Ableton Live - free short course
Thursdays, 6pm to 8pm Thursday 6 April to Thursday 1 June
A free face-to-face course for all levels by Last Minute Productions who run StudioRCC at Redfern Community Centre.
What you will learn:
Week 1:
Introduction to Ableton Live
Overview of Ableton Live interface
Understanding the session view and arrangement view
Setting up audio and MIDI devices
Basic audio recording and editing techniques
Week 2:
Drum Programming and Sampling
Creating a beat with Ableton's drums instruments
Using samples and slicing
Warping audio to fit the tempo of your project
Week 3:
MIDI and Virtual Instruments
Introduction to MIDI sequencing
Using virtual instruments in Ableton Live
MIDI mapping and automating parameters
Week 4:
Audio Effects and Processing
Overview of Ableton Live's effects rack
Using audio effects to enhance your tracks
Using sidechain compression
Week 5:
Mixing and Mastering
Mixing techniques for a professional sounding project
Mastering your final mix
Exporting and sharing your final project
What you need to join course:
Download Ableton or free trial, laptop and headphones.