Create Unique Chord Progressions with Progressions - an Intelligent Chord Generator!

Create Unique Chord Progressions with Progressions - an Intelligent Chord Generator!

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Getting Started with Progressions
3. Setting Up MIDI Channels
4. Creating Chords with Progressions
5. Understanding Key and Mode
6. Generating Chords Mathematically
7. Adjusting Freedom and Complexity
8. Adding Chords to the Song Mode
9. Editing Chords in the Song Mode
10. Syncing Instances and Styles
11. Using Multiple Instances of Progressions
12. Changing Chord Styles in Song Mode

Introduction

Progressions from Four Pockets, developed in collaboration with David Collins, is an intelligent chord generator that simplifies Music composition by generating chords mathematically. This advanced tool is designed to assist musicians in creating unique chord progressions effortlessly. In this article, we will explore the various features and functionalities of Progressions and learn how to make the most of this powerful tool.

Getting Started with Progressions

To begin using Progressions, follow these steps:

1. Set up a MIDI Channel and an audio channel.
2. Add Progressions as a MIDI processor to the MIDI channel.
3. Connect Progressions to a synthesizer or instrument, such as Pure Synth Platinum.
4. Open Progressions and set your desired key and mode.
5. Generate chords by tapping the "Generate" button.

Setting Up MIDI Channels

To set up MIDI channels in Progressions, follow these steps:

1. Add a MIDI channel and an audio channel.
2. In the MIDI channel's audio unit MIDI processor, add Progressions.
3. Connect Progressions to the MIDI output of your desired instrument.

Creating Chords with Progressions

Progressions generates chords mathematically based on the key and mode you set. To create chords with Progressions, follow these steps:

1. Set the key and mode in the Progressions interface.
2. Adjust the freedom and complexity settings to control the chord variations.
3. Tap the "Generate" button to generate a set of chords.
4. Long press or tap to tweak and customize the individual chords.

Understanding Key and Mode

The key and mode settings in Progressions define the tonality and musical Scale for chord generation. Here's how to use these settings:

1. Select the desired key, such as C or A, by tapping the "Key" option.
2. Choose the mode, such as major or minor, by tapping the "Mode" option.

Generating Chords Mathematically

Progressions uses mathematical algorithms to generate chords based on the key and mode settings. Here's how the chord generation process works:

1. Set the key and mode.
2. Adjust the freedom and complexity settings to control chord variations.
3. Tap the "Generate" button to generate a set of chords.
4. Use the chord sequence generator to explore different chord progressions.
5. Tweak and customize the chords as desired.

Adjusting Freedom and Complexity

To create chord progressions with varying complexity and freedom, follow these steps:

1. Adjust the freedom setting to control how far the chords can deviate from the norm.
2. Set the complexity level to determine the complexity of the generated chords.
3. Experiment with different freedom and complexity settings to find the desired chord variations.

Adding Chords to the Song Mode

Progressions features a song mode that allows you to arrange and structure your chord progressions. Here's how to add chords to the song mode:

1. Switch to song mode by long pressing the desired section (intro, verse, pre-Chorus, etc.).
2. Select a chord from the chord palette and tap to add it to the song.
3. Customize the length, style, and other parameters for each section.
4. Use the conductor track to arrange and organize your song.

Editing Chords in the Song Mode

To edit and modify chords in the song mode, follow these steps:

1. Long press the desired chord in the song mode.
2. Edit the chord to your liking by selecting different notes or variations.
3. Save and update the chord progression in the song mode.

Syncing Instances and Styles

Progressions allows you to sync multiple instances and apply different chord styles to each instance. Here's how to do it:

1. Open the menu and select "Sync Instances."
2. Choose the desired sync option for pads, songs, or single instances.
3. Sync the instances to apply changes and ensure consistency across all instances.
4. Customize and modify individual instances as needed.

Using Multiple Instances of Progressions

You can have multiple instances of Progressions running simultaneously to create complex chord progressions. Here's how to do it:

1. Open additional instances of Progressions.
2. Assign different instruments or synths to each instance.
3. Sync the instances to create intricate and harmonious chord progressions.

Changing Chord Styles in Song Mode

In the song mode, you can change the chord styles for different sections of your song. Here's how to do it:

1. Select a section in the song mode (intro, verse, pre-chorus, etc.).
2. Tap the style option and choose the desired chord style.
3. Customize the chord variations and parameters for each section.

🎉 Congratulations! You have learned how to use Progressions to create unique and complex chord progressions. Explore different settings, experiment with variations, and unleash your creativity as you Compose music effortlessly.

Highlights:

• Progressions from Four Pockets is an intelligent chord generator that simplifies music composition.
• It uses mathematical algorithms to generate chords based on key and mode settings.
• Adjusti