Understanding Logic Pro

In this session we had a look at Logic Pro and some of the most important short cuts and tools needed to know.

Bin - Loaded files on ther system

Loop - Ready made instruments

Library - Software Instruments

Browser - Local Files

Green Cursor - Loop Specific Audio (Drag) (Cycle Region)

Ctrl + Alt and Click to Zoom

Esc - Brings up all Tools (Scissors Tool)

Output - All tracks Affected

Hover top right to loop track

Caps - To turn Piano on.

Project Ideas

For my project idea I want to try and incorporate something using surround sound. An idea I had of mine and it of great interest in terms of history, popularity is Bridlington Beach. I want to be able to visit Bridlington and record many sounds which represents how it is today and perhaps manipulate these sounds into something eerie and scary perhaps. What its like living on the coast? Still as popular or dying out? Difference between summer and winter population. Comparison between 19th and 20th century. I could also perhaps record my journey to Bridlington via train. Get a real feel of the surroundings.

In terms of recordings I could gather some really nice sounds.

• Sound
• Atmos
• Amusements
• Children playing
• Sea

Quote

'It's not how it used to be'

When I have gathered recordings I could have a play around with these sounds within soundtrack pro and logic and use the pan tool to create some nice effects as well as all the other effects within the program.

Hoping to create this sense of place and a eerie feel to it. Using various mics to get specific sounds. Perhaps get my sounds working with a few still images. I aim to make the project around 3-5 minutes.