Project 1: Music Production

The idea behind this project was to recreate Blinding Lights by the Weekend in the style of Conna Gray. To achieve this, I underwent an in-depth research process to help and support me with identifying which techniques, chordal patterns, instruments, and effects Connan Gray uses within his tracks.

After collating information from different tracks within Conna Gray's songs "Mainiac", "Heather" and "Telepath", I was able to begin my production research procedure. The information collated can be identified above in the project mood board section. When all the information and in-depth research sections were completed, I then went on and began the production, mixing, and mastering process. This was a very informative task and learning experience whereby I had the oppertunity to learnt a lot of new production techniques and, most importantly, how to use Abelton DAW Software.

At first, it was a challenge to understand how different features operate within Abelton, as it was the first time useing this DAW. In addition, it was a great experience to learn how to produce music from scratch through the content learnt in class from my teacher, Zubin. Despite it being a challenging process, I thought that it was a great experience and if I were to repeat it, the thing that I would change upon this reflection process is to ensure that my instruments were panned within my mix to further support the overall instumental balance.

My next steps upon submitting my project will be to wait for feedback to be provided and to follow through to create an action plan that will allow me to improve for future submissions. For future projects, I will also try and ensure a continuous feedback process from my teacher to allow me space for improvements and enhancments both in my project production process and also in the write-up and reflective document.