Drum Programming Masterclass, Part 2: Samplers & Sequencing from Udemy

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This is a class designed for music producers who are ready to get serious about drum programming. The art of programming drums on a MIDI grid, in drum machines, or with audio files can be tricky to master but when you finish this class, your tracks will have the extra energy that comes from professional drum tracks.

Dr. Allen is a professional musician, top-rated Udemy instructor, and university professor. In 2017 the Star Tribune featured him as a "Mover and a Shaker," and he is recognized by the Grammy Foundation for his music education classes.

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I'll be using Ableton Live and some Logic in this course, but it will be easy to following along on whatever program you are most comfortable with. We will start the class off with an explanation of working with samplers and working on the MIDI grid. Then we will learn to adapt that pattern to work for a number of different styles, including Drum and Bass, Trap, and Dubstep.

) different classes that together make the complete sequence. This is Part 2.

Also in the class, we will be doing a number of analysis projects. That just means we will load up some tracks, and re-construct the beat in the track. Doing this will help us to see how those beats are built and guide us in making our own beats.

Topics include:

Tools of the trade
Where to find good, free, samples (My favorite sites. )
Tools of the trade
Why work with samplers?
How samplers work
The classic hardware samplers: The Roland 808
Note On, Note Off Issues
Velocity
Drum and Bass patterns
"Playing It In"
Quantization Settings
Controllers
Recording Controllers
Using Ableton's Groove Settings
Dubstep Patterns
Using Effects in a Drum Pattern
Filtering
Delay Effects
Reversed Sounds
Pitch Shifting
Elements of Trap
Programming Trap Beats
Dynamic Effects
Ghost Notes
Noise Risers
Humanism
... And much more.

Analysis Tracks:

John B: Up All Night
Sub Focus: X-Ray
Konflict: The Beckoning
Skrillex: Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites
Flux Pavillion: I Can't Stop
Gent and Jawns: Turn Up
Bro Safari: The Drop

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All the tools you need to produce great drum tracks are included in this course and the entire course is based on real-life experiences - not just academic theory.

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⇢ "It seems like every little detail is being covered in an extremely simple fashion. The learning process becomes relaxed and allows complex concepts to get absorbed easily. My only regret is not taking this course earlier." - M. Shah

⇢ "Great for everyone without any knowledge so far. I bought all three parts... It's the best investment in leveling up my skills so far.." - Z. Palce

⇢ "Excellent explanations. No more or less than what is needed." - A. Tóth

⇢ "VERY COOL. I've waited for years to see a good video course, now I don't have to wait anymore. Thank You. " - Jeffrey Koury

⇢ "I am learning LOTS. And I really like having the worksheets. " - A. Deichsel

⇢ "The basics explained very clearly - loads of really useful tips. " - J. Pook

⇢ "Jason is really quick and great with questions, always a great resource for an online class. " M. Smith

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Learning objectives

At the completion of this class, students will understand and be able to use basic beat patterns and build unique and progressive beats.
The 6 keys to understanding meter and pulse
The keys to making solid drum and bass drum patterns.
The keys to making bangin dubstep drum patterns.
The keys to making tight trap drum patterns.

The 3 most important elements of the drum pattern
The 5 keys to a drum groove with "feel"
The most important elements to the "basic pattern"
The top 5 reasons to add "swing" to your patterns

At the completion of this class, students will understand and be able to use basic beat patterns and build unique and progressive beats.
The 6 keys to understanding meter and pulse
The keys to making solid drum and bass drum patterns.
The keys to making bangin dubstep drum patterns.
The keys to making tight trap drum patterns.
The 3 most important elements of the drum pattern
The 5 keys to a drum groove with "feel"
The most important elements to the "basic pattern"
The top 5 reasons to add "swing" to your patterns

Syllabus

Introduction

Welcome & Introduction

About Me

Tools (I'm going to be using Ableton Live, but any audio program will work!)

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what should give you pause

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Explores samplers and MIDI grids, which are essential tools for modern music production, especially in electronic genres

Features analysis projects where learners reconstruct beats from existing tracks, providing practical experience in beat-making techniques

Covers drum programming for various genres like Drum and Bass, Trap, and Dubstep, catering to producers interested in these styles

Uses Ableton Live and Logic Pro X, but is adaptable to other audio programs, making it accessible to users of different DAWs

Requires learners to have completed Part 1, which may pose a barrier to entry for some learners

Includes topics like quantization settings and controller recording, which are useful for refining drum patterns and adding human feel

Reviews summary

Practical drum programming samplers & sequencing

According to selected praise shared for the instructor's courses, learners find that every little detail is covered in an extremely simple fashion, allowing complex concepts to get absorbed easily. Students say the course offers excellent explanations and provides useful tips, making it great for everyone without any knowledge. The instructor is really quick and great with questions, making him a great resource. The course seems to offer significant value for learners looking to level up their skills in drum programming.

Instructor is quick and helpful with questions.

"Jason is really quick and great with questions, always a great resource for an online class."

Course is suitable even without prior knowledge.

"Great for everyone without any knowledge so far."

"The basics explained very clearly..."

Helps level up skills with practical content.

"It's the best investment in leveling up my skills so far.."

"I am learning LOTS."

"...loads of really useful tips."

"I really like having the worksheets."

Concepts are explained simply and clearly.

"It seems like every little detail is being covered in an extremely simple fashion."

"The learning process becomes relaxed and allows complex concepts to get absorbed easily."

"Excellent explanations. No more or less than what is needed."

"The basics explained very clearly - loads of really useful tips."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Drum Programming Masterclass, Part 2: Samplers & Sequencing with these activities:

Review Rhythm Notation

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Strengthen your understanding of rhythm notation to better follow along with the course's beat analysis and pattern creation sections.

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Review basic note values (whole, half, quarter, eighth, sixteenth).
Practice counting rhythms with different time signatures.
Transcribe simple drum patterns from sheet music or online resources.

Read 'The Art of Electronic Music'

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Gain a broader understanding of the history and context of electronic music to better appreciate the techniques taught in the course.

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Read the book, focusing on sections related to drum machines, samplers, and sequencing.
Take notes on key concepts and artists mentioned in the book.
Relate the book's content to the specific techniques and genres covered in the course.

Recreate Drum Patterns

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Improve your drum programming skills by recreating patterns from popular tracks, reinforcing the analysis techniques taught in the course.

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Choose a song from the course's analysis tracks or another similar track.
Analyze the drum pattern, identifying the key elements and rhythms.
Recreate the pattern in your DAW using samplers and sequencers.
Compare your recreation to the original, making adjustments as needed.

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Curate a Sample Library

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Build a personalized sample library to enhance your drum programming workflow and provide a source of inspiration.

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Gather free drum samples from online resources.
Organize the samples into categories based on genre, sound type, or other criteria.
Edit and process the samples to create your own unique sounds.
Regularly update your sample library with new sounds.

Read 'Sampling Basics'

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Deepen your understanding of sampling techniques to create more interesting and unique drum sounds.

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Read the book, focusing on sections related to drum sampling, sound design, and effects processing.
Experiment with the techniques described in the book using your own samples.
Incorporate these techniques into your drum programming workflow.

Create a Drum Pattern Tutorial

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Solidify your understanding of drum programming by creating a tutorial explaining a specific technique or genre covered in the course.

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Choose a specific drum programming technique or genre to focus on.
Plan the structure of your tutorial, including an introduction, explanation, and demonstration.
Record a video or write a blog post explaining the technique or genre.
Share your tutorial online and gather feedback from other musicians.

Produce a Track with Custom Drum Patterns

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Apply the skills learned in the course by producing a complete track featuring your own custom drum patterns.

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Choose a genre and create a basic musical idea (melody, chords, etc.).
Program a custom drum pattern that complements your musical idea.
Arrange and mix the track, paying attention to the dynamics and effects of the drums.
Master the track and share it online.

Career center

Learners who complete Drum Programming Masterclass, Part 2: Samplers & Sequencing will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Music Producer

A music producer shapes the sound of a song or album, and a strong foundation in drum programming is essential. This course gives you the ability to create professional drum tracks across various genres like Drum and Bass, Trap, and Dubstep. The course’s lessons on samplers, MIDI grids, and beat analysis directly translate to a music producer's toolkit, enabling them to craft unique and energetic rhythm tracks. This course also covers effects like filtering, delay, and pitch shifting which are all crucial for a music producer to master. The course provides essential skills for any producer wanting to refine their work.

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Electronic Musician

An electronic musician creates music using electronic instruments and software. The drum programming skills that are taught in this course are highly appropriate for an electronic musician. This course teaches electronic musicians how to program compelling drum parts that enhance and energize their music. The detailed lessons on samplers, MIDI grids, and various electronic genres contribute to the skill set necessary for a modern electronic musician. Furthermore, the lessons on dynamic effects, ghost notes, and noise risers will further improve the quality of the music. This course goes into detail on all the important topics needed for electronic music drum programming.

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Beat Maker

A beat maker specializes in creating rhythmic foundations for music, and this course is a great place to hone beat making chops. The course material dives deep into the use of samplers, MIDI grids, and drum machine interfaces which are essential tools for a beat maker. The course’s detailed exploration of beat patterns across the Drum and Bass, Trap, and Dubstep genres ensures a beat maker is versatile and adaptable. Furthermore, the class's inclusion of effects, such as delay and pitch shifting, combined with dynamic effects like ghost notes, gives a beat maker all they need to produce professional-sounding beats. This course offers a comprehensive roadmap for beat makers.

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Remixer

A remixer takes existing music and recreates it, often with new and original elements. This course provides a suitable foundation for any aspiring remixer looking to understand complex drum rhythms. An understanding of working with samplers, MIDI grids, and audio files is very helpful for a remixer. The course's focus on analyzing existing tracks and reconstructing their beats aligns with the core tasks of a remixer. A remixer can benefit from this course to provide strong rhythmic elements to their remixes. This can be used to great effect in their remixes.

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Audio Engineer

An audio engineer works to record, mix, and master audio material and this course can be a valuable asset. While they often work with recorded drum patterns, knowledge of creating drum patterns with samplers, MIDI, and audio files provides an engineer with a better understanding of the production process. This course explores the use of effects and dynamic processing in drum patterns, enhancing an audio engineer's repertoire. The course's focus on analyzing existing tracks and recreating them also offers a unique training method that an audio engineer will find helpful. An audio engineer can use this to better understand the nuances of drum patterns.

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Audio Software Developer

An audio software developer creates tools and programs for manipulating sound. This course may be useful to an aspiring audio software developer as it provides a practical understanding of how samplers and beat sequencers are used in music creation. The course covers the technical aspects of how MIDI grids are used to create drum patterns. This practical experience could inform better software design for an audio software developer. This course is useful for someone who wants to be an audio software developer.

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Studio Assistant

A studio assistant supports the operations of a recording studio. Since this course focuses on electronic drum pattern construction, it may be interesting to a studio assistant. The detailed lessons on samplers, MIDI grids, and beat analysis provide an inside look at the process of music production. Additionally, the class’s topics on dynamic effects and advanced beat construction may be of value. A studio assistant can learn the fundamentals of drum programming by taking this course. This will help them to better understand the recording process.

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Music Educator

Music educators teach music to students of all ages. If you teach music, and want to teach about rhythm and drum patterns, this course is a great fit. This course provides a detailed look into drum pattern construction across various genres, along with use of samplers, and MIDI. The course also explores diverse genres of music that the educator can use to explain the concepts. The analysis projects included in the class offer a unique perspective on music education. A music educator can use this to inform their teaching practice and to develop their curriculum.

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Composer

A composer creates original music often for film, television, or other media. Though composers may not always focus on electronic drum programming, the skills taught here would add another valuable technique to the composer's repertoire. This course's deep dive into rhythm, beat analysis, and the use of samplers will help a composer create more nuanced and dynamic pieces. The exploration of different genres, such as Drum and Bass, Trap, and Dubstep can expand the composer's palette of sounds. The course will add to the composer's understanding of how to use rhythm for effect.

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Sound Designer

Sound designers craft specific audio elements for various media, and this course offers a useful perspective in understanding percussion. Often working with samplers and MIDI, a sound designer benefits from a detailed understanding of the topics covered in this course. Learning how to manipulate samples, understand note on/off issues, and use velocity enhances a sound designer’s ability to create dynamic and compelling percussion. The study of effects like filtering, delay, and reversed sounds provides new pathways for sound design. This course may prove useful to anyone looking to add percussion to their sound design work.

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Multimedia Artist

A multimedia artist combines various forms of media, including visual and audio elements. For multimedia artists who wish to incorporate music production into their work, this course on rhythm can be valuable. The course's detailed look at drum programming and beat construction will allow a multimedia artist to create more dynamic pieces. This course also explores dynamic effects. The course’s focus on genres like Drum and Bass, Trap, and Dubstep may give a multimedia artist new avenues of expression. This can lead the multimedia artist to create more interesting works.

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A DJ mixes and manipulates music for live audiences. The drum programming skills learned in this course may be useful for a DJ who wants to better understand rhythm. This course’s instruction on creating drum patterns of varied styles, such as Drum and Bass, Trap, and Dubstep, can inform a DJ's mixing choices and techniques. The techniques for beat analysis that are studied in this course can certainly make a DJ a more intelligent musician. The DJ can use this knowledge to better understand how rhythm works in music.

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Game Audio Designer

A game audio designer creates sounds and music for video games. While a game audio designer may not typically program drum parts, a knowledge of how these work from a rhythmic perspective can be valuable. The skills developed in this course around beat analysis and dynamic effects will allow for a greater understanding of the role of percussion in all kinds of music. This course may be useful to a game audio designer looking to include compelling drum parts in their work. A strong understanding of sequencing and samples is implied with this course.

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Content Creator

A content creator produces various forms of digital content, including videos, podcasts, and more. If a content creator needs to develop themes for their work, the knowledge of rhythmic musical elements in this course may help them add another dimension to their work. The course's focus on beat analysis and the construction of rhythmic elements in music will allow a content creator to gain a deeper understanding of how rhythm works in music. This course might add a new dimension to their content by enhancing their audio. By taking this course a content creator can create their own unique audio.

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Songwriter

A songwriter crafts original songs, often focusing on melody and lyrics. This course may be useful for a songwriter looking to better understand the role of rhythm in music. This course’s techniques for beat analysis and its study of rhythms can all contribute to the songwriter’s overall knowledge of music. A songwriter may find that this course gives them a more robust understanding of how to construct a song. Learning from this course may be useful for a songwriter.

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Samplers & Sequencing

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