5 Chord Patterns for 5 Different Emotions

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DAW (Music making software): Logic Pro and Ableton Live
Studio monitors (speakers): Yamaha HS8's
Headphones: Audeze LCD X (open back)
Camera: Canon 80d
Computer: Mac Studio with M2 Ultra chip and 2 TB hardrive
Midi controller (keyboard): Komplete Kontrol 61
Interface: Scarlett Clarett 2 pre
Desk: a cheap one from ikea
Chair: also a cheap one from ikea
My favorite plugins that I use the most:
XFER Serum
Sylenth 1
Nexus 3
Kontakt
RC 20
Valhalla Shimmer
Valhalla Vintage Verb
Shaperbox 3
XFER OTT
Fab Filter Saturn 2
Fab Filter Pro C 2
Arturia Pigments
Baby Audio Comeback Kid
Output Thermal and Portal
LABS Soft Piano
Hardware that I use behind the scenes but not in videos:
Elektron Octatrack (my fav)
Elektron Digitakt
Korg Minilogue XD

[@freeagentleo1618]

0:56 Happy Chords 4:40 Sad chords 8:12 Uplifting Chords 11:10 Powerful/Aggressive Chords 17:00 Dark Chords

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[@Natsuki_Cover]

thx :)

[@leanpalma8061]

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[@RediDutshi]

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[@tredfxman]

For chord writing: What i recomend you guys to do is download a favorite song with as few instruments as possible and a clear main instrument. I used Rihannas song - Stay. Then import that into daw. Then i put repeat region on for each chord pattern the song has and put on solo. Then i try to imitate each and every note each chord has by ear until i completed writing off the entire song by ear! - You can do it to! Its called Ear Training & is extremely useful! 👍

[@psyclone1349]

Yes ur right, i learned a lot by recreating Visiting Hours by Ed Sheeran, u can use a lot of Ed Sheeran songs cus they r mostly a guitar or piano or both.

[@dhil3571]

piggy backing off this. you can also use an analyzer, spectrum if I'm not mistaken (at least in FL studio) to copy the notes in the chord.

[@felixkesso]

Good tip also captain chords is great for making something quick and fast to get u going and also adding the tips for this video makes your chords better

[@AugnierCalyenin]

This is truly a great tip. I only learned about this back with Deadmau5 - Strobe, I was fascinated by the song and couldn't find any stuff online back then and had to use this technique to recreate the song to learn from it. I'd also like to recommend Orb Suite. It is split between different plugins such as chords, melody, bass and arpeggiator. First you load the chords, randomize to get chords you like, then you can add any of the other plugins (melody, bass etc) and it will create notes for it based on the chords from the Orb Suite chord plugin. Very helpful to destroy writers block and get freshest of fresh ideas.

[@tonygoodwinjr9293]

I use base notes so i can play both piano chords & guitar rhythm notes. Then i move to lead piano & guitar. After that i fill it with drums. & i add after that. All songs follow basic notes no matter the speed or lyrics. Just a different key

[@DJaycerOfficial]

Tips for music making: don’t be afraid to go out of scale. There also is no right or wrong to music making. My favorite type of chords to end a progression are the c suspended and then g major, which kind of gives it that sort of Disney movie vibe.

[@stephanethomas2186]

“don’t be afraid to go out of scale” So true. Just consider groups like Sonic Youth, listen and try to guess the chords/notes they play… ^^ Plus, the diatonic scale is the main occidental approche, but some people do differently in other part of the world. And even considering the diatonic scale, there is a relatively large range of frequencies in just one semitone. I think of Sonic Youth when I read “out of scale”, but I too like (in an other genre) Kölsch, who also makes great music while being sometime “out of key”. It’s fun to think that in the middle-age, what was considered admissible chords was an even more reduced set than nowadays.

[@s3vva]

Guys, remember that it's also important whether or not your progression is moving down or up in pitch. A chord progression that moves down causes the listener to feel sadder since the progression imitates a sigh and lack of hope. On the contrary, when your progression moves upwards, the feeling of happiness and motivation is underlined :D

[@kjkjkj939]

This is key for EDM music

[@Souix1983]

not all the time, take a listen at the 28 days later soundtrack. the pattern rises up but it still remains dark and hopeless

[@rodthom86]

It's very used in classical music since always.

[@sidneyviegas935]

@@Souix1983 that’s because there’s so much more that influences emotion in a song, it’s not just this, it’s also time n everything else that gives the ambience.. imo music is the most fun thing there is to get your creativity out solely cuz of the reason that everything connects to each other, and everything has to add up together, you can’t do half of the work; it’s all or nothing..

[@scruffmaster0185]

Neat advice 👌

[@jonnywickham2012]

"Un-cheeseify the chord pattern" - Alex Rome 2021

[@KartikChugh]

Drink every time he says uncheesify!

[@lunaticzeroone]

it's so crazy how these smaller content creators can make really good stuff like this, it's real helpful, probably great for people experiencing writer's block as well

[@jaywanimationz]

Facts

[@DJJuxtapose]

I just came along this channel and it basically gets straight into the subject and nails it. Super rare in KZbin tbh

[@kentjensen4504]

What an incredibly likable and talented teacher.

[@AlexRome]

Hey everyone! What types of tutorials would you like to see more of this year? I'm going to stop taking month-long breaks and begin posting weekly stuff. Reply here and let me know what you want!

[@lucasd3658]

i remember someone commenting some time ago to do a tutorial of making an acoustic version of a song, that would be amazing! Great video btw:)

[@IlyaPrevost]

Could you teach us, how to make the bass sound at 12:50 ?

[@befitmyfriend]

Sad chords and melodies

[@jesperek93]

How to choose the right drum sounds that fit together and how to eq them :)

[@davidlundeen9472]

Rry

[@aviralxd3583]

I-vi-V-IV prolly my favourite happy and poppy chord progressions, it sounds heavenly when played on a guitar with some chucks and mutes.

[@Jesterzero138]

thats beautiful. It reminds me of the "rockabilly" progression I-vi-IV-V.

[@aviralxd3583]

@@Jesterzero138 haha I vi IV V is overused as heck, I like this one a little bit more for the music I make, with a very tone dominant inversion it sounds sweeeeeet.

[@jeffbitterly7891]

I LIVE for your organic reactions to your creations because it reminds me of ME 😂

[@musliman5752]

18:59 "adds a lot of joy where i want ... darkness" You are the Bob Ross of Music Production to me.

[@Nopinopa]

u deserve way more likes, lol that's so true

[@viralfans5501]

what a joyful man , he makes me happy every time . I pray for your happiness and peace Alex

[@missunderstood2274]

Okay but your comment section is so helpful, knowledgeable, and sharing.

[@anthonyvalli2455]

that aggressive one was actually I, VI, V, VII and III chords as opposed to the II chord. Awesome video Alex. Your stuff is so helpful and inspiring.

[@bm3410]

All these chords can express every emotion. Don't box yourself in.

[@IYogi019]

10:45 my fav part chord❤️

[@zdtuttauniversity2715]

the fact that I can understand this, really shows you are a genius

[@zhardeen7590]

I think that I - vi - iii - V is an interesting progression since it sounds sad but is also in a major key. The Weeknd uses this on Save Your Tears and it just sounds so good

[@francer24]

Yeah, it's bittersweet

[@willjames7119]

Thank you KZbin recommender God for sending me this as keys is exactly what I need to figure out right now.

[@bw4265]

LOL @2:41 he Says cheesy and happy right before playing what almost sounds like KC & the Sunshine Band's "Baby give it up", perfect description.

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My boy droppping straight gems

[@P-S-T]

Excellent! You are so inspiring!

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It's really incredible on how much music can impact a person emotions. Such a beautiful gift to have.

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Wow! You produce these amazing melodies with such ease! You’re hugely talented💪👍🔥🔥🔥

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Alex makes me so happy. Keep it up!

[@A.I.Mmusic]

Makes me want to cry my eyes out 😀

[@daddlebug]

These tips are so pleasing to the ears

[@Conradaxx]

Great stuff! Although I'm no beginner when it comes to chord patterns, the TONIC note and the importance of that is something I had very little understanding of. I always take away at least one songwriting/production technique away from your videos regardless of whether I'm a beginner, average user, or advance in the subject. Thanks for what you do, Alex!

[@leylaford1787]

Dude! You're killing me! Seriously, thank you for some great advice. As a total beginner, I very much appreciate what you do.

[@timmyv795]

I love that piano plug in..beautiful

[@NexonNL]

“Ah! That makes me wanna cry my eyes out! :D” Gotta love this guy.

[@degrader81]

I have to be honest, your videos are expanding my mind. Keep up the good job, you are the number one

[@andreglam1]

It's delightful to watch you. You seem to have a good time making these tutorials.

[@dhil3571]

Alex been super clutch lately with these tips man. I appreciate your work and knowledge sharing! hope to join your discord and classes soon! 🙌🙌

[@KDF98]

The happy paterne gave me so much idea and maked me feel lot better ! Thanks you so much for that !

[@Baywood]

Alex Rome The Goat!! Thank you for always making interesting videos!

[@collint7375]

Phenomenal value in this video! Everyone should learn and memorize this concept!

[@sabansabanovic9750]

i have learned more watching Alex then 3 yrs in school..thank you mate

[@RamRaviMusic]

idk how to thank you! this changed my way of music production man! THANKS A LOT ❤️❤️❤️

[@PROJECTJMUSIC]

This video has been so helpful! Thank you so much!

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You are a wonderful teacher👍

[@ClassysWorld]

This video was very helpful, I'm already hooked

[@sistin1e]

i love your smile when you making music

[@petkhv]

Thx Alex! Love your videos!

[@jackcampbellmaniacjack2064]

Thank you! I started making music a few months ago and I appreciate the help.

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Thanks man that was AWESOME!!!

[@DJ_DEE440]

Really appreciate your videos!

[@exonme5845]

You really Love Your Talent

[@MintPuma]

Awesome video, thanks! FYI, you can use Shift+Up/Down Arrow to move midi notes up/down an octave easily.

[@vencheangheng405]

Thank you for ur work!

[@23steveevets32]

You might be the most approachable production software instructor I've ever seen so far :D

[@JohnSmith-jt8km]

i learned so much in one vid this guy is a hero

[@NoName-jr6yl]

This video is so helpful dude! Thank you soooo much!

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Such a helpful video really. Thanks for this 💜

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I love your tutorials thank you 🙏🏽

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Amazing video. I've found much value in this. Thank you much.

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Love your videos !!

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THIS CHANNEL IS THE BEST.

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im a new viewer but i must say you've helped me out so much thank you alex

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Really useful stuff mate..... really appreciate your effort 👍❤️🙏

[@travisgillison8574]

THANK YOU VERY VERY MUCH!!!!! GREAT TUTORIAL!!!! SIMPLE AND EASY TO FOLLOW!!!!😇🥳

[@exootikkmusic]

Thanks for helping us out dude really good info 🎹🔥

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Thank you!

[@bobbydhal2199]

Amazing Video , you have great insight , Thank You

[@skx3248]

Thank you Alex, this really helped me out😁

[@Adiiii7]

The uplifting chord ,the last rhythm you changed that sounded so fuckin gorgeous, plz do make a tutorial of how to make more uplifting chords with such rhythm.🙌

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I really enjoy your videos.

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Omg I literally needed this and you posted it today 😫 btw tysm for the amazing content 🤪

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thanks brother for this, its what i needed.

[@igimon2267]

Awesome tutorial man, grats!

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Thanks for this bro helps a lot

[@sambond0079]

That was a great lesson. Thanks Alex! ;)

[@DeuceGenius]

thank you man this is so good for my brain

[@DJTweakiN]

Love your videos, you made me learn something today :D

[@donpizo]

THANKS DUDE

[@holandmusic8952]

Super tutorial ! 👍

[@boza_de_producer]

This was very helpful bro thanks a lot🙌

[@spacelara]

Love your video😍 really love to see a video on dreamy, euphoria, and dramatic music arrangements 🙏

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Really enjoying your channel, just found it tonight.

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thanks alex

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This video was so good. 🔥

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I learn a lot thanks!

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Man what a great video

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I really like synth or techno music it hits me all the time, I really love it! This is a great video too! All these sounds I like.

[@karlhoward2737]

Well I guess I know what am doing tomorrow in Logic……re learning everything from Alex, fantastic and so inspirational….thank you very much kind sir

[@errolthompson6298]

Thanks for this lesson wanted to know this trick for the longest while,

[@fancha831]

the best production teacher

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[@babunixy6158]

Awesome tips..

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I love this content ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@musicmediaproductions]

" CHEESYIFY THE CHORDS" Love it!! Thank you!

[@ItsMe-gv2ug]

Excellent tutorial. :)

[@gabrielpowter9015]

Been watching your videos for years… as an abelton user. Couldn’t Believe my eyes when I opened this up😵‍💫🥴

[@nickvieru8969]

Hey Alex, great video as always! Just wanted to let you know that you can transpose any note/notes an octave up in Ableton by pressint shift + up. Hope this helps ;)

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🐐 🔥 bro you made it easy too learn

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I feel like you should have a Sesame Steet character helping you out with this video. You're delivery today is hilarious.

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Brilliant

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Thanks for the knowledge sharing

[@DmnkBrn]

"Un-cheesify" I love this term! 😃

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Thank you 🔥 🙏