark Series by Mark Knight) and discusses where to get samples from. (Loopmasters, Splice)
2. Building the Beat :
Rob picks out samples to create the groove with, then adding in a selection of bass samples. He shares tips on warping beat samples,
3. Melodic Samples:
Finding a stab sample and fitting it into the groove, Rob discussed his favourite sample packs and adds a disco string to the track. He sidechains it using Nicky Romero’s Kickstart and discusses using ghost snares.
4. Arrangement :
With all the sample selection, treatment and warping done, Rob steps into arrangement mode to start shaping the track. He fills it up with rides and snare rolls uses RC24 and SSLEQ to process the snares.
Meet Your Teacher
Rob Tissera
Rob Tissera is one of dance music's most prolific stars. A top-selling producer and versatile dj whose technical brilliance and effervescent sets have seen him pack out parties across the globe.
Over the years he's played every big party. He's been a regular at Gatecrasher, The Gallery, Tidy Weekenders, Frantic, Slinky, Ministry of Sound, Sundissential, Hacienda, Pam's House, Wildchild, Hard House Academy, Union, Godskitchen, GoodGreef , Global Gathering, Creamfields and Homelands to name a few. His closing set at Tidy Summer Camp in 2004 and 2005 are frequently talked about sets of the Summer Camps
Rob is also regular in Ibiza and has held residencies at Lashed, Sundissential and Garlands. In 2004 he graced the hallowed turntables of Radio One, not once, but twice - something only DJ elite ever get to do.
The first time was with a converted Essential Mix and the second, a live mix from Radio One's Weekend in Ibiza.
Discussions
Dream of finally finishing that draft or launching that side-hustle? Make your next creative project your best yet, with simple steps from creative superstar Emma Gannon!
Discussions
Dream of finally finishing that draft or launching that side-hustle? Make your next creative project your best yet, with simple steps from creative superstar Emma Gannon!
About This Class
Dream of finally finishing that draft or launching that side-hustle? Make your next creative project your best yet, with simple steps from creative superstar Emma Gannon!
In this new class, Emma shares the framework that allowed her to overcome self-doubt and carve her own path as an author, broadcaster, and podcast host. The secret to her success? Fed up with feeling afraid—of failure, of not being good enough, even of success—Emma dug into the science behind self-sabotage and learned exactly how to get out of her own way.
Now, Emma is sharing what she’s learned so that you can do the same: unlock your creative potential while feeling energized and empowered!
Together with Emma, you will:
- Identify the patterns in your life, and let go of habits that don’t serve you
- Cut out comparison to figure out what you really want and need
- Silence your inner critic by talking back to negative beliefs and behaviors
- Own your success and vulnerability—both go hand-in-hand with creativity
Packed with insights and examples from Emma’s personal journey, this class is designed for every creative who needs a pep-talk or extra push to get started—and includes five exclusive downloadable worksheets to support you along the way.
Whether you’re looking to break through block, remove self-imposed pressure, or simply approach each new project with intention, this 45-minute class will unlock your confidence as a creative. Get started and celebrate taking the first step!
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All you need to follow along is a pen and paper. Download the worksheets to follow along with Emma’s exercises, or jot your thoughts in a notebook.
Resources
- Introduction
- Week one