Lex Christopherson

Bitwig

5 Reasons To Switch From Ableton To Bitwig

When exploring the expansive world of digital audio workstations (DAWs), music producers tend to oscillate between various platforms, constantly seeking that perfect fit for their creative endeavors. While Ableton Live has perennially been a beloved choice among electronic musicians, producers, and live performers due to its powerful features and streamlined

Bitwig Featured

10 Bitwig Tips & Tricks Vol. 3

Welcome to Volume 3 of TÂCHES TEACHES' Bitwig Tips & Tricks! I'm TÂCHES and as always, I'm going to reveal some amazing, overlooked features of Bitwig Studio. Whether you're a Bitwig beginner or a pro, these insights will, without a doubt, supercharge your

Bitwig Featured

10 Bitwig Tips & Tricks Vol. 2

Welcome to Volume 2 of TÂCHES TEACHES' Bitwig Tips & Tricks! I'm TÂCHES and as always, I'm going to reveal some amazing, overlooked features of Bitwig Studio. Whether you're a Bitwig beginner or a pro, these insights will, without a doubt, supercharge your

Bitwig Featured

10 Bitwig Tips & Tricks Vol. 1

In this episode of TÂCHES TEACHES, we will explore some amazing tips and tricks to enhance your Bitwig experience. Whether you are an experienced music producer, a composer, or just starting out, these tips are sure to help you work more efficiently and creatively. Let's dive right in!

Music Production Featured

Exploring the Possibilities of AI in Music Production

Today, I want to dive into the world of artificial intelligence and its burgeoning role in music production.

Creativity Challenge

Rewrite the Past: Alternate Histories of Personal Memories

Our memories are powerful reservoirs of emotions, experiences, and lessons. While they shape our understanding of the world, they're not always set in the happiest or most ideal of tones. Enter "Rewrite the Past" – an intriguing creativity exercise that takes a leaf out of your life’

Creativity Challenge

Embracing Imperfection in the Digital Age

In a world dominated by technology, the ubiquitous 'undo' button stands as a safety net for creators. Whether you're fine-tuning a digital illustration or adjusting a piece of music, this little function ensures perfection, allowing for endless revisions. However, there's a profound creative lesson

Creativity Challenge

Unlocking Creativity through Visual Narratives

In the age of digitization and online content, the tactile pleasure of flipping through magazines and newspapers is becoming a rarity. However, these old-school mediums can still offer tremendous value, especially when we think outside the box.

Creativity Challenge

Vocalscape: Harness Your Human Instrument

Music has existed for millennia, long before the first drum or stringed instrument was crafted. In the beginning, there was the voice. The primal, authentic, and diverse sounds that can emanate from the human throat are unparalleled. From the mournful ballads of ancient storytellers to the dynamic harmonies of modern

Creativity Challenge

Found Sound: Listening to the World as Music

In a world saturated with pre-produced beats, over polished vocals, and synthesized melodies, the “Found Sound” exercise breathes fresh air into music composition and production. This unique approach to music-making involves harnessing raw, natural, and sometimes unexpected sounds from the environment and moulding them into intricate soundscapes or melodies. A

Creativity Challenge

Sculpting Together: The “Creative Relay”

In the labyrinth of artistic expression, where every individual holds a distinct torch, the magic often lies in the intersections of those lights. The age-old saying, “two heads are better than one” takes on a profound meaning in the world of art. Enter “Creative Relay” – an exercise that weaves together

Creativity Challenge

Walking in Another's Shoes: Creative Role Reversal

"The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes." - Marcel Proust In the sprawling canvas of creativity, sometimes the most inspiring color is the one you've never seen before. It's hidden in someone else's

Creativity Challenge

Embracing a Day of Mindful Silence

"Silence is a source of great strength." - Lao Tzu In the cacophony of our modern lives, silence has become an elusive, almost alien concept. Yet, there's a profound power in choosing silence and deliberately refraining from speaking. Taking a vow of silence, even for a

Creativity Challenge

The Unseen Joys Of Creating With Blind Trust

“In the realm of creation, sometimes the most profound visions arise when our eyes are closed.” The blank canvas stares back at you, a challenge, a provocation. Ever felt stifled by the weight of that expectation? What if the key to unlocking boundless creativity is simply… not seeing the canvas

Creativity Challenge

Blending Boundaries: The 'Mixing Disciplines' Exercise

In the grand tapestry of creativity, artists have long been encouraged to think outside the box. But what if we went a step further and threw the box into another universe entirely? Enter the “Mixing Disciplines” exercise, a delightful concoction of genres, styles, and eras, that’s as unexpected as

Creativity Challenge

Discovering Words through Chance

“Chance is always powerful. Let your hook always be cast; in the pool where you least expect it, there will be fish.” — Ovid Introduction In the vast realm of literature, the books we own are often filled with words and sentiments yet to be discovered. But with so many books

Creativity Challenge

Burn After Writing: Let It All Go

“Art is the only way to run away without leaving home.” – Twyla Tharp Imagine holding in your hand the power to free your creative spirit, just for it to be consumed by flames moments later. No, this isn't the plot of a dystopian novel. Instead, it's

Harmonious Parallels: Five Ways Life is Like Music

Life and music share a profound connection. Many cultures have used music as a metaphor for life, illustrating its ups and downs, highs and lows, and joys and sorrows. As we journey through life, we may find that it resonates with the rhythm, melody, harmony, and even the silence within

Thoughtfood

An Ode To The Blessed Belief System

A belief is something one accepts as true or real; a firmly held opinion or conviction. A system is a set of things working together as parts of a mechanism or an interconnecting network. Therefore, a belief system is the network of all things that one accepts to be true

Creativity

10 Surreal Strategies to Unblock the Creative Block

Within the intricate maze of a creative mind, inspiration can sometimes hide in the shadows, resulting in a formidable adversary—the infamous creative block. When traditional strategies prove ineffective in overcoming this intimidating obstacle, it's time to venture into the extraordinary, the unique and the decidedly surreal. Here

Music

The Art of Listening: How To Play Any Instrument

Music is often perceived as an exclusive domain, gated by the demanding rigours of time, practice, theory, and a supposed innate talent. In reality, however, music's true essence is found not in the exactness of playing “correctly,” but in the freedom to explore, listen, and be honest with

Mindfulness

The Paradox of Loving Judgement

We live in a world that is increasingly inclined to advocate for non-judgment. “Don't judge me,” we plead. “Don't judge others,” we counsel. This perspective finds its roots in a sincere attempt to promote tolerance, compassion, and understanding, and it is, undoubtedly, a worthy aspiration. But

5 Indicators of a Long-Lasting Career in the Arts

The arts, with their creative nuances and exhilarating vibrancy, have a timeless allure that captivates many. A career in the arts can be an enchanting journey filled with self-discovery, emotional expression, and transformative experiences. However, it can also be unpredictable, demanding, and fraught with challenges, requiring resilience and a strong

Music

"Music" is NOT the Music Industry

Hello, my fellow artists and creators. Today, we're going to delve into a topic that's critical, yet often neglected: the crucial difference between the energy of music and the business of it. Music has been with us for millennia – the first bone flutes were played more

Personal Growth

Horizontal and Vertical Growth in an Artist's Journey

Artistic growth is a complex tapestry interwoven with skills, emotions, aspirations, and introspection. It’s a process that asks artists to explore both the world around them and their inner landscape.