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This 17-minute tutorial demonstrates a simple yet powerful sequencing technique for creating evolving, generative melodies using just one synth and one note per loop. Learn how to implement Berlin School-inspired electronic music techniques by using multiple MIDI clips with different loop lengths to trigger a single synth, resulting in constantly shifting patterns that sound organic and alive. Discover methods for incorporating probability and chance to enhance expressiveness, build generative performance setups for quick track ideation, transform simple loops into complex melodic sequences, and create movement in your music without continuous manual intervention. The technique works excellently with both hardware and software synths, any DAW (Ableton Live, Bitwig, FL Studio, etc.), and step sequencers or MIDI tools, making it ideal for ambient, modular, Berlin School, or generative music production. A free session file is available for download to help implement this creative approach in your own music.
Syllabus
Generative Berlin School Vibes – A Sequencing Trick You Should Try!
Taught by
Jannis Le Wolff