The Secret to Epic Music: Mastering Ostinatos

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When it comes to writing epic and cinematic music, there’s one secret technique that shows up again and again: the ostinato. From Hans Zimmer’s action strings to the pulse that drives countless film scores, ostinatos are the rhythmic engine behind that “bigger than life” sound.

In this video I’ll show you:
What an ostinato is and why it works so well in film & game scoring,
5 core ostinato patterns you can use right away in your compositions
How to build an effective ostinato in Studio One (step by step),
How to orchestrate, evolve, and avoid monotony,

Whether you’re a beginner learning how to compose orchestral music, or a producer looking to level up your cinematic scores, mastering ostinatos will instantly give your music drive, energy, and power.

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CHAPTERS

0:00 Intro
0:35 What’s an Ostinato (and why it works)
3:58 5 Core Patterns to Know
6:53 Compose One From Scratch (DAW demo)
16:30 Orchestrate & Evolve (avoid monotony)
24:38 Wrap-Up & Bonus Tips