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MIDI is widely used in film scoring, game music, electronic music, and professional studios.
Activity: Create Your First MIDI Track in BandLab
Open BandLab and create a new project.
Add a MIDI Instrument Track.
Use either a MIDI Keyboard, Virtual Keyboard, or Computer Typing Keyboard.
Record a simple melody using a piano or synth sound.
Edit your notes in the MIDI Editor and experiment with different instrument sounds.
MIDI technology has revolutionized music composition and production, enabling musicians to
create, edit, and arrange music with ease. By integrating MIDI keyboards, virtual instruments,
and DAWs like BandLab, you can explore a wide range of musical possibilities, from melodies
and harmonies to drum beats and basslines.
Next, we will explore MIDI Drums and Bass—two essential elements in shaping the groove and
foundation of a track. Understanding how to program and edit MIDI drum patterns and basslines
will help in creating dynamic, professional-sounding music!
REVISIT
▶ MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) allows musical instruments, computers, and digital devices to
communicate using note and performance data.
▶ Key Features of MIDI:
● Small file size (stores note data, not audio).
● Flexible – easily change instruments and sounds.
● Notes can be edited, moved, or adjusted without re-recording.
● Widely used in DAWs like BandLab for music production.
▶ MIDI Keyboard Components:
● Keys – Similar to a piano.
● Pitch Bend & Modulation Wheels – Modify pitch and tone.
● Pads & Knobs – Control drum sounds and effects.
● USB/MIDI Out Port – Connects to a computer or other MIDI devices.
▶ Using MIDI in BandLab:
● MIDI Keyboard – Connect via USB, select a virtual instrument, record notes, and edit in MIDI Editor.
● Virtual Keyboard – Click to play notes if no MIDI keyboard is available.
● Computer Typing Keyboard – Enables key-mapped note playing (e.g., A, S, D, F for pitches).
▶ Why Learn MIDI?
● Unlimited creativity – Compose, edit, and arrange music digitally.
● Used in film scoring, game music, electronic music, and professional studios.
● Transforms a computer into a full-fledged music studio.
Introduction to MIDI 111

