Acclaimed composer/arranger/producer Richard Niles brings his experience and knowledge to the subject of musical arranging, He demonstrates the many techniques and concepts top musical arrangers have used to turn songs into massive hits.
In 10 information packed 1-hour videos, Niles analyzes records from the 1950s to today, and shares his own musical principles used in his work with many of the most iconic artists in popular music.
Pop: Paul McCartney, Cher, Tina Turner, Pet Shop Boys, Tears for Fears, Grace Jones, Mariah Carey, Leo Sayer, Kylie Minogue, Westlife, Barry Manilow, Swing Out Sister
Jazz: Pat Metheny, Bob James, and Randy Brecker
Soul: Ray Charles, James Brown, Joe Cocker, Deniece Williams.
Recording warm and crisp vocals for R&B and Hip Hop can seem like a mysterious and daunting task for any producer. The standard has been set so high by so many artists. Ali “AMAC” Mcguire (Lizzo, Murda Beats, Shordie Shordie) is here to demystify this process and show you practical tips and awesome shortcuts for getting to the mix you have been looking for. This is not just a glossary of terms and a quick run through of the process though. This is an in-depth look at the tracking and mixing of a complete R&B song with the uber-talented master of dark pop beats, BENZ, as AMAC takes the upcoming track “Mr. Lonely” and garnishes it with all the special sauce it needs.
