Dark and Downtempo w/ Marcella Puppini
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Course Lessons
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Introduction
Building basslines
Layering melodic samples
Working with an opera vocal sample
Recording vocals
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About This Course
Marcella shows us her capabilities when it comes to recording vocals unique to the track.
She gives a lesson on creating dark downtempo music using orchestral and opera samples, as well as recording her own voice onto the track, all using Logic Pro X.
You will learn:
- Recording a bassline
- Layering orchestral samples
- Working with an opera vocal sample
- Flex Time in Logic
- Recording vocals
Lessons:
1. Introduction
Marcella tells us about her love for Opera, in this lesson she will be using Opera samples to create a Downtempo track.
2. Building Baselines
Using a square bass, Marcella creates a bassline in the key of the sample. She shares insight on how to create melodies with harmonic scales.
3. Layering Melodic Samples
Using the horn section of the Opera sample shown in chapter 1, Marcella gets creative with implementing it into the Downtempo track.
4. Working with Opera Vocal Sample
Marcella explores various ways to get a vocal sample to work with the track. Looking at how to get the timing right using Logic Pro X Flex Time.
5. Recording Vocals
Meet Your Teacher
Marcella Puppini
Marcella Puppini graduated in 2003 after completing a BMus (voice). She formed vocal harmony trio the Puppini Sisters with fellow Trinity Laban alumni Kate Mullins and Rosanna Shura (who was later replaced by Stephanie O’Brien and Emma Smith). The trio earned a gold disc for their debut album, Betcha Bottom Dollar, and have made numerous TV appearances, performed live all over the world, recorded three further albums and have collaborated with Michael Bublé.
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