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Music Production Fundamentals

In the realm of creation, there exists a wondrous array of accessible instruments that empower musicians to weave their melodies from their own homes. The essence of this sacred journey is to acquaint you with the fundamental tools and spiritual techniques employed in the realm of electronic music production.

This odyssey assumes that you embark upon it with a humble heart, devoid of any prior acquaintance with the harmonies of musical technology. Fear not, for within this course, we shall guide you through the mystic knowledge required to initiate your divine calling.

All that is asked of you, dear pilgrim of music, is a modest proficiency in the art of musical expression and an unwavering aspiration to manifest your own symphonies. Remember, the act of music production is not a mere spectacle but a transformative pilgrimage. With every lesson, we shall present unto you assignments that shall set ablaze the embers of your creativity, enabling you to immerse yourself in the teachings.

Within this passage, you shall embark upon a spiritual exploration, a sojourn into the realms of assembling your divine production sanctuary, as you tread the path of completing rudimentary melodic endeavors. Each week, you shall actively partake in rituals, engaging in ethereal activities and engaging in conversations that shall guide you in crafting music upon the sacred altar of your computer.

By the culmination of this sojourn, you shall possess the gifts to:

Envision and plan a project in the realm of electronic music production.
Recognize the sacred artifacts of musical creation and their profound abilities.
Craft and arrange a sanctuary,
comprising an amalgamation of hardware and software instruments.
Summon captivating ethereal sounds through the invocation of software-based synthesizers and samplers.
Transcribe and refine the ethereal vibrations of the cosmos through the recording and editing of MIDI sequences.
Captivate the divine harmonies in the mortal realm through the recording and refining of celestial audio.
Harness an array of digital techniques, invoking the mysteries of sound manipulation and editing.
Conjure a symphony through the divine embrace of a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW).
Channel the forces of transcendence, infusing your divine symphony with the blessings of compression, EQ, chorus, delay, and reverb.
Prepare for distribution across platforms in a multitude of audio formats.

Level 1

In just 16 captivating hours, spread across four immersive weeks, you will delve into a world of infinite possibilities. The choice is yours - opt for the convenience of weekday or weekend sessions, allowing you to shape your schedule according to your desires and commitments.

Prerequisites:

To embark upon this sacred journey, students should possess:

A foundational understanding of the mystical realms of music theory. The ability to weave gentle melodies upon the keys of a keyboard.

Software Requirements:

Behold, the chosen DAW for our quest: Ableton Live 11. Though it is possible to tread this path with Live Standard, all teachings and materials shall be bestowed upon those who possess Ableton Live Suite. We beseech you to acquire the gift of the 90-day trial version of Live Suite, a gift for those venturing forth. Should you choose to embrace this trial, we counsel you to commence it upon the course's initiation, thus granting you access to this software throughout.

Hardware Requirements:

As you prepare for creation, equip yourself with the following:

MIDI keyboard controller
Microphone with XLR connection
Audio interface

Below are the minimum requirements to access the course environment and participate in Live Chats. Please make sure to also check the Prerequisites and Course-Specific Requirements section above, and ensure your computer meets or exceeds the minimum system requirements for all software needed for your course.

Mac Users

macOS High Sierra 10.13 or later

PC Users

Windows 10 or later

All Users

Latest version of Google Chrome
Zoom meeting software
Webcam
Speakers or headphones
External or internal microphone
Broadband Internet connection

Music Production Essential (1 Lesson)

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Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey that will unlock your hidden talents and unleash your true creative potential? Look no further, for my exclusive class is here to guide you towards greatness.

In just 16 captivating hours, spread across four immersive weeks, you will delve into a world of infinite possibilities. The choice is

Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey that will unlock your hidden talents and unleash your true creative potential? Look no further, for my exclusive class is here to guide you towards greatness.

In just 16 captivating hours, spread across four immersive weeks, you will delve into a world of infinite possibilities. The choice is yours - opt for the convenience of weekday or weekend sessions, allowing you to shape your schedule according to your desires and commitments.

Flexibility is key, as you can choose to participate in person, basking in the vibrant energy of a shared space. Alternatively, the virtual realm beckons, granting you the freedom to connect with fellow learners from the comfort of your own sanctuary. With options as versatile as your dreams, the power to create is in your hands.

Led by Mašøn Töryęn who have mastered their craft, this class transcends traditional boundaries. They will unravel the mysteries of his art, sharing their invaluable wisdom and nurturing your growth. Through engaging discussions, hands-on activities, and transformative exercises, you will cultivate your skills, step by step, in an atmosphere brimming with inspiration.

Whether you are a budding artist, an aspiring entrepreneur, or simply an individual yearning to explore your creative side, this class is tailored to meet your needs. You will embark on a voyage of self-discovery, gaining the tools and techniques necessary to manifest your vision into reality.

Enroll today and seize this opportunity to invest in yourself. Unleash the power within and witness the transformation unfold before your eyes. Your destiny awaits – are you ready to answer the call?

Syllabus

Lesson 1 Setting Up an Electronic Music Studio

So What’s a Producer?
The Music Production Process
Developing Musical Ideas
Audio Recording
Digital Audio Workstations and Sample Loops
Editing
Mixing
Mastering
Music Production Tools
Audio Interfaces: USB and Thunderbolt
Monitor Speakers and Microphones
MIDI Performance Controllers
Control Surfaces and Grid Controllers
Configurations, Connections, and Connectors
The Ableton Live Workspace
Software Instruments and Effects in Live
Effect Processing Tools
Music Production and Mixing in Ableton Live
Assignment 1.1: Desktop Production Project Plan and Toolset
Assignment 1.2: Designing Your Studio

Lesson 2 Sound and Signals

Sound Propagation
Properties of Sound: Pitch, Timbre, and Loudness
Analog Audio
Standard Operating Levels: Reference Levels
Analog Audio Connections
Audio Specifications and Fidelity
The Noise Floor and Signal to Noise Ratio
Frequency Bandwidth and Response
Distortion, Headroom, and Dynamic Range
Measuring Dynamic Range
Assignment 2: Sound and Signals

Lesson 3 MIDI Sequencing

Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI)
MIDI Messages
MIDI Sequencing in Ableton Live
Ableton Live’s Control Bar
Transport Functions and Location
The Song Position Display
Getting Ready to Record
Real-Time Recording
Metronome Settings
Viewing MIDI Recordings
Record Modes in Ableton Live
Assignment 2: MIDI Sequencing Project, Part 1

Lesson 4 MIDI Editing

What Makes an Expressive Musical Performance?
Editing MIDI Sequences
Tempo and Keys
Changing a Time Signature
Setting the Clip Length
MIDI Editing
Bars, Beats, and Subdivisions
Editing Note Length
Event-Level Editing
Quantization
Correcting Durations and Dynamics
Editing Pitch
Editing Song Form: Cut/Copy/Paste Operations
Ableton Live Editing Tools
Assignment 4: MIDI Editing Project, Part 2

Lesson 5 Working with Synthesizers

What's a Synthesizer?
Hardware: Integrated Instruments
Sound Modules
Subtractive Synthesizers
Samplers
Physical Modeling
FM Synthesis
Synthesizer Architecture: Generators and Processors
Properties of Sound: Pitch, Timbre, and Loudness
Software Instruments: Standalone, Plug-In, or DAW-Specific
Going Deeper with Digital Samplers
Software Samplers
Assignment 5: Electronic Orchestration

Lesson 6 Working with Time, Tempo, and Rhythm: Drum Programming, Pattern Devices, and Arpeggiators

Patterns in Music
Creating Drum Patterns
Defining a Rhythmic Feel
Groove Quantization
Creating Variations
Randomization and Chance
Drum Racks
Session View in Ableton Live
Clip Launching
Recording Clips into Arrangement View
Adding a hardware drum machine
Step Sequencers
Arpeggiators
Assignment 6: Rhythms and Patterns Project, Part 3

Lesson 7 Audio Recording

Digital Audio basics
Sample Rate
Resolution
File Types
Mass Storage Options
Digital Metering
Buffering and Latency
Microphones Types
Polar Patterns
Preamps and DI’s
Basic Mic Placement
Audio Interface Configuration
Monitoring During Recording
File Management
Assignment 7: Final Project MIDI Arrangement

Lesson 8 Audio Editing and Processing

Non-Destructive Editing
Defining Regions
Using Clips in Ableton Live’s Sampler Instrument
Launching Audio Clips in Ableton Live’s Session View
Editing a Song Form
Destructive Editing
Using DSP to Edit Audio
Using the Change Gain and Normalize Commands
Fade In/Out
Changing Tempo and Pitch
Assignment 8: Final Project Audio Recording

Lesson 9 Loops and Digital Audio Production Techniques

Making Audio Loops
Editing a Loop
Audio Tempo vs. Sequence Tempo
Audio Clip Warping
Matching Audio Loop Tempo to Sequence Tempo
Rendering MIDI Tracks to Audio
Beat Slicing
Strengthening a Weak Performance
Audio Quantization
Assignment 9: Final Project Loops, Audio Editing, and Processing

Lesson 10 Mixing and Audio Effects 1

Mixing in Ableton Live
Audio Routing in Mixing
Technical Issues in Mixing
Aesthetic Issues in Mixing
Effects Processing
EQ and Filters
Assignment 10: Final Project Mixing: Levels, Panning, and EQ

Lesson 11 Mixing and Audio Effects 2

Dynamics Processing
Typical Parameters of Dynamics Processors
The Compressors in Ableton Live
Types of Dynamics Processing
Limiting
Gating
Time-Based Effects
Delay Effects in Ableton Live
Doubling/Flanging/Chorus Effects
Reverb
Mixing and Automation
Assignment 11: Final Project Mixing: Dynamics, Reverb, and Automation

Lesson 12 Cloud Collaboration, Mastering, Music Distribution, and Course Wrap-up

Collaboration Via the Cloud
Mastering
Mastering Tools
Audio Distribution Formats
Audio File Compression Overview
Distributing Audio Files
Assignment 12: Final Project Mastering and Submission

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