Electronic Music Production
Nora Sequencer interface

Unlock Your Musical Creativity With Powerful MIDI Tools

Updated: 28. August 2023

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In this article series I will take a brief look into some of the tools that can help you compose your tracks and come up with ideas ex. This is not a deep dive, but a look at some of the solutions at hand.

Like any other software product these tools has also developed alot over the years and AI may have speeded up this development even more in the last year or two.
So lets explore how to Unlock Your Musical Creativity With Powerful MIDI Tools

Nora Sequencer interface
Nora Sequencer – this is the interface of an older plugin that is no longer available

With Scaler 2 and Captain Chords, you can explore scales and chords, experiment with progressions, and create unique melodies.

Melody Sauce 2 takes the complexity out of music theory by generating quality melodies in a flash.

And with Audio Modern Riffer, you can effortlessly create riffs and sequences synced to your tempo.


Why use these kinda tools in the first place you might think?

Here are 5 reasons why you might benefit from these tools in your workflow.

  1. Inspiration: Songwriting tools can help you come up with new ideas for melodies, chord progressions, and lyrics. This can be especially helpful if you’re feeling stuck or uninspired.
  2. Efficiency: Music production tools can help you work more efficiently by automating certain tasks or providing shortcuts for common workflows. This can save you time and help you focus on the creative aspects of music production.
  3. Quality: Using high-quality composition plugins and software can help you achieve a more professional sound in your music. This can be especially important if you’re trying to compete in a crowded market or get your music noticed by industry professionals.
  4. Learning: Many songwriting and music production tools come with built-in tutorials or educational resources that can help you learn new skills and techniques. This can be a great way to improve your craft and stay up-to-date with the latest trends in music production.
  5. Collaboration: Some songwriting and music production tools are designed for collaboration, allowing you to work with other musicians and producers remotely. This can be a great way to expand your network and create new opportunities for your music career.

Overall, using songwriting and music production tools can help you create better music, work more efficiently, and stay inspired. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced musician, there are many tools available to help you achieve your creative goals.

These tools and many more alike, offer features like MIDI export and capture, instrument control, and one-finger chord and melody recording.
In the coming articles I will dive deeper into a selection of these tools and give you my honest thoughts about useability, quality of output, ease of use ex. In each article I will create a simple track with the current plugin and share my discoveries.
Stay Tuned 🙂


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