The Purple Mic Journal

Before studying music production, I spent years studying classical music. Classical orchestration is a highly refined art that has evolved over centuries, offering timeless lessons in balance, contrast, texture, and the way musical elements work [...]

Zoom in while listening to focus on a single instrument, sound, or frequency range. Zoom out to hear how all the elements interact and contribute to the song as a whole.

Pros and cons of recording using playlists.

When the red light is on, the truth often reveals itself. What does that mean? It can mean many different things, depending on which side of the glass you are standing.