Ableton Live Introduction - Group Class

Module 1 - The Browser

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This video we cover some basic function the Ableton Live Browser. Here we look at how we can pull sounds in to each project.

Module 1 - Transport Control

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This video we cover some basic function of the transport control within Ableton Live. Record, Play and how the playhead works.

Module 1 - Audio Editing

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This video we cover some basic audio editing functions within Ableton Live. Both audio and midi are used in music production for a variety of different uses.

Module 1 - Midi Editing

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This video we cover some basic midi editing functions within Ableton Live. Both audio and midi are used in music production for a variety of different uses.

Module 1 - Clip vs Channel Veiw

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This video we cover some basic function the Ableton Live clip and channel view. Here we look at how we can navigate the channels

Module 1 - Session View

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This video we cover Ableton Live session view and how it works. Both audio and midi are used in music production for a variety of different uses.

Module 1 - Using Top loops

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This video builds on the basics we learned in the first class.

Using loops is a common way to build interest, great groove or add texture to your project.

Module 1 - Common Drum Patterns

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This video we cover some common patterns found in music production.

But remember there are no hard rules...

Module 1 - Custom Drum Racks

About Video

This video we cover some common patterns found in music production. But remember there are no rules. If it sound good. Then go for it.

Module 1 - Intro to Midi

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This video we cover some basic function of the midi channel within Ableton Live. Both audio and midi are used in music production for a variety of different uses.

Week 1

Student Downloads

This week's downloads include bunch of different drum samples, loops and other goodies you can use in your projects.

I've labeled them by genre but feel free to mix and match them as you like.

Also include a PDF of shortcuts and a E-book introduction to Ableton alongside a basic Ableton project to see play around with and see some of the feature we look at in this module

Exercises

  • Try to make 2 tracks - 16 bars in length
  • Experiment with all the feature we have played with
  • Set up a good file structure for you sample library

Ready for Module 2

Congratulations on completing Module 1.

Once you are ready head over to Module 2 to book your next class

Make sure you send your project through for review prior to next class
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