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Welcome to the ultimate Ableton Live 11 course. If you've been struggling with the overwhelming features of Ableton Live or sifting through countless TikTok and YouTube tutorials, then this course is for you. With the guidance of Craig Lowe, a music production lecturer from top London universities, you'll become an advanced Ableton Live 11 user in no time.

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Welcome to the ultimate Ableton Live 11 course. If you've been struggling with the overwhelming features of Ableton Live or sifting through countless TikTok and YouTube tutorials, then this course is for you. With the guidance of Craig Lowe, a music production lecturer from top London universities, you'll become an advanced Ableton Live 11 user in no time.

This comprehensive course covers every aspect of music production, from technical basics to creative techniques. With a focus on hands-on learning and real-world applications, you'll gain the skills and knowledge needed to produce, record, and perform your own music.

Why choose this course:

Unlike many other courses, our video lessons were recorded in a professional music studio, providing a unique and immersive Ableton Live 11 tutorial experience with your teacher Craig. With over 140 university-level lectures and 15+ hours of tuition, our content is organized into mostly bite-sized videos for easy navigation, offering outstanding value. We've also invited a professional singer to participate in our Vocals section of the course, giving you the opportunity to learn from a seasoned pro.

Course contents:

As a music production expert who understands the struggles students face when learning Ableton Live, Craig covers everything you need to know in this course, including which Ableton Live version to use, initial setup, recording and editing techniques, all audio effects and software instruments, writing and recording your own tracks, vocals recording and mixing, and how to master to a professional standard ready for release.

Don't miss this chance to take your music production skills to the next level. Enrol now and experience a unique and real-time Ableton Live 11 tutorial. See you in class.

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What's inside

Learning objectives

  • You will feel confident and stress-free navigating though ableton live 11, choosing the particular features to use for your music
  • You will learn to create professional quality electronic music that you can be proud of
  • Learn basic songwriting skills and record vocals (we have an amazing tutorial with the invited singer)
  • Discover why ableton live is the best daw
  • Choose your perfect ableton live version
  • Setup your audio interface, midi controller and microphone
  • Learn ableton's most important features and functions
  • Learn how program, edit and record midi
  • Learn ableton's synths
  • Learn how to record, warp and edit audio
  • Learn ableton's audio and midi effects
  • Get workflow with tips and top shortcuts
  • Learn the basics of mixing and mastering
  • Improve your music production skills
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Syllabus

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An Introduction to The Course
Set Up And Installation
Ableton Live 11 Set Up and Installation
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System Requirements
Which Version of Ableton Live to Buy
Download and Install Your Chosen Version of Ableton
How to Get Ableton Live for Free
Connections
Initial Audio/MIDI Preferences Set Up
Preferences Overview
Initial Interface Overview
Installing VSTs in Ableton Live
Saving in Ableton Live
Installing Packs
Interface Overview
An Introduction to Interface Overview
Session and Arrange Views
Transport Controls
Launch Modes
Clips and Scenes
Warping
Tracks
Track Controls
Sends and Returns
Drop Down Menu
Arrange View
MIDI
What is MIDI?
Drawing in MIDI
Programming MIDI in Arrange View
Recording MIDI in Session View
Recording MIDI in Arrange View
Detailed Clip Overview
Groove Pool
Mapping
Instruments
Analog
Collision
Drum Rack
Electric
External Instrument
Impulse
Instrument Rack
Operator
Simpler
Sampler
Saving Sampler
Tension
Wavetable
Learn Any Synth and Basic Sound Design
MIDI Effects
Chords
MIDI Effects Rack
Note Length
Pitch
Random
Scale
Velocity
Recording Audio
Audio Preferences
Gain Staging
Set Up
Direct Monitoring
Recording Audio in Session View
Editing Timing with Warp
Recording Audio in Arrange View
Editing Audio
Linked Tracks
Punch In
Audio Effects
Audio Effects in Ableton Live 11
Beat Repeat
Delay
Echo
Filter Delay
Grain Delay
Looper
Spectral Time
Amp
Cabinet
Drum Bus
Dynamic Tube
Erosion
Overdrive
Pedal
Redux
Saturator
Vinyl Distortion
Understanding Compression
Compressor
Gate
Glue Compressor
Limiter
Multiband Dynamics
Auto Filter
Channel EQ
Understanding EQ
EQ Eight
EQ Three

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Organize Your Course Materials
Organizing your course materials will help you stay on top of the material and make it easier to review later.
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  • Create folders for each module or topic
  • Save lecture notes, assignments, and other materials in the appropriate folders
  • Review your materials regularly
Join an Ableton Live User Group
Joining an Ableton Live user group will allow you to connect with other users, share knowledge, and get feedback on your work.
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  • Find an Ableton Live user group in your area or online
  • Attend meetings and participate in discussions
  • Share your own projects and get feedback
Review Calculus
Reviewing Calculus will help you recall various techniques and formulas that will be used extensively throughout this course.
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  • Review your lecture notes and textbooks
  • Complete practice problems
  • Take a practice quiz
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Follow Tutorials on Advanced Ableton Live Techniques
Following tutorials on advanced Ableton Live techniques will expose you to new workflows and inspire you to think outside the box.
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  • Search for tutorials on specific topics
  • Watch the tutorials and take notes
  • Experiment with the techniques in your own projects
Create a MIDI Composition
Creating a MIDI composition will allow you to practice using Ableton Live's MIDI features and explore your creativity.
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  • Choose a genre and tempo
  • Create a drum pattern
  • Add melodic elements
  • Experiment with different effects and plugins
Attend an Ableton Live Workshop
Attending an Ableton Live workshop will give you the opportunity to learn from experienced producers and ask questions in a structured environment.
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  • Research and find an Ableton Live workshop
  • Register for the workshop
  • Attend the workshop and take notes
  • Implement what you learned in your own projects
Practice Mixing and Mastering Techniques
Practicing mixing and mastering techniques will help you develop your critical listening skills and improve the overall quality of your productions.
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  • Download multi-track audio files
  • Use Ableton Live's mixing and mastering tools
  • Compare your mix to professional tracks
  • Seek feedback from other producers
Produce an Original Electronic Music Track
Producing an original electronic music track will allow you to apply all the skills and knowledge you have gained throughout this course.
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  • Choose a concept and genre
  • Create a basic structure
  • Add layers of instrumentation
  • Mix and master your track

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