From Loop
to Full Track.
Electronic Arrangement Map
Turn your loop into a clear arrangement plan for your own track.
- Map the sections of your track
- Plan energy, layers and transitions
- Fill in your own one-page worksheet
A clearer way
to build your track.
See how an arrangement moves from section to section, then make a plan that fits your music.
- Explore an example. See how sections, energy and layers work together.
- Make it yours. Use the worksheet to map the sections and changes in your track.
- Work your way. Fill it on screen or print it and keep it beside your project.
Ready to map your track?
Example: your arrangement plan
One possible answer – adapt it to your track.
Read the filled example
Track idea: a warm hook returns after the break. Reference: a track with a spacious break.
Intro · 01–16 · energy 1 / 5. Playing: Atmosphere, percussion. Main change: Introduce the groove. In my DAW: Bring in percussion gradually.
Build · 17–32 · energy 3 / 5. Playing: Drums, bass, hook. Main change: Add bass and hook. In my DAW: Layer in the bass and melody.
Break · 33–48 · energy 2 / 5. Playing: Hook, atmosphere, transition sounds. Main change: Remove drums and bass. In my DAW: Mute the rhythm parts through the break.
Drop · 49–80 · energy 5 / 5. Playing: Drums, bass, hook. Main change: Bring the rhythm back. In my DAW: Return the drums and bass.
Outro · 81–96 · energy 1 / 5. Playing: Percussion, atmosphere. Main change: Strip back the layers. In my DAW: Fade out the hook and bass.
Energy sketch: 1, 3, 2, 5, 1. Next 30-minute action: place the section markers in my project.
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