In this video I cover: How to create and use project templates in Reaper Folder basics My track naming convention The SWS Extensions for auto-coloring and adding icons to your tracks SWS Extensions can be downloaded here: https://www.sws-extension.org Project templates […]
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How to setup a MIDI drum click track in Reaper
I’ve been giving workshops on Reaper (my DAW of choice) and providing some one-on-one training, over the past year or so. In this video, I show how to setup a MIDI drum click track using the GTG Synths MIDI Drum […]
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Throw Away The Box Podcast – where I’ve been and goals
Throw Away The Box Podcast Episode 7: Where I’ve Been, Goals, and An Ideal Working Day I’ve been far less present on Facebook and other social the past few months. I discuss why (what I’m working on hint: music) and […]
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Recording with Reaper and teaching others the same
My article on recording with Reaper for songwriters was published at PerformerMag recently. Here’s the link. And the online magazine cover. Being featured is cool! 😉 A couple tips for getting started: Start already. Seriously. When my oldest was learning […]
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Do It Yourself Recording: Using Reaper for Songwriters
Recording with Reaper for Songwriters I’m back at Songsalive! Orange County for another workshop. Rather than technology tools or social media and promotional strategies, I’m going to cover how to record yourself using Reaper – the popular DAW from Cockos. […]
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How to Use Google Drive to Record With Musicians Across The Internet
SUMMARY/ABSTRACT: This article explains how to use Google Drive (cloud computing baby) to coordinate and organize recordings (musical collaboration) with other musician across the Internet. Remote Collaboration For Musicians Do you have an interest in collaborating with other musicians? I […]
Continue readingThe Studio, The Stage, and Elsewhere
An update for August 1, 2011 I used to hate recording. The truth is I find it tedious although it has become more pleasurable. First, having the guys at Easy Street Studio in Simi Valley, CA handle all the technical […]
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My “Start of November 2010” newsletter.
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Behind the Song: American Dream by Matthew Moran
“From East Coast to West, through the soul of the heartland, though I’m in pursuit I know it’s chasing me.” I wrote the first verse of this song (not the above verse) sometime in 2002 or 2003. The verse would […]
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