Your environment, Your pace, Your budget.
Music Production with Ableton Live
- 26 Sessions, approximately 6 month course. Payment plan options available, based on qualification.
*In-Studio. Other options include: Hybrid In-Studio Online based on availability, and the full MPAL course 1-v-1 at $6999.
MUSIC PRODUCTION WITH ABLETON LIVE
This course is the ideal starting point for new students, covering everything from the fundamentals of Music Production, Sound Design and Music Theory, to the advanced concepts of Mixing and Mastering - taught hands on in a professional studio. Music Production with Ableton Live will teach you how to embrace creativity, get your ideas on paper, create and polish unique sounds and combine those sounds into a professional finished product.
MUSIC PRODUCTION WITH ABLETON LIVE
This course is the ideal starting point for new students, covering everything from the fundamentals of Music Production, Sound Design and Music Theory, to the advanced concepts of Mixing and Mastering - taught hands on in a professional studio. Music Production with Ableton Live will teach you how to embrace creativity, get your ideas on paper, create and polish unique sounds and combine those sounds into a professional finished product.
THE SOFTWARE
Live Interface, Browser, Live Sets, Arrangement vs Session, Tracks, Audio + MIDI, Devices, Mixer, Presets + Racks, Groups, Routing, Automation, Signal Flow, Save + Export, Keyboard Shortcuts, + More
ARRANGEMENT + STRUCTURE
Arrangement, Intro, Verse, BuildUps, Chorus, Bridge, Breakdowns, Phrases, Drums, Bass, Keys, Plucks, Leads, Pads, Arpeggios, Sequences, Vocals, Effects, Transitional Elements, Energy Flow, Section Roles, + More
SOUND
Acoustic, Analog, Digital Audio, Phase, Frequency/Pitch, Amplitude/Volume, Waveshape/Timbre, Stereo Imaging, Energy Flow, Mono vs Stereo, Spatial Perception, + More
MUSIC THEORY + COMPOSITION
Rhythm, Notes, Scales, Harmony, Intervals, Chord Progressions, Inversions, Voicing, Parallel Harmony, Melody, Motif, Repeating Patterns, Structure, Song Form, Phrasing, Composition Techniques, + More
SAMPLING + GROOVE
Sampling, MIDI Clips, Transients, Timing, Groove Templates, Quantization, Velocity, Rhythm, Beat Feel, Slicing, Warping, Looping, + More
SOUND DESIGN
Sound Design, Synthesis Methods, Subtractive, Wavetable, FM, Additive, Harmonics, Oscillators, Filters, Filter Envelopes, LFO, Unison, ADSR, FX Processing, Bass, Leads, Pads, Chords, Plucks, Layout & Signal Flow, + More
CREATIVE|WORK → FLOW
Inspiration, Why We Make Music, Starting Ideas, Progressing Tracks, Finishing Songs, Creative Mindset, Organization, Keyboard Shortcuts, Reference Tracks, Project Management, Session Navigation, + More
MIX + MASTERING
3D Mix, Punch, Excitement, Routing, Busses, Volume, Panning, Balance, Compression, EQ, Ambience, Reverb, Delay, Dynamics, Automation, Loudness, Mono Bass, Mid/Side, Multiband, Stereo Tools, Mastering Process, Export Formats, + More
THE SOFTWARE
Live Interface, Browser, Live Sets, Arrangement vs Session, Tracks, Audio + MIDI, Devices, Mixer, Presets + Racks, Groups, Routing, Automation, Signal Flow, Save + Export, Keyboard Shortcuts, + More
ARRANGEMENT + STRUCTURE
Arrangement, Intro, Verse, BuildUps, Chorus, Bridge, Breakdowns, Phrases, Drums, Bass, Keys, Plucks, Leads, Pads, Arpeggios, Sequences, Vocals, Effects, Transitional Elements, Energy Flow, Section Roles, + More
SOUND
Acoustic, Analog, Digital Audio, Phase, Frequency/Pitch, Amplitude/Volume, Waveshape/Timbre, Stereo Imaging, Energy Flow, Mono vs Stereo, Spatial Perception, + More
MUSIC THEORY + COMPOSITION
Rhythm, Notes, Scales, Harmony, Intervals, Chord Progressions, Inversions, Voicing, Parallel Harmony, Melody, Motif, Repeating Patterns, Structure, Song Form, Phrasing, Composition Techniques, + More
SAMPLING + GROOVE
Sampling, MIDI Clips, Transients, Timing, Groove Templates, Quantization, Velocity, Rhythm, Beat Feel, Slicing, Warping, Looping, + More
SOUND DESIGN
Sound Design, Synthesis Methods, Subtractive, Wavetable, FM, Additive, Harmonics, Oscillators, Filters, Filter Envelopes, LFO, Unison, ADSR, FX Processing, Bass, Leads, Pads, Chords, Plucks, Layout & Signal Flow, + More
CREATIVE|WORK → FLOW
Inspiration, Why We Make Music, Starting Ideas, Progressing Tracks, Finishing Songs, Creative Mindset, Organization, Keyboard Shortcuts, Reference Tracks, Project Management, Session Navigation, + More
MIX + MASTERING
3D Mix, Punch, Excitement, Routing, Busses, Volume, Panning, Balance, Compression, EQ, Ambience, Reverb, Delay, Dynamics, Automation, Loudness, Mono Bass, Mid/Side, Multiband, Stereo Tools, Mastering Process, Export Formats, + More
IN SESSION 24/7
Utilizing tools like Discord, students and instructors are in constant communication - no question goes unanswered. With the Discord mobile app, class is in your pocket, in session 24/7.
STUDENT DISCOUNTS
SLDP partners with a long list of software and hardware manufacturers, offering up to 50% off for students. Ableton, Xfer (Serum), Fab Filter, Waves, Output, iZotope, Soundtoys, Sonnox + more.
FREE STUDIO TIME
Students can book the Kings Peak (Production) and Alta (DJ) Rooms free of charge outside of normal class time, allowing students to continue refining their skills in a professional studio environment.
READY TO TAKE YOUR SKILLS TO THE NEXT LEVEL?
Applying to attend SLDP is free and easy.
1
SUBMIT APPLICATION
Submit an application → SLDP.com/apply. An SLDP coordinator will reach out, discuss your application and schedule a tour / consultation.
2
TOUR THE STUDIO
Our space is your space. After completing the studio tour, we'll work with you to determine the best course for your current level of experience and your needs.
3
START PRODUCING
Class begins! At orientation, your instructor will provide information on student discounts, day to day operations and make a plan for success.
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