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BRASS RHYTHMIC PATTERNS

THE BRASS PROBLEM EVERY COMPOSER FACES

Brass is what makes your music sound epic. But here's the reality: most composers avoid brass or add it as an afterthought. Why?

The Technical Challenges of Brass Libraries:

Slow Attacks - Latency between pressing keys and hearing sound makes recording difficult
Extreme Dynamic Range - From pianissimo to fortissimo requires perfect control
Sonic Space Domination - Brass takes more mix space than strings or woodwinds

What This Creates:

Composers start with "easier" instruments (strings, piano)
Brass gets added last when the arrangement is nearly complete
Balance problems: brass sounds too loud, so you turn it down → sounds fake
Your music ends up sounding similar because you avoid the technical friction

WHAT YOU'LL ACHIEVE

These professional brass rhythmic patterns will help you:

Start with brass instead of avoiding it due to technical challenges
Create authentic epic sound with complete brass arrangements, not simple octaves
Save hours of programming difficult brass dynamics and voicings
Understand sonic space by hearing full brass arrangements before adding other elements
Use brass more often in your compositions instead of defaulting to strings
Learn idiomatic brass writing with properly voiced rhythmic patterns
Balance your mix correctly by building around brass rather than squeezing it in

IDIOMATIC

Properly voiced for brass sections with authentic rhythmic patterns

INSPIRATION

Complete arrangements that spark creativity and musical ideas

SPEED

Instant access to professional brass arrangements without technical friction

WHAT'S INCLUDED

OPTION A: HIGH BRASS PATTERNS ($24)

960 professional MIDI files featuring:

20 unique rhythmic patterns - Complete brass arrangements, not single notes
High brass focus - Optimized for trumpets and horns
Both major and minor modes - Complete tonal flexibility
Forte and piano dynamics - Loud epic passages and subtle underscore
All 12 musical keys - Perfect integration with any project
Idiomatic voicings - Written specifically for high brass characteristics

File Organization:
20 patterns × 4 categories (Major/Minor × Forte/Piano) × 12 keys = 960 files

OPTION B: COMPLETE BRASS COLLECTION ($34)

Everything in Option A PLUS 960 additional low brass files:

Low brass patterns - Optimized for trombones and tubas
Different voicing approach - Tighter spacing for low register clarity
Complete brass spectrum - From brilliant highs to powerful lows
Mix and match capability - Layer high and low for full brass sections
Extended sonic palette - Double your creative possibilities

TOTAL OPTION B: 1,920 professional MIDI files

Complete File Structure:
• High Brass: 960 files (trumpets/horns focus)
• Low Brass: 960 files (trombones/tubas focus)
• Both include: Major/Minor × Forte/Piano × All 12 keys

🚀 DOUBLE YOUR FILES - CHECKOUT ADD-ON

Add Vol 2 Expansion Pack for just $17 more

Get 20 additional rhythmic patterns (numbers 21-40) with even more variety and complexity. This doubles your total files to 3,840 MIDI files when combined with Option B.

Available as an add-on during checkout - not included in the base options above.

THREE WAYS TO USE THESE PATTERNS

1. AS A STARTING POINT

Begin your composition with brass to break out of predictable patterns

Three options: A) Use as-is, B) Modify a few notes to match your harmony, C) Transpose the entire pattern for harmonic changes. Starting with brass forces you to build around its sonic space rather than trying to squeeze it in later.

BEFORE: Start with strings → add percussion → squeeze in brass → balance problems

AFTER: Start with brass → understand sonic space → build around it → perfect balance

2. TO ADD EPICNESS

Enhance existing arrangements with authentic brass power

Add brass to finished arrangements to elevate them to epic status. Use forte dynamics for powerful moments and piano dynamics for subtle underscore. More modification usually needed to fit existing musical ideas.

BEFORE: Arrangement feels good but lacks that epic, cinematic power

AFTER: Same arrangement with authentic brass epicness and proper balance

3. FOR LEARNING & INSPIRATION

Study professional brass writing and generate new musical ideas

Analyze rhythmic patterns, intervals, voicings, and orchestration techniques. Use as backing tracks for improvisation and melodic development. Understand what makes brass writing idiomatic and cinematic.

BEFORE: Limited brass vocabulary and fear of technical challenges

AFTER: Expanded brass knowledge and confidence in cinematic writing

ADVANCED USAGE TECHNIQUES

Professional Layering Method:

Start with a brass ensemble patch for the full arrangement
Duplicate to separate trumpet and horn tracks
Remove low notes from trumpet track, remove high notes from horn track
Result: More open sound with better definition and spatial placement

This technique gives you professional control over brass sections while maintaining the idiomatic voicing of the original patterns.

SPECIAL BONUSES

Exclusive bonuses for Option B customers only

BONUS #1: VIDEO DEMONSTRATION MIDI FILES

For the first 100 people who choose Option B

Get all the MIDI examples shown in the presentation video. Study exactly how the patterns were used, layered, and built into complete musical demonstrations.

BONUS #2: TRAILER RECIPES BOOK (122 PAGES)

For the first 200 people who choose Option B

Complete guide to trailer music composition including compositional frameworks, orchestral implementation, hybrid production techniques, mixing strategies, and industry context. Features practical techniques for strings, brass, choir, sound design, and professional workflow.

BONUS #3: COMPOSING RECIPES BOOK

For the first 300 people who choose Option B

Style-by-style guide to cinematic composing including Love, Sadness, Suspense, Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Supernatural, Comedy, Inspirational, and Epic Trailer. Each style includes specific instructions for harmony, melody, rhythm, orchestration, and structure.

WHY THESE PATTERNS SOLVE THE BRASS PROBLEM

✓ Eliminates technical friction - No more fighting with slow attacks and dynamic range
✓ Perfect balance from the start - Understand sonic space before adding other elements
✓ Idiomatic voicings - Written by professionals with 15+ years experience
✓ Complete arrangements - Not simple octaves or single notes
✓ Dynamic variety - Both forte epic passages and piano underscore
✓ Universal compatibility - Works with any brass sample library
✓ Encourages brass usage - Makes you use brass more often instead of avoiding it

Option A - High Brass Patterns: ~~$47~~
$24

Option B - Complete Collection: ~~$67~~
$34

Vol 2 Expansion Add-on: $17
(Available during checkout to double your files)

BONUSES REMAINING:

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First 300 (Composing Recipes): 87 spots left

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