Building a track from scratch

I’ve been diving deep into track arrangement lately, focusing on how to smoothly transition between sections. Last week in the studio, I tried a new approach by layering vocals and strings differently, which totally changed the vibe of the song. I’m curious how others approach their arrangements — any tips or techniques that have worked for you?

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