Nerding For The Weekend: #01 JAWS, DANSE MACABRE, PIANODROP CROW HILL 2026-09-18 | Nerding For The Weekend: #01 JAWS, DANSE MACABRE, PIANODROP
Why Do Some Instruments TRANSPOSE (ARE THEY JUST LAZY???) The Crow Hill Company 2024-10-18 | In this video Christian ventures into the murky world of transposing instruments ranges and how to better prepare for working with these instrumentalists. He's created a blagsheet for us struggling composers which is absolutely free but needs you help to finish it and check its actually correct such is the minefield of the orchestral canon and its many instruments in different shapes and sizes.To grab a blagsheet go here: thecrowhillcompany.com/blagsheetsAND PLEASE help us snag the instruments one on our forum: (We'll be sure to credit everyone on the blagsheet for future generations to look on in thanks!)
The Fellowship Of The Ring Pull - Episode 001 The Crow Hill Company 2024-10-18 | Our first of a new series of livestreams where you get to take part in the conversation, share stories, and advice.If you want to appear login to our Googlemeet: meet.google.com/oer-wvvv-bieor ask questions anonymously here: https://app.sli.do/event/rrVC9fF4zRkzuc4GPndQsy/live/questions
THE PERFECT PROCESSING CHAIN FOR ANY PIANO The Crow Hill Company 2024-10-17 | PIANO RACKS: thecrowhillcompany.com/pianorack
HARMONIC DECONSTRUCTION - A New Sampling Technique??? The Crow Hill Company 2024-10-16 | In this video Christian goes into a rabbit hole with a dog bowl and two wine glasses, whilst also reviewing recent submissions on pianobook... Here's lots of links.To checkout CH's experiments download from our HUB a place to grab lots of stuff that we "bung up" for you to get hands on experience with... Scroll to code HUB_18 thecrowhillcompany.com/hub (EXS and WAVS, Kontakt etc to follow).Join us Thursday 17th October for ouyr first "Fellowship Of The Ring Pull" podcast, streaming live with a chance for you to take part...youtube.com/live/y7QjHu3DaFM?si=uN9SeBy2jospcWXhAsk questions (anonymously or other) here: google.com/url?q=app.sli.do/event/rrVC9fF4zRkzuc4GPndQsy&sa=D&source=editors&ust=1729104375612909&usg=AOvVaw0b8DBq_bcefi2jndAKZSx3...and if you're happy to appear in person here's a googlemeet: meet.google.com/oer-wvvv-bieWE NEED YOUR HELP... join in with a mega collaboration to keep pianobook/audioinc. alive! network.thecrowhillcompany.com/t/community-collab-sample-pack/773Join us for a TOWN HALL in LONDON 7th NOVEMBER RSVP: eventbrite.com/e/audioincubator-town-hall-tickets-1027143793737?aff=oddtdtcreatorLast but by no means least... 3 amazing instruments from hugely talented pianobook samplists:pianobook.co.uk/packs/woodland-grand-piano-demopianobook.co.uk/packs/kalim-babapianobook.co.uk/packs/some-pads-and-stuff...and many thanks to these talented people for their amazing demos.Ryan WeeksTomislav Erhard-PacovskiVasiliy Neretin
P. DIDDY - I Need To Apologise The Crow Hill Company 2024-10-10 | In this video Christian discusses the latest example of spectacular, almost industrial-grade coercive control at the hands of Gate Keeper P.Diddy. And apologises for not creating the forum soon enough in which we can all discuss issues like this that are the blight of the entertainment industry.Tune into the first "Fellowship Of The Ring Pull" and be part of the conversation next Thursday 17th October at 19.00 BST: youtube.com/live/y7QjHu3DaFM?feature=shareAdvert at top of video is for our new "RACKS" range: thecrowhillcompany.com/pianorack
NEW COMPOSER CHALLENGE - Details in Description Below The Crow Hill Company 2024-10-07 | Composer Challenge Details: thecrowhillcompany.com/composing-challenge/?utm_campaign=Linktree+Composing+Challenges
NEW Vaults Composer Challenge - Guest Artist Lewis McLaughlin - Crow Hill News The Crow Hill Company 2024-10-03 | Sit down with Christian for your monthly Crow Hill catch-up. We have a new Vaults Composer Challenge to announce, as well as telling you all about the new app Crow, along with other Crow Hill news!This month's guest artist is Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis McLaughlin. Similar to Crow Hill, Lewis also hails from Edinburgh. He shares his musical journey, from performing in Edinburgh pubs to playing at Glastonbury, discussing his creative process and how he connects with fans.Crow Hill App Link: thecrowhillcompany.com/crow-hill-appJoin Mailing List: thecrowhillcompany.com/my-accountVAULTS: thecrowhillcompany.com/vaultsComposing Challenge: thecrowhillcompany.com/composing-challengeAudio Inc. Event: https://shorturl.at/frULHLearn More About Lewis at: https://linktr.ee/Lewismclaughlin
FREE SAMPLES FOR LIFE!!! The Crow Hill Company 2024-10-02 | After a 6 month hiatus, 23 people working long hours to deliver the VAULTS experience we have been waiting for. VAULTS AT LAST COMES OUT OF BETA. In this video members of the team talk about the new experience that will be vaults including our all new APP... Lets get this show back on the road!!!
PIANORACK - The perfect processing chain for any piano! The Crow Hill Company 2024-09-27 | A new approach to signal processing to bring your sounds firmly into the zeitgeist. Instead of single dynamics, modulating and shaping plugins. We have created an entire rack of processing stages designed specifically, but not exclusively for pianos. Use with any audio or any software instrument from any manufacturer to instantly achieve that A-list producer sound without the faff. (Also works great on plucked sounds, guitars, harps, and tuned percussion).
RACKS - A New Approach To Audio Plugins The Crow Hill Company 2024-09-26 | In this video we introduce a new way of thinking about effects and processing plugins by introducing "RACKS" with our first outing being "PIANORACK" the perfect signal path for modern inspiring and creative piano sounds.Find out more here: thecrowhillcompany.com/pianorackAlso check out the new price point for the recently refurbished vertical piano: thecrowhillcompany.com/the-vertical-pianoDetails about a goodwill gesture for existing users should be found there too.Find out more about our free Vaults range here: thecrowhillcompany.com/vaults-free-plugin
What Next For PIANOBOOK??? The Crow Hill Company 2024-09-23 | So here we go... please please please send us your audio, and some footage of you making it.... (we should probably think of a prize!!!)Deets are at the blog of our new home here:audioincubator.com/2024/09/lets-make-this-together...and let us know what you think of the name.audioincubator.comJoin us for a town hall on the 7th November (it'll be in the evening in London)... if you can attend in person please RSVP here: eventbrite.com/e/audioincubator-town-hall-tickets-1027143793737?aff=oddtdtcreator
Secret SPRING REVERB Hack (shhhh dont tell) The Crow Hill Company 2024-09-22 | In this video Christian delves into the somewhat inconsitently priced world of Srping Reverbs and shows us how you can get sprung for less than 50 bucks (don't leave the room with these connected though).Stuff Henson used in this video:Drums and synth from Crow Hill's free range: thecrowhillcompany.com/vaults-free-pluginBenidub spring amp: benidub.comSpring tanks: hotroxuk.com/amplifier-parts-service-equipment-294-0/reverb-tanks-accutronics-belton.html?srsltid=AfmBOoo1cVPZLG2dPvbxq4ixU1XFr443e8Ab1kTboBwKn0UpqZAIHAa2Get great logic tips from SEIDS!: youtube.com/@SEIDS_The imperial electronic sample library advertised at the top of this video: thecrowhillcompany.com/imperial-electric-piano
Studio Tour 2024 - The Crow Hill Company The Crow Hill Company 2024-09-16 | #tour #studio #studiotour
I dont need anymore Hans Zimmers The Crow Hill Company 2024-09-15 | Interview with Russell Emanuel, co-founder of @extremeallaccess and @BleedingFingersMusic with @HansZimmer
Introducing - THE IMPERIAL ELECTRIC PIANO The Crow Hill Company 2024-09-12 | The first in a new range for us we affectionately call "FILTH" where we bring all of the beauty things and people we have gathered here in our sonic commune in Edinburgh to marry beauty and squalor. In this first instalment Christian does a Dr Frankenstein with his extensive Electric Piano collection. Create a peachy monster!If you want more info or want to grab it go here: thecrowhillcompany.com/imperial-electric-piano
3 AMAZING FREE Sample Packs The Crow Hill Company 2024-09-11 | Join the biggest peer-to-peer sound-sharing community on the net today:3 amazing submissions:pianobook.co.uk/packs/childhood-memoriespianobook.co.uk/packs/texturespianobook.co.uk/packs/les-paul-harmonics4 incredible tracks:soundcloud.com/wordsshiftminds/atacama-fogsoundcloud.com/user-204985922/homesoundcloud.com/tepacovski/raindropssoundcloud.com/diffo/point-nemo
AN ANNOUNCEMENT The Crow Hill Company 2024-09-06 | Join the convo here: network.thecrowhillcompany.com or in the comments below. C x For those of you who haven't experienced this wonderful project go here: pianobook.co.uk
READ DESCRIPTION FOR INFO The Crow Hill Company 2024-09-06 | We're on the lookout for a graphic designer to join our rapidly growing music tech start-up based in Edinburgh. Working closely with our small creative team, including media composers, videographers, musicians and producers, to create compelling visuals that fit our brand identity. We exist to make tools and resources that support, build and nurture the music-making community. From free plug-ins all the way through to premium professional-grade libraries. For more details, please contact - careers@thecrowhillcompany.com
Whats Happened To The Studio?? + A NEW Crow Hill Vacancy!! The Crow Hill Company 2024-09-04 | It's been busy at the Crow Hill HQ! In this video, Christian takes you on a deep dive tour. Going into each room, you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at how we do things at Crow Hill, from video production all the way through to the collection of gear we use to create mental sounds, and announces an exciting new job opportunity!!To express interest in the job opportunity, please email - careers@thecrowhillcompany.com Crow Hill Website - thecrowhillcompany.comCrow Hill Links - https://linktr.ee/thecrowhillcompanyLasest Intrument Nocturnal Gestures - thecrowhillcompany.com/nocturnal-gestures
Entice your listeners into the shadows... The Crow Hill Company 2024-09-03 | Nocturnal Gestures: thecrowhillcompany.com/nocturnal-gestures
Announcing Competition Winners + Guest Artist Tom Campbell Trio The Crow Hill Company 2024-08-29 | This month's podcast is a truly special one! We are excited to announce the winners of the Composer Competitions. The talent and incredible submissions we received have truly blown us away. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all who entered. Additionally, there's some exciting Crow Hill news to catch up on, along with a live performance and insights about traditional music from the Tom Campbell Trio!Learn more about Tom Campbell Trio here: tomcampbelltrio.comBuy their NEW EP here: tomcampbelltrio.bandcamp.com/album/tom-campbell-trioLearn more about Alice Allen and updates on her projects here: instagram.com/alice_in_cello_landLearn more about Clockwork Sessions here: clockworksessions.comLast days to get Concussion Drums for £70 off, along with the FREE Key FX plug-in: thecrowhillcompany.com/concussion-drums
Introducing KEY FX... The Crow Hill Company 2024-08-27 | Going down the rabbit hole into our new multi-effect plugin. We have extracted 'Key FX' from Crow Hill instruments, such as Demon Drops, Circuit Drums, and Concussion. We thought this feature was being wasted only on percussion instruments, so we have made it available to use on anything! Working in Cubase, Christian has fun exploring this performance-led plugin, showcasing the many functions, controls, and effects of Glitch, Distort, and Freeze.NOTE: This is currently only available to those who already own Concussion Drums or those who purchase Concussion Drums before September 1st.Download the Key FX manual here: thecrowhillcompany.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/KEYFX_USER_Manual_v0.01.pdfLast chance to get Concussion Drums at INTRO price and a FREE copy of Key FX!! Find out more about Concussion Drums here: thecrowhillcompany.com/concussion-drums
Is the CEO of Extreme Music and Bleeding Fingers worried about AI? The Crow Hill Company 2024-08-27 | #composer #composers #ai #music #musicproduction
The Gloaming by Theo Le Derf using the New Nocturnal Gestures. The Crow Hill Company 2024-08-26 | Beguiling wood and brass chorales from the zeitgeist that live and breathe. Made for composers, by composers.Click the link to purchase and learn more: thecrowhillcompany.com/nocturnal-gestures
This might change your view of music in TV and film... The Crow Hill Company 2024-08-25 | #composer #composers #musicproduction #music
The Biggest DRUM Sound Of All Time??? (wot I made) The Crow Hill Company 2024-08-23 | What Christian fails to mention in this video was it was a Taylor Swift concert that inspired this new approach to drum design. In this video Christian demonstrates that loose isn't just good... Its effing epic. To download your free presets or indeed check out Crow Hill's Concussion Drums for yourself here's where you need to go... thecrowhillcompany.com/concussion-drums (scroll down)
Whats the new brief for composing library music? - CEO of Extreme Music The Crow Hill Company 2024-08-23 | #composer #composers #music #musicproduction
NOCTURNE by Christian Henson using the NEW Instrument Nocturnal Gestures. The Crow Hill Company 2024-08-22 | Click the link in the bio to purchase or learn more: thecrowhillcompany.com/nocturnal-gestures
This HAS To Be My Favourite Brass Library EVER… The Crow Hill Company 2024-08-20 | In this video, Christian ventures into the shadows with an all-new brass and woodwind palette that oozes zeitgeist in the shape of dark film noirish chorales. Featuring an unusual mixture of instruments, Christian discusses the different ways to use “gestures”, and how the team is evolving the concept and takes us through how he composed the trailer music.For more info on Nocturnal Gestures go here: thecrowhillcompany.com/nocturnal-gesturesFancy leafing through the user manual go here: thecrowhillcompany.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Crow-Hill-Nocturnal-Gestures-Manual.pdfWanna find out more about modes check out our video here: youtu.be/saJwxwn8-WI
One of the most notable folk guitarists in the UK acoustic music scene, Jenn Butterworth. The Crow Hill Company 2024-08-16 | ...
PRODUCTION MUSIC - Definitive Guide To Success The Crow Hill Company 2024-08-14 | Thanks so much to Russell, CEO of @extremeallaccess ( extrememusic.com ) for your words of wisdom. Any of you viewers had recent experiences of creating and earning from Library / Production music? Please share below.Drum library advertised at beginning of this video: thecrowhillcompany.com/concussion-drums
WIN a recording session with an Orchestra!! 🏆 The Crow Hill Company 2024-08-14 | To celebrate our latest release, Concussion Drums, we’re currently running a composer challenge with some incredible prizes! What’s the challenge? To rescore the Concussion trailer!The winning entry will win a half-hour recording session with an orchestra performing your music (which we will help orchestrate and copy) at Clockwork Studios in Glasgow.Two runners-up will win EVERY Crow Hill product we release in the next 12 months!For more information, please visit the link in the bio and click the Composer Challenge button in the list.
Delays, Reverbs, Glitches and many more via the Keyboard. The Crow Hill Company 2024-08-09 | CONCUSSION Drums: thecrowhillcompany.com/concussion-drums
Los Angeles or BUST??? The Crow Hill Company 2024-08-09 | To move or not to move, that is the question for people wanting to forge a career in music to picture. Surely in this age of zoom meets and hyper fast upload speeds geography is no longer a consideration... Or is it? Christian Henson puts this (old fashioned?) idea through it's paces. What do you think. Old hat or still a must-do?
Presets created by Andy Gray and Snakes of Russia are available to download! The Crow Hill Company 2024-08-07 | Concussion Drums: thecrowhillcompany.com/concussion-drums
BIG FXXCK-OFF DRUMS !! - Crow Hill CONCUSSION DRUMS - Link in Description. The Crow Hill Company 2024-08-06 | Buy or learn more about CONCUSSION DRUMS: thecrowhillcompany.com/concussion-drums
The SECRET Weapon to Wide Screen Drums! The Crow Hill Company 2024-08-04 | CONCUSSION Drums: thecrowhillcompany.com/concussion-drums
What do PVC pipes sound like??? The Crow Hill Company 2024-08-02 | Buy or learn more about Concussion: thecrowhillcompany.com/concussion-drums
Trailer Music MASTERCLASS + COMPETITION!!! The Crow Hill Company 2024-08-02 | Trailer Music MASTERCLASS + COMPETITIONIn this video Christian takes you through how he made a dynamic trailer track and why there's nothing to fear in pitching the unexpected.(Henson would also like to take this opportunity to apologise to fellow patrons at the Haymarket Hotel for the early morning impromptu laptop-based drum workshop)Libraries Christian used: CONCUSSION DRUMS: thecrowhillcompany.com/concussion-drumsVERTICAL PIANO: thecrowhillcompany.com/the-vertical-pianoDOT ALLISON - DULCET VOICE: thecrowhillcompany.com/dot-allison-dulcet-voiceTo celebrate Crow Hill's first "workhorse" library we're also doing an amazing competition. Where first prize is the opportunity to work with a big orchestra (sessions will be in September/October date TBC in Glasgow Scotland. Remote session fully supported and if you can make in person also very much welcome). Simply download the (mute) trailer and follow the instructions below to submit your version. You don't need to own Concussion nor any of our other libraries.Download the trailer here: thecrowhillcompany.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Concussion_Trailer_Final_NoAudio.movTo submit your entry, either email us at demos@thecrowhillcompany.comor on our forum here: network.thecrowhillcompany.com/t/composer-challenge-amazing-prizes/506For full instructions plus T&Cs visit thecrowhillcompany.com/composing-challenge
First-of-its kind ... The Crow Hill Company 2024-07-31 | CONCUSSION Drums: thecrowhillcompany.com/concussion-drums
CONCUSSION - All the Drums, Flams, Ruffs & Rolls The Crow Hill Company 2024-07-30 | In this video Theo delivers what a lot of you have been asking for - a comprehensive playthrough of the encyclopaedic collection of drum ensembles articulations we have assembled into our function-rich drum playground “Concussion”. For more info and to download Concussion Drums go here: thecrowhillcompany.com/concussion-drums and make sure you download your FREE artists preset packs here thecrowhillcompany.com/concussion-drums
A NEW approach on Drum Libraries ... The Crow Hill Company 2024-07-27 | Watch the full Walkthrough video by clicking the link Learn more or buy: thecrowhillcompany.com/concussion-drums
Jenn Butterworth Performance + UNBOXING!!! The Crow Hill Company 2024-07-26 | Another month, another podcast, enjoy a special performance and chat with the incredible Jenn Butterworth, one of the most notable folk guitarists in the UK acoustic music scene. Get some Crow Hill news updates and an unboxing of the new Ghost Note Audio 'Conductor Mark II'. Could this be the ultimate orchestral Midi Control out there?? Learn more about Jenn and her work - jennbutterworth.co.uk The Crow Hill Network - network.thecrowhillcompany.comThe Crow Hill Linktr.ee - https://linktr.ee/thecrowhillcompany?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=06222e3e-1bfb-4351-8d6f-7889716384f4 Ghost Note Audio 'Conductor Mark II' - ghostnoteaudio.uk/products/conductor
BOOM youre ready to Drum! The Crow Hill Company 2024-07-26 | Click the link to learn more or buy: thecrowhillcompany.com/concussion-drums
Share Your Presets & Download Exclusive Ones from Snakes of Russia and Andy Gray! The Crow Hill Company 2024-07-24 | Click to learn more or buy now: thecrowhillcompany.com/concussion-drums
