Intermediate Ableton

This intensive two day course will cover everything to get you to the next stage in Ableton Live taking an in depth look at at Ableton sampling and synthesis, understanding compression and EQ.

All equipment is provided with each workstation will consist of an iMac running Reason, Evolution MIDI controller keyboard and Headphones.
Course tutor: Graham Ginty

Graham is a seasoned tutor, producer, promoter and DJ having been involved in almost every aspect of the NI music scene for over 10 years.
As one half of Funkasaurus Graham has DJed internationally and released a whole host of breakbeat, house and techno tracks on labels from as Italy, Spain and the US.
He has also been at the forefront of music education having delivered courses for schools, Further Education colleges and privately since 2003

To book a place on the course please go to our ‘book a course’ page. Please note that places are not confirmed until payment has been made in full. Be sure to read our terms and conditions before booking a place on any programme.

Course Content

• Sampling: an in depth look at Ableton’s sampler and how to use samples effectively

• Midi & Audio Envelopes: how to program and tweak envelopes to create variation in your track

• Ableton Synth Programming: a look at the Operator synth and how to create various sounds such as baselines, pads and leads

• EQ: how to effectively EQ any type of sound to give it maximum punch in the mix

• Compression: a look at the most misunderstood effect in production, when to use and how to use it properly

• Arranging your tracks: how to take loops and turn them into a finished track