Rio Leyva's Melody Guide (Chords, Counter Melodies, Sound Selection & More)

[@rioleyva2002]

thanks for watching guys

[@nickillson]

You keep saying note.. but it's half-notes! ;)

[@rioleyva2002]

@@nickillson in the context of the piano roll i feel it’s easier explaining it like that. i’m not here to teach you music theory, just my process / way of thinking about things, and when i’m cooking up if i pitch something by one i think of it as being up one note, even if technically it’s a half step

[@nickillson]

@@rioleyva2002 I know bro, I like your explanation I was just teasing a bit. Keep it up!! 💯

[@Loneski]

Thanks uncle Rio

[@cupidspalace]

Hi Rio

[@Denzji_]

I can’t even describe or bring to words how amazing rio is as a producer and just a person in general. 💯

[@ObscenePlanet]

So you've met him?

[@prodwheye]

@@ObscenePlanet fool

[@chodemaxxxer]

The dickeating is crazy

[@DBTHEPLUG]

​​​@@ObscenePlanet Nope. Only knows him from his phone screen/monitor.

[@typebeat7487]

@@DBTHEPLUG yoo did u collab with other prods or send beats to get ur collabs or have to network to get ur placements? just curious man, ur beats are hella fire

[@seanotes3594]

Love how he giving out gems while the desk and computer up to his chin. Bro getting a shoulder workout cookin up. Legend

[@prodajaj]

i need some hard one-shots and loops like this

[@permanentfacelessness]

tumfy’s free kits are pretty tuff ngl

[@VITYN]

I’m an independent artist from Brazil and the Rio Levya’s articulation help me a lot to understand and learning more english content, thanks bro

[@messbemade]

rio been a gem in the industry for years now, vids like these are going to inspire and teach so much of the youth. looking forward to the minds that are sparked from his content

[@silva286]

Appreciate y’all for being the only producers in the industry actually sharing stuff

[@foreverchefn]

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[@AspiringServantofGod1017]

@@foreverchefn producer culture

[@ilovedrew__]

Rio out here helping so many prods. He’s a goat fr 😩🐐

[@chasecsgo7041]

I have been getting back into this for the past two weeks and im starting to understand what you guys mean by if you understand a little bit of music theory thats all you need, and it really is, but if you want my advice from learning so far videos like this and music theory videos in general have made it WAY easier to watch and absorb the information from all of the other producer videos and follow along

[@whoismorn2]

The U He synths especially Diva and Repro have been my sauce for a while now they’re my go to’s

[@rxgi]

Best tutorial I’ve ever seen for Melodies. Well done 👍

[@MrfreshhBeatz1]

The TEAM IS BACK winning 🔥🔥🔥🙌🏽

[@hitzoneproductions7858]

Back? Did they fall off?

[@MrfreshhBeatz1]

CORRECTION… STILL WINNING 🏆

[@topibeats]

rio is my biggest inspiration. even tho im still shit at producing hes the light that always gives me hope

[@LohPro]

would most definitely appreciate a part 2 brother! always a pleasure to get insight into other producers workflows & techniques. i would like to share 3 little tips for melodies that i've been using lately. (tip #1) doubling the bass or root, into an upper voice, then altering its rhythm, dynamic, adding passing notes, etc. this works because whatever the bass note or root of the chord is, they are the most stable notes in the scale. (tip #2) orchestration; create a chord or progression, then split the different parts into different instruments & across different octave/pitch ranges. this will allow the same chord to be heard, but across different instruments & you can solo/mute different ones whenever you need (tip #3) using the same melody motif or pattern, over different chord changes. this works by creating contrast, as the notes of the melody will function one way over the first chord & function differently over another chord. this creates various amounts of tension & color, while providing familiarity. God Bless! - Loh Pro

[@xkhours]

bro really don't even have to do this. we appreciate you Rio

[@nelisamsane9464]

best tutorial I've ever seen for melodies. fast and effective. thank you so much

[@jonmira7]

great to have people willing to share their knowledge for free .Well done Internet money.

[@VCSoldiers2]

Awesome 😮 I’m here analysing every second over watching this video brow. It is just thr most amazing explanation that I ever had.

[@solecline]

Just got into FL Studio and this video is a great help to me. Especially the commands. 💯

[@jetex_beats8722]

I’ve been watching, learning and studying sound design and music from Internet money and rio,Paryo and nick for a few months. Thank you guys for your knowledge and time

[@AbilityboyOfficial]

I love your teaching I have really learned a lot as a beginner Waiting for part two

[@thezachmichael]

Love seeing all the gems being dropped on the channel!

[@Byronic19134]

I love seeing old Busy Works Beats tutorials being recycled.

[@ObscenePlanet]

@@Byronic19134 😂😂😂

[@ObscenePlanet]

Get the camera. It's Zach

[@ekkidanjel]

Ah, yes, I must say that I find Rio's pedagogical acumen to be quite impressive. His prowess as a producer is matched only by his ability to impart knowledge and wisdom upon his pupils. One might say that he is the Obi-Wan Kenobi of the music production world - a sage mentor guiding his proteges to greatness. It is truly a delight to witness such an esteemed figure in action. Kudos to you, Rio, for being both a masterful producer and a brilliant educator. 🤓🤓🤓 💯💯💯 #danjelxgaldur2023

[@Aight1Josh]

the most helpful youtube channel in the last 10 years, its not even close

[@rudolph1956]

I remeber everyone was clowning busywork beats for his chord codes but I see rio teaching us the same

[@disjean47]

Yee😂 next video about same shit and introduction into confusion this kids with „passing tones” which they are not

[@michaelcucchiara]

Yeah this a good tutorial otherwise but that chord code shit is ass, might as well learn music theory as the quality of chords matter a good deal imo

[@ContentK22]

RIO is the guy I would’ve been cool with in school that you’ll never know is really cool. 💎

[@jawnnwinn]

WE NEED A SERIES I JUST TOOK MUCH NOTES 🖤 love you bro just getting started into this journey hope i can work with you one day

[@jordanfox1316]

Production value is top tier in so many ways with these vids🏌️‍♂️

[@lucar648]

RIOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO bro is the GOAT of youtube videos U CANT STOP THIS GUY

[@luvrboyrxse]

Rio just blessed the streets 🙏🏾🔥

[@cedricking3719]

Best tutorial I ever watched

[@Booer]

love that this tutorial was straight forward and i didnt have to see random cut edits or annoying memes

[@JAYFULFILMZ]

This was one of the best tutorials I ever seen on FL Studio, Ever! 💯💪🏾

[@mikibbeats]

Rio sounds like they got him at gunpoint. shoutout rio tho!!! goated

[@yungxguac1]

this channel for sure changed the course of my life

[@MikeBravos]

Spot on! The only thing I would say is that the D resolves to G, as a V-I motion so it kinda workds regardless the distance, but it doesn't matter. lol

[@BeatsbyAge]

you gave a lot of game on this! appreciate it! i’ll be keeping an eye out for pt 2

[@raised4greatness528]

Bless you & everyone that aspires to help those that need it w/o a price tag.

[@andreisutton]

the video everyone has been waiting for

[@herv1118]

loved this video. cant wait for part 2. rio made it really easy to understand ❤️

[@therealrickjames1983]

💪🏾Salute for this. You are truly for the culture sir. People have tried to explain this but not in such a simple way.

[@agsupreme_]

Was lost ina dark until I found this video 💪🏾

[@park3r61]

1:19 that note timing with the background beat lol

[@AJ-ed7mx]

the background track goes with what you were making,. absolute fire brother

[@Gainsforlife]

Amazing. I watched once and now I am teaching my professor about chopin and theory

[@diaadrenaline187]

I love my melodies, rio really be putting me on game appreciate you rio and internet money !

[@Leo-bs8yf]

he's holding the the gates open for us! thx man

[@JONAHHH03]

All of this info helped me so much. One of the best tutorials I have seen by far 🔥

[@BrokenHeart-762]

What a good teacher!

[@Sahil-qw2qw]

Thank you rio watching this a year later this has really helped me!

[@SPLASHWOE]

Thanks rio I’m now a platinum producer thanks to ur tips and tricks

[@rar3lotus]

That’s why he’s the goat!! THE GOATTTtTT!!!!!!

[@DETERMINOLOGY]

My advice. Learn the # system when it comes to Notes, Chords and Chord Progressions and of course ear train and learn as much as you can!!!

[@Flouzybeats]

what do you mean by # system?

[@albanyrebelion]

Genuine guy tryna educate love it 🙏

[@peerAA97]

this is incredibly valuable for the next gen

[@nickefresh71]

Thanks Rio!!! Def would love to see part 2!!!

[@kinglaw1688]

This is the best tutorial on music theory I have ever come acrosss,thank you so much you are a great teacher man 😀

[@prodDrakon]

Rio always helping everyone W Rio

[@Aryo__]

This is literally what we needed. Thanks Rio!

[@luvrboyrxse]

ALSO HIS PEDAL MAGIC PHRASE KIT IS CRAZY YALL GOTTA GO CHECK IT OUT!! 😤🔥

[@YusefB]

im truly sure that Rio is gonna be a Legend in the future, thanks brother

[@HunterFilmsChannel]

This might have been actually the most helpful video😭

[@ProdWhoisChase]

I just started watching your vids and you’re already one of my new fav producers. Thanks so much for this one

[@prod.drezzi7585]

You new to producing? If you are I hope all goes well on your journey!

[@ProdWhoisChase]

@@prod.drezzi7585 thanks so much I really appreciate that. Just started recently and have been having so much fun with it. How long have you been producing?

[@prod.drezzi7585]

@@ProdWhoisChase I’ve been producing for about 3 years I haven’t posted in a really long time on KZbin tho I’ve been working on a clothing line

[@prod.drezzi7585]

Just make sure to keep doing it for the love and because your having fun don’t chase money it will drain you!

[@ProdWhoisChase]

@@prod.drezzi7585 that’s great advice. I’ll def listen to it bc I’m not thinking about money rn and am so passionate about it. Appreciate you! Good luck with the clothing line!

[@redtiebeats]

As a guy who likes making melodies.. I appreciate this 👍

[@prod_allex]

man i love this guy

[@B-BYRD_BEATS]

Dope merch! Awesome breakdown! 🫡💪🙏

[@HoopsParadise_]

Rio's the best ong

[@sundaymonday6042]

eeeee internet money tutorials is back! thanks🙏

[@mookio_]

Keep up the helpful videos💪🏽

[@theunconciousmind7314]

Simple but not boring! ❤💚💯

[@willdittig8369]

This guy is the homie for real. Doing gods work

[@dieagoz910]

bro this is crazy ah I thought I cant understand theories but you make my day thanks a lot ah

[@Cerialos]

we love rio out here ty

[@shanelarue8162]

Nice and straightforward.

[@pondersomepete1349]

This is hugely helpful and inspiring! Thanks!

[@Kaymixedthat]

Best tutorial video out!!!!

[@groovyt5441]

Keep these coming 🔥🔥

[@suedkid]

That's what I've been missing. Thanks you

[@beatsbybeto]

Nice Vid with some useful advices 🔥

[@cosmicbeats_]

rio is beyond goated

[@Onlyonecrest]

Please keep up with your tutorials you’re good at teaching ❤

[@ErgyATL]

Rio really be giving all the sauce! 💜👁️💜

[@FreshBreezle]

Best tutorial on chords out there.. Weldone

[@frostiibeats334]

the day has finally come

[@brenmac]

this video reinforced the importance of the 7! i;ve been sleepin on it

[@DieFourSwag]

ngl this was more helpful than I thought it would be

[@snyd.]

phenomenal guy, rio da younger og

[@seang.6245]

I’d like part 2 plz, that was interesting and informative

[@mevmaTV]

Amazing for people currently learning

[@PicheBendajo]

RIO! we want a part 2! This was all sauce, no fat fl tutorial. Ive watched countless hours of fl tutorials and this is by far my favorite. I have so much love and respect for you, thank you.

[@iDreemBigger]

Real deal a1 producer. lil bro tha 1

[@KCHATEZ]

IM go hard always - logo 🔥 asf

[@shique9791]

Finally a good melody tutorial

[@ProdLobo707]

Thank you Rio 🤍

[@truetherealist2546]

God bless Internet Money 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Skalpellmusic]

Thank you @Rio Leyva

[@mehulchikara40]

Rio carrying the team right now

[@baldiball]

Dope video thank you bro ❤👍

[@JRegoMusic]

That was a great video 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@sneakybadger29]

Rio‘s Tutorials are always great