Again, really emphasizes on using your ears and trusting your decisions while giving some advice to keep things clean. I think Simon really made sure he's getting his advice over into paying customers and it shows that he cares vs trying to be entertaining on youtube. Only the intros to each modules have some funny edits/cuts, but the lessons themselves are pretty formal. It's definitely a lot less goofy than the youtube channel. One thing different from Simon's usual youtube tutorials is that there's a more serious tone to this course. Not necessary by any means, but if you can afford it comfortably, I'd say it's worth it.Įdit: Went through more of the course tonight (about halfway through). Honestly, thinking about it, I'd say it's probably the most elaborate course I can remember taking. There's also a large emphasis on ear training, which again is pretty unique. Different examples using different beats/songs are shown while through the course there's a beat that starts off from scratch in module 1 and is constantly adjusted in each module until the beat is finished.įrom what I've seen, the course shows how you can combine both audiation and music theory.
One thing I do think he does very well, is unlike most tutorials where someone may blast through making the beat and they explain things afterward, Simon makes a beat and explains the decisions while going through each part: the melody, harmonies, counter melodies, decorations, drums, 808/bassline, etc.
Some prior knowledge of theory will go a long way beforehand. It's structured very well, puts an emphasis on music theory, however, unlike most courses it also places an emphasis on getting the melody/beat by ear: referred to as "audition". That said, I think for a beginner it may be a little fast in some spots and people will probably have to rewind a few times. It's structured very well and progresses in a natural fashion.
I haven't finished it (I'm about 1/3 through), but I've also got some gems from it already. I purchased the course recently and really think it's solid. I'll probably open up a youtube channel soon. I'd say I'm at the point where I can make music I really enjoy reliably and am confident enough to show it to other people and get good feedback on it. I consider myself somewhat intermediate: solid with music theory, sound design and how to make different types of beats/songs (trap, drill, r&b and pop) overall.
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