Patterns can be played individually using
[Play] but can also be chained to play in a
sequence using [Shift] + [Play]. Chaining
patterns can create longer arrangements in a
sort of song mode. Building either full
arrangements or creating sections is possible
in Pattern view. Building patterns is performed
in Sequence view. Play also has a specic
feature called ‘Variations’. Variations allow
alternative versions of tracks to be created and
used to help build arrangements or just to use
in a performance or live improvisations. While
these structural elements are key to building
full songs and chaining patterns, other
techniques can also contribute to building
arrangements. Adjusting some of the
parameter settings and automating
parameters across steps and patterns
contributes to the variation and interest built
into the creative process. In addition some
parameters can help create evolving and
continuously changing patterns. Chance and
Randomize are two such parameters. Patterns
can appear to operate on their own evolving
journey, where dened steps will appears to play
an unlimited level of variation. Considering these
structural and creative elements in isolation is a
good starting point and helps get to know these
features better. Combining these elements and
experimenting with combinations adds even
more power and expands the creative
possibilities further. There are no rules when it
comes to Play’s sound design, the limitations
often only come from the imagination of the user.
Trial and error, experimentation and just
tweaking may bring surprisingly musical results.
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