In this course, explore the different tools and techniques that will help unlock your pop production creativity, such as sound design, vocal processing, arrangement, tension and release, and more.
Course Outline:
What makes a great pop song? Pop music hits an emotional sweet spot when stellar songwriting matches great production. In this course, we will be exploring different tools and techniques that will help unlock your pop production creativity, such as sound design, vocal processing, song arrangement, and tension and release. We will also cover the importance of melody, harmony, and rhythm, and how these sometimes deceptively simple elements work together to create the perfect Pop song.
Lauren Kop
LA native and producer Lauren Kop, aka as mini bear, has cultivated a vivid musical aesthetic, gaining respected roles within her community such as mentor and emerging talent. Blending musical styles and drawing inspiration from 80s/90s, pop, and dance influences, Lauren has written, produced, and released multiple EPs and a full length album under the artist name mini bear, while also performing in notable LA venues such as The Echo, Moroccan Lounge, The Hi Hat, and Bootleg Theatre.
Lesson 2 – Your Pop Sound (69:53)
Lesson 3 – Arrangement and Song Structure (65:30)
Lesson 4 – Making Those Vocals Pop (84:38)
Lesson 5 – Tension and Release (73:04)
