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Monday November 23, 2009
Mixcraft Assignment # 2 - "Remix"
A remix is an alternative version of a song, different from the original version.
A remixer uses audio mixing to compose an alternate master recording of a song, adding or subtracting elements, or simply changing the equalization, dynamics, pitch, tempo, playing time, or almost any other aspect of the various musical components. Some remixes involve substantial changes to the arrangement of a recorded work, but many are harmonic, such as creating a "vocal up" version of an album cut that emphasizes the lead singer's voice.
For this assignment you are going to take an A Cappella track from CCMixter.org.
1. Listen to then download any of the A Cappella tracks to your network folder.
A Cappella track must be at least 3:00 minutes in length.
Click on this icon to listen to tracks
2. Open up A Cappella track in Mixcraft and start remixing!
3. You must use effects - your choice
4. You must edit at least two loops.
5. Must use at least 15 loops
6. Must show volume changes (line through the loop)
7. Mix-Down file to MP3 when completed
Helpful Hints
1. Listen to remixes from CCMixter.org or any other website
2. Make a list of what makes remixes interesting?
3. Think outside the box! Keep the listener interested.
4. Use effects, cut up the vocals, have tracks come in and out
5. Every 4 to 8 beats something should change !
6. Have fun - be as creative as possible
Completed assignments will be posted on our Mixcraft website
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