Page 119 - KEC Khaitan C8.1 Flipbook
P. 119

Hands-on Activity: Creating a Bassline in BandLab
                 1.  Open BandLab → Create a new project.

                 2.  Click Mix Editor → Add New Instrument Track.

                 3.  Select Bass > Electric Bass > '62 P-Bass.
                 4.  Set the tempo to 125 BPM.

                 5.  Open the MIDI Editor and enter the bassline notes:

                     o  A-E-G (Inspired by “Ain't No Sunshine”)

                 6.  Quantize (1/4 notes) to refine the groove.
                 Tip: Experiment with different bass sounds like synth bass!


                 Phase 2: Creating Drum Beats

                 What is Rhythm?

                 Pulse: The steady beat driving the music.
                 Tempo: The speed of the pulse (measured in BPM).

                 Bar/Measure: A section of beats (typically 4 beats per bar).


                 Drum Kit Elements
                 Kick Drum: Low, heavy beat (foundation of rhythm).

                 Snare Drum: Adds sharp, bright accents.
                 Hi-Hat: Maintains groove and fills rhythmic gaps.


                 Hands-on Activity: Programming a Drum Beat in BandLab
                 1.  Add a Drum Kit Track → Select Classic Rock kit.

                 2.  Set tempo to 100 BPM and enable the metronome.

                 3.  Program the drum beat:
                     o  Kick: Beats 1 and 3

                     o  Snare: Beats 2 and 4

                     o  Hi-Hat: Plays on all 4 beats

                 4.  Quantize (1/4 notes) to refine rhythm.
                 Tip: Try switching drum kits for different vibes (Hip-Hop, Jazz, EDM).


                 Phase 3: Combining Basslines and Beats

                 Create a Complete Song Foundation
                 1.  Layer your programmed bassline and drum beat into a cohesive loop.

                 2.  Adjust volume levels and panning for clarity.



                                                                                             MIDI Bass and Drums  117
   114   115   116   117   118   119   120   121   122   123   124