Realistic Orchestras From Sample Libraries

An introduction to using sample libraries focusing on the string section. Composer and Producer Sam Boydell talks us through selecting an orchestral sound library, creating a simple string motif and incorporating more realism into the finished piece by using a range of techniques, including articulations, dynamics and panning.Chapters00:00 - Introduction01:18 - The Tools Of The Trade03:13 - Choosing Your Sound Library06:01 - Starting With A String Motif10:39 - Allocating Orchestral Positions11:58 - Humanising The Performance14:57 - Fine-Tuning Velocity And Timing17:15 - Adding MIDI Automation19:56 - Placing The Orchestra In A Space22:17 - Incorporating Articulations24:39 - Creating More Dynamics27:46 - Mixing And MasteringSam Boydell BiogLearning his craft by working in studios with the likes of Gareth Young (Sugababes), Stephen Lipson (Hans Zimmer) and Mark Hill (Craig David), Sam has grown into being credited for Composing many award-winning Commercials and Documentaries such as drift-racing’s, ‘Clipping Point’ (2022) rated at 9.3/10 on IMDb, as well as, prestigious TV shows like, Match of the Day (BBC).Sam is also considered one of the premiere Sound Recordists & Commercial Mixers in the UK, having worked with the likes of David Beckham, ITV and Ferrari.Further enterprises include the music label 60hz with Mark Hill and Neil Simpson, which works to nurture talent such as Nat Slater & Kyi in the past.  And, Education, where he works with local universities and schools.https://boyde.tv/Catch more shows on our other podcast channels: https://www.soundonsound.com/sos-podcasts Get a print or digital subscription to Sound On Sound magazine.