This two-part online workshop will cover the basics of Ableton Live for the first-time user. Part one of this workshop will discuss what Ableton is and how it compares to other Digital Audio Workstations. Participants will be guided through the two main views in Ableton and the various workflows for different types of projects. Once familiar with the interface, participants will explore the instrument and effects plugins in Ableton and how to fine-tune them.
Part two of this workshop will provide a deeper look into production techniques and the basics of MIDI recording, drum programming, and sampling. This workshop will give participants the opportunity to embrace creativity in audio production by working from start to finish on a project. Finally, participants will learn the importance of arranging a work, mastering it, and mixing it down to files ready to be used in a project.
Course Outline
Session 1: Thursday January 13th, 6pm-8pm
Session 2: Thursday January 20th, 6pm-8pm
Materials
Mac or PC with headphones or speakers
Zoom account (Register here)
Ableton Live 90-day trial (Available here)