ABSTRACT
So you want to learn the ins and outs of creating dance music and looking to improve your production? Then this book is just for you. No matter what genre you are interested in- trance, techno, garage, chill out, house or what tool you are working with- Abelton, Reason, Reaktor or Absynth, Snowman covers every aspect of dance music production- from sound design, compression and effects to mixing and mastering to help you improve your music. No matter what you level of experience the Dance Music Manual is packed with sound advice, techniques and practical tips to help you achieve professional results.
The CD provides demo tracks showing what can be achieved when applying the advice contained in the book, including examples of the quality difference before and after mixing and mastering. The CD also contains free software demos for you to download.
For even more advice and resources, check out the book's official website www.dancemusicproduction.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
part |1 pages
Part 1: Technology and Theory
chapter 1|27 pages
The Science of Synthesis
chapter 2|26 pages
Compression, Processing and Effects
chapter 3|20 pages
Cables, Mixing Desks and Effects Busses
chapter 4|50 pages
Programming Theory
chapter 5|7 pages
Digital Audio
chapter 6|15 pages
Sampling and Sample Manipulation
chapter 7|18 pages
Recording Vocals
chapter 8|10 pages
Recording Real Instruments
chapter 9|21 pages
Sequencers
chapter 10|28 pages
Music Theory
part |1 pages
Part 2: Dance Genres
chapter 11|19 pages
House
chapter 12|20 pages
Trance
chapter 13|12 pages
Uk Garage
chapter 14|11 pages
Techno
chapter 15|18 pages
Hip-Hop (Rap)
chapter 16|15 pages
Trip-Hop
chapter 17|18 pages
Ambient/Chill Out
chapter 18|13 pages
Drum ‘ n ’ Bass
part |1 pages
Part 3: Mixing & Promotion