Synth School! Creating Sound with Hardware and Software Music Synthesizers

A partir de 82.61 $ /h

Have you bought a synthesizer or modular rig and are not sure where to start? Tired of using stock presets when working with softsynths in your DAW? Ready to learn how it all *works*?

Learn from a pro - Andrew built Studio D, the electronic music suite at Omega Studios in Washington, DC. He created and ran the electronic music curriculum at Omega's School of Recording Arts and Sciences, where his students included industry professionals and recording artists like BT (EDM/trance pioneer, DJ and soundtrack composer).

Andrew holds a degree in Electronic Music from the American University, and is an avid synthpop producer himself, via his band Birmingham Electric, where he regularly works with collaborators including Peter Hook (New Order), Malcolm Holmes (Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark), Marco Pirroni (Adam and the Ants, Sinead O'Connor, Siouxsie and the Banshees) and Mark Reeder (MFS Records, Factory Records). He performs with synths live on a regular basis as well,

Andrew is a firm believer in going back to the root fundamentals and gaining a deep understanding of how sound works, as well as experiencing synthesis hands-on to build "muscle memory for programming. Learn at your pace - whether you're an absolute newbie or further along and exploring where to go next. It's possible to learn in Andrew's studio in Haarlem, or in your own space on your own gear. You don't need to have any synths to get started, but if you do, we can use them.

Topics including -
- How sound works (a little friendly physics)
- Ways we model sound and the major types of synthesizers
- Hands-on with different synthesis techniques
- Translating sound ideas to synthesis
- Using synths in music composition
- Performing live with hardware and/or software synths
- How to choose synths or plugins for your studio
- Setting up your workspace - and workflow

Ready to up your synth game? Book a lesson with Andrew today!

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Clases en el domicilio del estudiante :

Alrededor de Haarlem, Países Bajos

Clase en el domicilio del profesor :

Vredenrijkstraat, Haarlem, Netherlands

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I've taught electronic music, sound synthesis, and digital audio workflows to all ages and abilities - from kids to some of the industry's most seasoned pros. I especially connect with people who want to go deeper into the "why" of electronic music rather than just learning rote instructions. I prefer teaching while students actually use the gear so that there is instant feedback as we work together - either in my studio or on your own gear.

Formación

BA Electronic Music, The American University (via AU's highly-regarded Audio Technology Program)
MS Biotechnology / Bioinformatics, The Johns Hopkins University

Experiencia / Calificaciones

Instructor and curriculum designer, Electronic Music and Sound Synthesis - Omega School of Recording Arts and Sciences, Washington DC
Producer and Lead Singer, Birmingham Electric (synthpop collaborative project with electronic pop pioneers)

Edad

Adolescentes (13-17 años)

Adultos (18-64 años)

Tercera edad (65+ años)

Nivel del estudiante

Principiante

Intermedio

Avanzado

Duración

60 minutos

La clase se imparte en

inglés

Habilidades

Música asistida por el ordenador (mao)

Sonido (música)

Producción de sonido

Disponibilidad en una semana típica.

(GMT -05:00)

Nueva York

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Valeria

5.0

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I am a classical and baroque bassist. Graduated from Amsterdam Conservatory (Bachelor and Master )
With more than 15 years playing my instrument and 3 years of teaching young kids and people from all ages and levels!

If you always wanted to learn the double bass is never to late to start!

Tatiana

5.0

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This class is for musicians interested to develop their work with electronics by using the computer. With the softwares Max/MSP or Ableton Live I can give you the tools to program your own electronic tracks and effects for live playing of for editing them after recording your music.

Santiago

5.0

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Learning to play the guitar can be an amazing experience at every stage of the process! My ultimate goal is to help my students to develop their skills and musical understanding by learning and playing music that they like.

Therefore I adapt my teaching methodologies to the tastes and needs of every student. Throughout every lesson, we will work on three main courses of development: technical aspects, theoretical knowledge, and performative practice.

My classes are open for anyone who would like to enjoy exploring the universe of music: beginners and advanced, children and adults, you are all welcome to book the first lesson.

Alvaro

5.0

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Lessons of music in all different ways through the brass instruments, mainly trumpet, with a teacher who gained his master degree in "Real Conservatorio Superior de música de Madrid" on classical music, and currently studying Jazz and modern music at "Conservatorium van Amsterdam" . Had collaborated with Jazz Concertgebouw Orchestra, Metropole Orkest, Bob Sands Big Band, Tina Turner the musical, and New Cool Collective between many more, and had lessons with teachers and artists such as Erik Veldkamp, Bob Sands, Bob Mintzer, Paul Ferguson, Enrique Rioja , Manuel Blanco, Gavor Tarkovi, and Alex Sipiagin, among many others.

Technique, sound, play in a group, phrasing different styles from classical music to jazz passing through latin flamenco or pop; basic harmony and composition, how to record from a home studio set up, mixing basics, everything you need to know nowadays to be an all-arround versatile musician.

Gita

5.0

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Private lessons for beginners to advanced level of flute playing. All ages are welcome. I am a professionally trained teacher and flutist for almost two decades. My lessons are given in English, Spanish and (soon) Dutch.

My teaching method is variable depending on the students' needs, but the goal is shared: to make a great musician and qualified flutist out of the pupil. I work on both technical and musical aspects from a healthy and enjoyable perspective. Particular emphasis on having fun with the little ones!

I pay special attention to creating a personalized education and experience for every one of my students. I also give some additional tools applicable to the flute playing which includes: The Inner Game of Music, Feldenkrais, Alexander Technique and Body & Mind. All the basic theory is taught too.

Francisca

5.0

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Are you into music? Would you like to know how to play an instrument, maybe violin or viola?? That’s a very good choice!
I’m Francisca, from Portugal, and I’m taking my bachelor in the Conservatorium van Amsterdam. I started my music lessons when I was still a baby, going to music for babies lessons! Later, when I was three years old I was very interested in playing the violin and at six years old decided to change to viola! Having the opportunity to share my passion for music with someone it is something very grateful for me!!

Diana

5.0

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Hallo! If you love cello, it is the right time to start learning!

As a teacher with 12 years of experience I offer private lessons for all ages and all levels.
I have learned my teaching skills from famous cello pedagogues from all over the world. I have experience in teaching to children as well as adults and I consider essential that we both have fun while learning such a wonderful thing as playing music! Lessons will be adapted to your needs and we will develop together your musicality and technical skills.
Also possible to ask for academic support with the instrument, music theory or history.

Lessons can be in English, Spanish, French and Dutch. If you still don't have an instrument yourself, I can give some suggestions about where and how to find it - please don't hesitate to contact me if interested!

Hope to hear from you soon!
Diana

Xico

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Music is Play! and everyone is its own game.
Understand and make only the music you like. If it isn't fun, it can't be music!

I studied a classical piano bachelor, and later a jazz master and a live electronics master. In the meantime, I have been teaching music and playing synths, drum machines, and computers. It's longer than 5 years now!
Electronic music is a very vast world. The possibilities are endless. But do you need to learn everything, or only what interests you to make the music you want to do? From listening and analyzing a song you like, we will go through the necessary knowledge for you to achieve it:
- What do you need to build your home studio in order to create something similar?
- Which instruments (or plugins) are being used.
- Whether or not a knowledge of music theory is necessary.
- And in which different ways / through which paths could you achieve something like what you desire?

At the same time that we analyze and learn, you are also going to be encouraged to create! Practice makes the master, and the more you create, the more familiar you'll be with the tools and the environments that we learn in class. A part of the class is also going to be dedicated to listening to what you created and going through different ways we may improve it.

For people interested in live electronics (live-processing an acoustic instrument or programming live sets), I also have knowledge of Max MSP and I can teach the basics or help you program any kind of device you propose.

PD: I have also experienced imparting piano lessons, which is also a very important part of my professional practice. In case you are interested, it is also possible to mix the two worlds and create any kind of path between piano, synths, beats, and home studio techniques.

Ask me anything, I'll tell you how I could help!

Enrico

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Hello everyone, I'm Enrico and I come from Italy. Right now I am in Utrecht where I am doing a master's degree in cello under the guidance of Timora Rosler.
During my years of studies I always had the possibility to teach music, in fact while I was doing my Bachelor in Italy at the Conservatory of Turin, I taught cello and music theory in a private music school called "Isla de Musiqueros", in this school I had the opportunity to teach people of all ages, including children under 4 years old.
When I moved to the Netherlands little by little I started to find students and many many concerts.

I believe that playing is the best way to have fun and express your emotions, the work I want to do is work on tensions and try to help you melt away while playing, in this way you can have more sound and feel more free.
Technique is also very important in the everyday life of a musician, together we can see the best exercises for you, to help you improve and have more confidence with the instrument.

Felipe

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Inner music is that intuitive talent that is bright and makes you and the people around you thrive, it can be a skill with an instrument, singing or talking and sharing ideas, creating visual art, dancing, sports or any other kind of expression.

This course is for anyone who has the courage and willingness to develop his/her inner potential.

This course offers practices and techniques adapted to what works best for each participant.

This course goes as deep as the participant is willing to go, exploring the inner experience and gaining wisdom from the past.

Through personalised sessions, I will take you to explore your inner potential, I will guide you into a journey of understanding, questioning and becoming more self-aware, to create a present of ease, where it feels safe, in peace with the people around, in peace with oneself, in Love with life, truthfully, with a wide world view, and connected with Inner-music

Óliver

5.0

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Music production is one thing that refers to a lot of different things as it's in a sort of middle ground between something purely musical as composition, instrumentation or arraging and the technical aspect, like mixing, mastering or using a daw.
In this classes we can focus on what you want to do or learn regarding those topics, or the ones that I think would help you best, putting an emphasis on how you can apply the information that you gain in your own way or imitating certain aspects of a specific genre, finishing songs, mixing them or just to loose the fear of making music and became more relaxed in a creative sense and have fun with it.

Erik

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🎧 Spin Like a Pro – DJ Lesson Experience in Amsterdam (Private or Nightclub Setting)

Ever dreamed of being behind the decks, moving the crowd with your sound, and dropping the perfect beat at just the right moment?
Welcome to Amsterdam’s ultimate DJ experience, where you’ll go from music lover to dancefloor commander — whether you’re a complete beginner or already dabbling in DJing.

In this hands-on DJ lesson, you’ll learn the fundamentals of mixing, beat-matching, and music theory in a private, welcoming environment — either in a personal home studio setup during the week or inside a real Amsterdam nightclub during exclusive weekend sessions. That’s right — this isn’t just a class, it’s a vibe.
🎶 What You’ll Learn:

Basic Rhythm & Music Theory – Understand what makes a track work, how beats flow, and why certain songs just hit.

Beat Matching – Learn to seamlessly transition from one track to another like a pro.

Cueing, Looping & Effects – Get hands-on with decks, learn how to build tension, drop a bassline, and own your sound.

Track Selection for Any Event – Whether it’s a beach party, wedding, after-hours rave, or private event — learn how to read the crowd and build a set that slaps.

Confidence on the Decks – Most importantly, you'll walk away with the confidence to play your first live set.

📍 Two Unique Locations to Choose From:

Private Home Studio – Perfect for weekday sessions in a chill, personalized setting. Great for one-on-ones or small groups.

Live Nightclub Experience – Join our weekend classes in a real Amsterdam club. Feel the bass, the lights, the energy — and maybe even spin your first live track!

👥 Who It’s For:

Tourists looking for a unique Amsterdam activity

Aspiring DJs who want a crash course in the craft

Musicians curious about electronic performance and mixing

Couples, solo travelers, and party people who want to create, not just consume

🔊 Details:

Duration: Approx. 1.5–2 hours

Location: Private home near city center or nightclub venue (weekends only)

Group Size: 1–6 people (private group options available)

All Equipment Provided – Just bring your vibe.

Optional Add-On: Record your session to take home your first mix!

Whether you're just curious or secretly dreaming of your DJ debut, this experience will leave you inspired, energized, and maybe even ready to book your first gig.

Book now and spin your story in Amsterdam — from learner to legend, one beat at a time.

Mateo

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Discover the rich world of marimba playing with personalized lessons tailored to your level and goals. Whether you are a beginner curious about percussion or an advanced player looking to refine your artistry, these lessons will guide you in mastering both technique and musical expression.

What you will learn:
-Proper four-mallet and two-mallet technique for control, phrasing, and tone
-Classical repertoire, from Baroque transcriptions to contemporary works
-Musicianship skills including phrasing, dynamics, and interpretation
-Music theory foundations to deepen understanding and independence
-Practice strategies to help you progress efficiently