💡From Spark to Song: Turning Ideas into Hit Productions
Got a killer chorus idea sitting in your Voice Memos… but not sure how to turn it into a finished track that stands up on radio and playlists?
Join UK Top 10 songwriter, producer, and mix engineer Alex—with credits including Scouting for Girls, James Blunt, JC Stewart, SeaFret and more—for a practical, inspiring, myth-busting walkthrough of how pros take an idea from sketch to release-ready production.
* Partitioning – Workflow is everything! Going from spark to production should be a linear process with a clear direction – not a doom loop of aimlessly making change after change.
* Building compelling arrangements and productions with just your available gear: drums/bass foundations, harmonic beds and structure to keep the audience engaged.
* Sound selection, sound design and arrangement that fit the song’s message and identity.
* Vocal production that moves people: comping, editing and tuning, stacking and emotion-led decisions.
* Mixing – learning the ethos behind mixing makes this incredibly intimidating and abstract process intuitive and clear. The pro tips and tricks can be very helpful on occasion – but with an understanding of the philosophy that guides mix decisions, that labyrinth of EQ and compression presets will be a thing of the past!
If you’re over 50, writing songs, and serious about turning your ideas into polished tracks, this session will help you take confident next steps.
Got 3 minutes spare? Answer some questions to help Alex tailor his masterclass to you: Alex Olroyd Questions
📅 Friday, October 3rd
🕔 Time: 9AM PT | 12 Noon ET | 5PM UK
📍 Live on Zoom
For more on Alex: https://www.alexoldroydmusic.com/
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