How to Improvise String Parts...with this amazing cheap library

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  • Опубликовано: 28 окт 2024

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  • @ThinkSpaceEducation
    @ThinkSpaceEducation  4 года назад +15

    NEW COURSE - LEARN MUSIC THEORY
    Hi everyone - just to let you know I’ve just released a brand new course, Learn Music Theory. Quick, practical and fun, it takes you from square one through to more advanced topics like modes and chromatic harmony. 9 hours of video, quizzes, course text and much more. Check it out here: thinkspaceeducation.com/courses/lmt/

  • @Rockhopper1
    @Rockhopper1 4 года назад +13

    Just bought it, and played it, it made me cry, thats very rare, been playing at the keyboard for three hours straight, its an amazing library, if spitfire dont snap that young lad up there is something wrong.

    • @jonathanbougie-lauzon4583
      @jonathanbougie-lauzon4583 4 года назад

      @john Wilson Spitfire has just released Originals Intimate Strings ($29, Albion II Recycled samples made from Flautando articulations) which sounds a bit similar so both are nice options and not too expensive!

    • @emanuellandin7403
      @emanuellandin7403 4 года назад +2

      No please, they will corrupt him and he will start spending more time on marketing than he spends on libraries.

  • @da-p6814
    @da-p6814 4 года назад +11

    This is by far my favourite channel to help with learning composition. Entertaining, easy to follow and your enthusiasm is so contagious

  • @thomasshredster4627
    @thomasshredster4627 4 года назад +1

    Man Inversions are so simple yet so meaningful , it almost changes the entire tune!

  • @Markrspooner
    @Markrspooner 4 года назад +2

    It is great seeing low cost sample libraries reviewed but also shown how they can be used. Would be happy to see you do a video on more of Ben’s sample libraries

    • @ThinkSpaceEducation
      @ThinkSpaceEducation  4 года назад +3

      Well Ben's stuff has earned a place in my template so you definitely will.

  • @quantumsingularitystudios1772
    @quantumsingularitystudios1772 2 года назад

    Wasn't expecting an interview with Ben. Really interesting stuff to see that he created his own libraries. Inspiration for everyone.

  • @nightnoodler812
    @nightnoodler812 4 года назад +6

    Love that breathy draw across the strings..wow impressive, this fellow seems so young, awsome to see such young talent. Wonder if he is interested doing some brass and woodwinds next...Hats off to you Mr Ben Osterhouse I am sure you have a great future ahead of you..

  • @olachristianbardsen3171
    @olachristianbardsen3171 4 года назад +1

    Thanks for all the laughs and accompanying tips and tricks. Love your channel!!

  • @davetbassbos
    @davetbassbos 4 года назад +3

    Wow, super cool this guy recorded everything himself

  • @DanielNelsonsBestOfBoxing
    @DanielNelsonsBestOfBoxing 4 года назад

    One of the best channels on RUclips. Well Done, Guy! I have learn't so much due to your wonderful way of presenting valuable musical tips, in such a humorous and entertaining manner, that literally exudes your love of life & music.

  • @rick200017
    @rick200017 4 года назад +2

    Thank you so much! There is a scene in Castaway, when Tom Hanks finally gets off of the island and looks back. The strings come up and it gets me every time- the feeling of sadness and / or lonleyness. They use it again when he looses his beloved "Wilson". It is a perfect example of (what I now know) is voice leading. Great Stuff!

  • @MiloPaulus
    @MiloPaulus 4 года назад +8

    I just wanted to say that your videos are an invaluable resource to a beginning, amateur composer like me.
    Not only are they extremely informative, insightful and helpful, they are also tremendously entertaining and very funny.
    Thank you Guy, truly!
    Calib

  • @JairusC
    @JairusC 4 года назад +4

    Absolutely splendid video on voice leading. I really love how entertaining you are in discussing it. There have been other videos I've looked into when I started orchestral producing and, sure they get the job done, but I believe this one is the most entertaining and fun to go through. Your personality is great and I love how genuine and passionate you are in these.
    Kudos!

  • @bandoli66
    @bandoli66 4 года назад +1

    What an amazing video, both hilarious and informative!! Five stars to Guy (again).

  • @chonkypixel1006
    @chonkypixel1006 4 года назад +5

    Awesome! I mention in a comment in a previous video that I'd be interested in some theory behind your improvisational techniques and then you go and make this!
    Did you listen to me or is it a coincidence? I don't care, I'm very happy. More, please!

  • @chas1085
    @chas1085 4 года назад

    Your you tube videos are absolute gems. You plant so many seeds. It’s up to us to water & fertilize them. One thing I would request (if not too much trouble): In post, add the chord names on top of the video. Understandably, as creativity hits, it can take over (what a wonderful thing!) and commentary can sometimes have small gaps. It’s great seeing the keyboard from above, but it can be challenging to figure out the notes being played and the proper chord name. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us and for sharing with such great flair and style!

  • @RobertRodriguezMusic
    @RobertRodriguezMusic 4 года назад +13

    But here's the thing....I'm dying to get some of that ThinkSpace merch!!! The mug and now this hat?!?!

    • @ThinkSpaceEducation
      @ThinkSpaceEducation  4 года назад +10

      Yes its coming - we've had a lot to do on the site but it will be yours!

  • @TerenceKearns
    @TerenceKearns 4 года назад +1

    I have viola de gamba and sospiro strings. I absolutely love Ben’s stuff. The guy is a superstar. I’m an orchestral noob but I’ve found his stuff gives a really organic intimate and natural sound. Works best when not too polyphonic. I use in conjunction with NOVO essentials because I don’t have thousands of dollars for libraries.

    • @MrMikomi
      @MrMikomi 4 года назад +1

      Thanks, I will check those out.

  • @mattwesney
    @mattwesney 3 года назад

    You're truly living the dream, man!

  • @CreanetivityYT
    @CreanetivityYT 4 года назад +4

    "What the reed warbler thinks he's doing in my bamboo is anybody's guess. It is a very confused reed warbler. It's nice to know that human beings aren't the only ones that get confused!" - Guy, are you sure you're mainly a composer ? Script writer and/or stand-up comedian seems also to be in the mix. This video sure made my day, still laughing - and on top of that we learn a lot from you as well every single time you put up a video. This time of ours is well-spent. Thank you !

  • @michaeltyborski4802
    @michaeltyborski4802 4 года назад

    When testing new synthesizers, I try every preset without tweaking anything. Strings are one of my favorite sound groups. Thanks for telling us about Ben's product. And more important, thanks for teaching us how to properly work with strings while composing.

  • @mungobungo4762
    @mungobungo4762 4 года назад +1

    Guy you crazy genius! Thank you for this. I bought your music writing course last week and loving it. I'm predominantly a rock guitarist but a frustrated soundtrack lover inside so my theory as you can imagine is rubbish. But you're making it easier to understand. Thank you! That Susperio library btw sounds amazing. Stay safe fella

  • @stiffiron
    @stiffiron 4 года назад

    Look at this! Guy now has 109,000 followers, when it was only 11 minutes ago that he had less than 100,000! He's breaking out! He'll be bigger than The Beatles soon! Good for him! He definitely gives good value. :-)

  • @lancemc9298
    @lancemc9298 4 года назад +60

    Guy out here with his Oscar-worthy acting performances. You got into the wrong part of the entertainment industry Guy! ;)

    • @DarkSideofSynth
      @DarkSideofSynth 4 года назад +1

      Been saying it forever: he & Alex Ball should form a comic duo and storm the world!

    • @johnmcvicker6728
      @johnmcvicker6728 4 года назад +2

      @@DarkSideofSynth A possible Music-based "Top Gear" team would be an idea for Guy. I have recently discovered his video and have been shopping for gear :)

  • @wyshwood
    @wyshwood 4 года назад

    Guy Michelmore, I applaud you. Excellent ideas and a magnificent string sample pack.

  • @anonagain
    @anonagain 4 года назад +12

    I thought "Reed Warbler" was one of the bassoon articulations in BBC SO Pro...
    ;) Thanks Guy!

  • @MrJazz-yp9wg
    @MrJazz-yp9wg 3 года назад

    Thank you Guy...you're awesome and I always learn from you. I wish I could sit in one of your classes in person to absorb as much as I can. Keep it coming

  • @omarsowan4780
    @omarsowan4780 4 года назад +1

    Your videos Mr. Michelmore make me happy, and this in itself is good. :-)

  • @neuroblossom
    @neuroblossom 4 года назад

    love your sense of humour guy

  • @bryandavies6074
    @bryandavies6074 2 года назад

    The voice over of film noir cracked me up. Great watching, thank you.

  • @Daviswilder1
    @Daviswilder1 4 года назад +1

    This was SUPER helpful. Keep up the good work, Guy! 💕💕

  • @chonkypixel1006
    @chonkypixel1006 4 года назад +146

    You, Mr Michelmore, are no good for my bank account.
    I must resist.
    RESIST.

    • @ThinkSpaceEducation
      @ThinkSpaceEducation  4 года назад +113

      Give in...give in....the precious

    • @chonkypixel1006
      @chonkypixel1006 4 года назад +56

      "I have enough VSTs!" he shouted helplessly. "Buying more won't make me magically able to write music!" he screamed as he took out his wallet.

    • @SleepyMusicOfficial
      @SleepyMusicOfficial 4 года назад +7

      Bro this is exactly me rn

    • @lexluthier8290
      @lexluthier8290 4 года назад +11

      Resistance is futile....

    • @mareomanojdominic1498
      @mareomanojdominic1498 4 года назад

      @@slBrelaz Same here
      But I do make music
      ruclips.net/video/krBJkyO__2M/видео.html

  • @onurpekdemir
    @onurpekdemir 4 года назад +4

    You never fail to cheer me up! Thanks so much. :-)

  • @trizzledog
    @trizzledog 4 года назад +9

    "Suspensions are what put the 'Yearn' in Yearning" 😎

  • @Limbiclesion
    @Limbiclesion 3 года назад

    I really love this library and took the deep dive and invested in full Kontakt 6 and some Native control surfaces...I will certainly be investing in more of Ben’s instruments.👏👏😁🙏🎶🎩👍

  • @Rockwithmeping
    @Rockwithmeping 4 года назад

    I really enjoy watching you and how you approached your writing , I'm a rock musician I know only guitar bass and drum , try to learn more genre and then I'm here and you saved my day . thank you so much

  • @meralondrader2452
    @meralondrader2452 4 года назад

    you are hilarious Guy, I am loving your videos. I now absolutely have to have Sospiro Strings. Thanks! Please make lots more videos!

  • @animeshsankat3119
    @animeshsankat3119 4 года назад +5

    You make us smile and learn a lot
    Love from India...

  • @Sumarbrander
    @Sumarbrander 4 года назад

    Wow! Nice that you called the guy, was very super interesting!

  • @johnbarham7718
    @johnbarham7718 4 года назад

    I like the tenths in the left hand. You are right, that sound is evocative.

  • @MaxTooney
    @MaxTooney 4 года назад +10

    "Where did you hide the body?" For a moment, I was afraid the body was found in the opening seconds of this video. (Great video--it's interesting to actually hear from a developer--even if I DO have socks older than he is.)

  • @princegrwl
    @princegrwl 4 года назад

    I love the fact that it is so expressive without even touching the mod wheel. This library sounds very much like the Planet Earth 2 main theme string sound by Hans Zimmer

  • @AvantjerTube
    @AvantjerTube 4 года назад

    Guy, you’re the best!
    I love your channel!!
    I *never* leave comments on RUclips videos, but for you, I must make an exception, because you give so much, that I *must* give back in some small way and let you know how much you’re appreciated, (and loved?).
    ...but looking through all the gushing comments, you’re probably getting tired of hearing it.
    Thank you SO much for all you give of yourself. 🎶💜🎶

  • @niklas5415
    @niklas5415 4 года назад +2

    2:55 that acting just got me xD. It fits so well.

  • @daveydad
    @daveydad 4 года назад

    Excellent! This library is going in my cart..... right now!!

  • @christiaantinga
    @christiaantinga 4 года назад +1

    Thank you Guy, for another moment of fun for me. Really, you make me laugh every time. Your ADHD-like easily distracted moments. Very recognizable to me. And indeed a great library! I love it the most when you play about and do some film scenes and dialogues. It's fun!

  • @zedxxx9
    @zedxxx9 3 года назад

    "It was in the middle of the woods..." I knew it!!!!

  • @JosephPLong
    @JosephPLong 3 года назад

    This blew my mind despite the diversions.

  • @fredkleen3296
    @fredkleen3296 4 года назад

    Always uplifting to watch your videos!

  • @LindaMissad
    @LindaMissad 4 года назад +1

    I like the sound of this library --- Guy, I've been trying to be frugal. I think you're leading down the path of buying

  • @TracingArcs
    @TracingArcs 4 года назад

    I got this when it first came out. And pair it with his Cello Textures. These make a great combination. And don't forget that in Sospiro. You also have the individual instruments as well. So you can really experiment with it.

  • @sergiogmartinez
    @sergiogmartinez 4 года назад

    The frozen body story really made me laugh 😂 Your videos are so interesting, instructive and funny!!!! Thank you Guy!!!

  • @peturhanspoulsen7998
    @peturhanspoulsen7998 4 года назад

    I love your energy🤣 your videos are really good😀

  • @giuseppecappello3622
    @giuseppecappello3622 4 года назад +1

    Hi Guy, great work - thank you. I moved from Logic to Cubase and missed the "explode" function. If you have considered voicings while playing I found assigning seperate midi channel to lines on the piano roll (do this by highlighting the seperate lines from your recording then changing their channels on the info bar at the top) then you can mock up a part using different instruments very quickly - under "event colours" select "channel" to see the channels you assign to each part. Then "dissolve part" from the arrange window under "midi" et voila - no deleting or copy and paste parts necessary - until of course you come up with a better idea! Thanks again. First time post a long one.

  • @freeelectron8261
    @freeelectron8261 4 года назад

    Sospiro strings and guys voicing sound amazing around 19:29 onward. Gives me goose bumps it does. :)

  • @DIY-DaddyO
    @DIY-DaddyO 4 года назад +2

    Just to say to anyone thinking of doing the Making music course DO IT! It's really informative and is delivered in Guy's inevitable style. Today I've knocked up a Drum and bass doodle with some string chords but will blow those suckers apart and layer them on individual instruments tomorrow. Just need to Google what notes are limited on real instruments, Thanks Guy 👍

  • @Jo-ot6tk
    @Jo-ot6tk 4 года назад

    What an interesting and pleasant tutorial. I also like your humour 😀 👍

  • @ajiyahya
    @ajiyahya 4 года назад

    spent all Weekend watching your Video's. learned too many lessons. THANK YOU SIR

  • @mrdali67
    @mrdali67 4 года назад

    This thing about getting parts not to sound like a "block" your moving around is actually interesting, cause if you look at an instrument like the Yamaha Genos, it actually have this built into the instrument with certain orchestral patches when you play these standard block chords you can get it to automaticly "revoice" your chords so it doesn't sound like a George Shearing version. I remembered first time I heard about this I thaught that it was just another take on the typical "Duet" type of trick from older arranger boards where the instrument just ads the chord from left hand to your solo voice, but it actually works quite well to get a simple triad or bigger chord progression to sound like you actually have 3 or 4 single orchestral parts going on at the same time. So you can actually get a patch made of a couple saxophones a trombone and a clarinet to sound alot closer to eg. a Glen Miller version. Dependent on how you play the chords the instrument will automaticly play a different note progression with each sound. Technonology can be amazing some times.

  • @davidmoody646
    @davidmoody646 4 года назад

    Love it so much I bought it. Love your RUclips channel, puts a smile on my face and inspiration in my head :-)

  • @zian3694
    @zian3694 4 года назад

    Thank you so much sir, I love your videos, I am a beginner and I try to learn something from you, I feel very lucky to have a great veteran in my subscription list,

  • @adamgravell331
    @adamgravell331 4 года назад

    Wow this really helped me a lot. Thanks

  • @RudalPL
    @RudalPL 4 года назад +1

    Please, do more videos about orchestration.
    An example of a bit started in BBC Discover and then how to move to Core version for example. What goes where and what and how to fill up the gaps.
    That would be brilliant.

  • @WizardOfArc
    @WizardOfArc 4 года назад

    Lovely garden

  • @AtomicAudioOfficial
    @AtomicAudioOfficial 4 года назад

    Currently 29 Euros on VST Buzz! - Just grabbed them, can't wait to try them out :)

  • @fritsvanzanten3573
    @fritsvanzanten3573 4 года назад

    New to this whole thing of orchestrating, but certainly fascinated, there two things that intrigue me: 1) how you can play several different instruments at once (like at 12:24), and 2) which I saw in another video, where you have all the instruments in one piano-roll, instead of editing every track apart. The answer probably is 'see my other videos' ;-)

  • @nathanielwise508
    @nathanielwise508 4 года назад

    You getting distracted by birds makes me so happy! :)

  • @disneyfamily5158
    @disneyfamily5158 4 года назад

    20:47 thank buddha you turned that blasted thing off!!!!!!! No need for a click in this wonderful demonstration....and yes, suspensions are luscious!! Thanks you, as always!

  • @jj.vargasmusic5019
    @jj.vargasmusic5019 4 года назад

    I'm so happy that you exist, Guy. Next time show us the pics of your birds 🐦.

  • @ZayaMillis
    @ZayaMillis 4 года назад +1

    Thank you for this video! I would love to learn how to work with Brass and Woodwinds the same way.

  •  4 года назад +10

    Probably the best video you've ever made for us. A beautiful blend of music, sympathy, joy, really good (and some not but who cares ?) jokes...
    But first of all presenting us a new, fresh, really nice library ! Something kind of "home made" by a single great man in his living room. THANKS Guy !!
    PS: Can you please tell me what do you think of Auddict samples ? (Especially Strings one!)

    • @jonathanbougie-lauzon4583
      @jonathanbougie-lauzon4583 4 года назад

      Auddict's Strings of Europe are really good. The sound of that room is my prefered sound ever mostly for the cello part. Amazing. And the legatos are superb.
      They where on sale on Audioplugin Deals a couple months ago and I got those for a nice price.
      Angel strings too are very nice ensemble strings. Great sound and unique articulations.
      Hope this helps.

  • @AKAtAGG
    @AKAtAGG 4 года назад

    Seriously you're the best teacher in the world. I'm def not buying the thing but your enthusiasm and skill in using it is fantastically addictive. edit: actually i am def buying it. fuck.

  • @RaphaelRacor
    @RaphaelRacor 4 года назад

    OMG, is this man GOD? haha thank you for your videos, it's horrendously delightful to watch!

  • @DCPImages
    @DCPImages 4 года назад

    So impressive!!!

  • @sliptide213
    @sliptide213 4 года назад

    Excellent material as always. If I may ask, could there be a video on how to properly use woodwinds, particularly flute trills?

  • @jonnyroxx7172
    @jonnyroxx7172 3 года назад

    I love how goes outside. Not many composers do that.

  • @moun7522
    @moun7522 4 года назад +2

    It's such a joy watching a master doing his beautiful art 😍💜💜💜

  • @AdamFBuchanan
    @AdamFBuchanan 3 года назад

    What gear set up does Guy have? all the little switch boards etc, how they linked, and what he is using them for

  • @rjmdrum
    @rjmdrum 4 года назад

    Informative and highly entertaining personality. Learning is fun😃🎼🇺🇸

  • @noodlingaround2023
    @noodlingaround2023 3 года назад

    Some great tips, thank you. I'm sure you could teach so much more if you stuck to what you're nest at.. Thanks.

  • @indyartmusic1142
    @indyartmusic1142 4 года назад

    Hi Guy, great video as usual!! That library "Sospiro Strings" looks really good so will be having a closer look at that!!!! I was wondering if you would do a video looking at another library by Mr Osterhouse, and that library is called "Pattern Strings" I would be very interested on your thought s of this one? Thanks Guy as always for sharing your stuff with us, I will look forward to whatever you share next!! #STAYSAFE

    • @ThinkSpaceEducation
      @ThinkSpaceEducation  4 года назад +1

      Ive got all his stuff so it will definitely crop up in future videos

  • @Franklundin
    @Franklundin 4 года назад

    Love the sound 😊 need to get it

  • @rrr-studios3886
    @rrr-studios3886 4 года назад

    I think you have heard about the Heavyocity librarys. Them are absolutely my favourites and sound so inspiring. It would be nice if you tried out the NOVO and FORZO librarys but the others are also very exciting!

  • @StudioOrchestrations
    @StudioOrchestrations 4 года назад

    Lovely library - only cheap if you have full Kontakt though (like many other libraries) 😔 gonna have to save for that! Thanks for the video Guy! 🙂

  • @jadonharper1493
    @jadonharper1493 4 года назад

    That backwards hat bit, im dying lol

  • @tomaspalazzi
    @tomaspalazzi 4 года назад

    Amazing video! One in BBC Core would be much appreciated!

  • @chonkypixel1006
    @chonkypixel1006 4 года назад +1

    Hesitant strings. Nice.

  • @peaceshallnotbebroke
    @peaceshallnotbebroke 4 года назад

    You are freaking hilarious. Thank you so much for making me laugh and sharing an awesome library!

  • @ustinmus7743
    @ustinmus7743 2 года назад

    библиотека действительно очень крутая. Спасибо аз видео! =)

  • @notreallydavid
    @notreallydavid 4 года назад

    Hi Guy. Have just discovered you on here, and I love your videos despite not being a musician and knowing no theory.
    I was wondering - do you ever write for small electric / jazz ensembles, or use your scary toys to produce a Vangelis-y score that isn't played by other musicians before it goes onto the film? And do you ever write pieces for concert performance?
    Would you be interested in doing a video about other people's scores you like, and what's good about them?
    That's enough interrogating. Very best wishes.

  • @basilomusic__
    @basilomusic__ 2 года назад

    Thank you❤❤

  • @12stepsbeyondtheeventhorizon
    @12stepsbeyondtheeventhorizon 4 года назад +2

    I'm really enjoying those videos. Can you recommend a good entry level midi controller that doesn't cost much more than 120 quid?

    • @simonc61
      @simonc61 4 года назад +1

      Have a look at Nektar LX49 or 61+, I've got one, very good for money.

    • @UndisclosedTalent
      @UndisclosedTalent 4 года назад

      Korg Nano Kontrol 2... under $50 and does everything!

  • @phobophob
    @phobophob 3 года назад

    looking forward to the sus video. :)

  • @alanrankin1907
    @alanrankin1907 4 года назад +7

    "Then you add a fifth.. and a tenth." Do they sell finger extensions around there? An octave is just about comfortable with my short fingers 🤣

    • @damiengreen28
      @damiengreen28 4 года назад +1

      I can add a 9th a 10th though? not happening with these hands.

  • @AndreasvanHaren
    @AndreasvanHaren 4 года назад

    Hi Guy! Did you use the Amadeus Orchestral Library by Sonic Scores? I am thinking of getting it now my Mac only has 8 GB of ram. Seems to be a very light library.

  • @elchikoriko592
    @elchikoriko592 4 года назад

    I don't know like anything about Kontakt.... but this pack makes me kinda want to. Is it possible to use this VST without Kontakt or how does this work?

  • @samferrell229
    @samferrell229 4 года назад

    Haha that’s the worst metronome ever. Awesome tutorial. Thanks man. Keep them coming. I watch or at least (listen) to your videos everyday.

  • @Devinedivinity
    @Devinedivinity 4 года назад

    I forsee a bright future for young master Ben

  • @premikrusselltubbs8107
    @premikrusselltubbs8107 4 года назад

    Love Ben's libraries! Only thing is Guy, you really need to tell that click track to not stay on the Major 7th the entire time :-D

  • @russellaustincomposer1664
    @russellaustincomposer1664 3 года назад

    Good -But only available for the "Full" version of Kontakt !