Arrangement Academy
Turn your loops into finished tracks with the Arrangement Academy. Analyze pro tracks, master hands-on techniques, and apply proven strategies for real result.
Enroll in CourseYour Instructor
Tantum
Berlin-based DJ and Producer Tantum (Radikon, Lost & Found) explains the basics and foundations of arranging electronic music.
Yannek Maunz
Yannek Maunz - a Berlin-based producer, sound tinkerer and YION label co-owner. In this Academy program he teaches Melodic House specific arrangement techniques.
Kirk Spencer
Producer, Artist (KPM, Strangerzoo). Learn to structure transitions, build energy, and refine key sections to create powerful, DJ-ready Techno tracks.
Fab Massimo
Producer, Artist (Dirty Bird, Glasgow Underground). Craft dynamic drops, build tension, and structure smooth energy transitions for a powerful flow in Tech House. Including in-depth practical sessions!
Pierre Johnson
Cape Town based DJ/Producer. "I truly enjoyed breaking down Afro House arrangements and turn a loop in a full track . I hope you all enjoy the course!”
Course Curriculum
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StartI. General Introduction to the Course (+ Downloads) (1:06)
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Start1.0 Introduction to Music Arrangement Basics (2:17)
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Start1.1 Tempo, Beats, and Rhythm Fundamentals (5:35)
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Start1.2 Understanding Pop Form and Arrangement (4:33)
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Start1.3 Key Elements of Track Structure (3:17)
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Start1.4 Mastering Tension and Release in Music (4:23)
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Start2.1 Analyzing Energy and Tension in Track Arrangement (7:44)
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Preview2.2 Energy and Tension Analysis (6:57)
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Start3.1 Track Structure and Element Comparison (12:46)
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Start3.2 Genre-Specific Techniques in Track Arrangements (8:31)
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Start3.3 Key Concepts in Track Arrangement (3:55)
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Start1.1 Mastering Track Arrangements (7:27)
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Start1.2 Arranging the Perfect Intro (6:59)
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Start1.3 Crafting Tension in Arrangement (5:12)
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Start1.4 Mastering Dynamic Arrangement Techniques (18:11)
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Start1.5 Dynamic Arrangements- Fake Outs and Flow (13:21)
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Start1.6 Unlocking Arrangement Creative Structure (17:03)
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Start2.1 Example 1: Foundation of Arrangement (12:20)
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Preview2.2 Crafting Impactful Intros (9:10)
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Start2.3 Fake Break (13:16)
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Start2.4 Refining Build ups and Breaks (22:13)
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Start2.5 Fine-Tuning the Arrangement (19:01)
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Start2.6 Example 2: Arranging Hewlett Track (16:57)
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Start2.7 Drop Dynamics (12:12)
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Start2.8 Breaks & Build Techniques (15:43)
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Start2.9 Final Touches (10:17)
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Start3. Melodic House Summary (7:46)