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twist
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Wrong forum or not, I'm glad to see this discussion. Mainly because it's something I've always wanted to bring up myself.
I've come to think of it as really two different art forms that sometimes cross paths. Both are valid if there's interest, and each has it's place.
Personally, I know I can program loops and midi sequences into my computer, but for me a big part of the satisfaction of creating the music is to see how well I can play it even if I have to practice the same part over and over. When I'm finished I can say "Yeah, I played all the parts myself (except the drums)".
On the other hand, doesn't the person creating beats invest his own time and use his own creativity to create something he enjoys?
So what about editors? Am I cheating if I use an editor to enhance my recorded performance? Maybe just notch out some unwanted noise, or cut and paste a chorus part etc.
I think the most important thing is to satisfy yourself. In the end, did it turn out like you wanted, did you get where you wanted to go? And if other people dig what you've done, BONUS!
Twist
I've come to think of it as really two different art forms that sometimes cross paths. Both are valid if there's interest, and each has it's place.
Personally, I know I can program loops and midi sequences into my computer, but for me a big part of the satisfaction of creating the music is to see how well I can play it even if I have to practice the same part over and over. When I'm finished I can say "Yeah, I played all the parts myself (except the drums)".
On the other hand, doesn't the person creating beats invest his own time and use his own creativity to create something he enjoys?
So what about editors? Am I cheating if I use an editor to enhance my recorded performance? Maybe just notch out some unwanted noise, or cut and paste a chorus part etc.
I think the most important thing is to satisfy yourself. In the end, did it turn out like you wanted, did you get where you wanted to go? And if other people dig what you've done, BONUS!
Twist
