Space

It’s a little cliche to say, but the distance and space between the notes matters just as much as what specific notes you choose. Miles Davis and Serge Koussevitzky both have quotes about this.

“Music is the space between the notes.” – Miles Davis

Giving a piece of music some space, taking some elements out, and letting the music breathe can add a lot to your music. It might add more than putting more elements into your music.

Even if it’s a small amount of space, it can add a lot.

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