Six sounds to draw with.

Piano

A warm grand-piano sound with a clear attack. Use it for the first line of a melody, or leave space between short strokes to hear individual notes ring out. The piano uses adapted Salamander Grand Piano recordings; see the sample credits.

Bass

A rounded foundation underneath your melody. Start with a low, simple line. A little bass can give a light piano or music-box sketch more weight without adding lots of notes.

Strings

A softer layer around the other instruments. Try a long curve alongside a short piano phrase, then listen to how the two textures sit together.

Drums

A way to add rhythm to a drawing. Begin with a few short strokes and leave gaps. You can add more once you hear where the pulse fits in your loop.

Guitar

A gently picked sound for a different kind of melody. Try the same shape with guitar and piano to hear how the instrument changes the character of a line.

Music box

A bright, delicate sound for small details. A few notes above a bass or strings layer can become the part you remember most.

Build a small arrangement

Choose a sound before drawing each new line. All six instruments follow the same four-bar progression. Start with two layers, listen, and add another only when the sketch needs it. Follow the first-melody guide, then save or export your favourite.