Ableton Live Tutoring/ Mixing/ Composition and Arrangement/ Songwriting

Àpd 29.29 € /h

START your songwriting and/or production journey!
GET FAMILIAR with Ableton Live and UNDERSTAND the useful tools and plugins
LEARN new techniques to get the sound you want.
LEARN to listen critically and to hear the good and the bad
FINISH songs that you're stuck on
Receive HONEST FEEDBACK on (un)finished music with ADVICE on how to improve.

Anyone can start making music and release it to the world in this day and age. I can help you utilize the tools and techniques to make the songs you want to make. If you want to pursue being an artist, I can also give advice and help strategize your approach.

From one creative to another, let me help you become the best version of yourself!

Informations supplémentaires

Students should have access to a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) or Ableton Live.
Students will need a laptop/ desktop and headphones.

Lieu

En ligne depuis États-Unis

Présentation

I have been making music in the Chill RnB, LoFi, Indie Pop, and Hyperpop scene for the last 8 years, taking in new genres and sounds with open arms. I have amassed over 20,000,000 online streams and maintain a following of 200,000 monthly listeners. I love creating music and making it more accessible to people who want to learn!

Everyone can make music, but I can help you make it sound good :).

I recently worked as a music instructor at the Foundation for a College Education, where I built a songwriting/ poetry course and guided students until they wrote their own songs. I also took on a couple of students, as their mentor, to help them grow as producers and artists.

Education

University of California, San Diego (La Jolla) - Bachelor of Science in General Biology and a minor in Music

Foothill College (Los Altos Hills) - Music Technology

Expérience / Qualifications

8 years in the music industry as an artist/ producer/ mixing engineer (Keepitinside)
6 months as a Music Instructor at the Foundation for a College Education, creating an entire course for middle school students
4 years as a President and Cofounder of a Music Performance organization for college students

Age

Enfants (7-12 ans)

Adolescents (13-17 ans)

Adultes (18-64 ans)

Seniors (65+ ans)

Niveau du Cours

Débutant

Intermédiaire

Durée

60 minutes

Enseigné en

anglais

Compétences

Composition musicale

Son (musique)

Ecriture de chansons

Disponibilité semaine type

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Cours par webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

Lou-Indigo

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The course that I propose is BILINGUAL FRENCH / ENGLISH, as well as 2 BOOKS.

Age and musical taste are not restrictive when in the program, you can with qualitative daily work (not quantitative) quickly observe your progress.

Here the pleasure of playing music is put forward.

The kind of music you love most will be the focus of the course, their codes and secrets will be the focus of our study, that's what I want to share with you.

We can do technical lessons and simply learn together how to play one or more songs of your choice or mine, enrich your game with this approach and your repertoire!

(For example, We can re-arrange the pieces and make them more original by approaching the system (CAGED), and enriching their chords, resulting in new positions, new techniques and new sounds, using arpeggio techniques rather than strumming for 4-chord pieces, voicing and fingerstyle techniques, in short, expanding the instrument's playing fields and playing skills to keep progressing in your game and improve your rehearsals ...)

If you make a request, this program is obviously accompanied by the pleasure of learning more in theory and being able to directly apply new knowledge on its instrument and identify its common or rare use in the pieces discussed in class.

In this case, the theory is translated to be accessible to anyone, both for those who are connoisseurs and for those who discover everything from absolute zero.
The exercises, songs, and theoretical explanations offered throughout the program are organized in an order of progressive difficulty.

I wrote and produced 2 books of my method to learn the guitar and the music, that I sell to accompany my course and your apprenticeship in the best conditions and so that you can continue the course even at home and to review etc ... .
There is ONE BOOK OF COURSES containing all the theoretical and practical program of the year, as well as a BOOK OF EXERCISE on the ranges and the modes that you can obtain directly.

You can find here an indicative list of objectives that I propose in my theoretical program, which can of course adapt to your request.

The general theoretical objectives of the course:

--- Tuning / tuning and knowing his guitar:
* Standard Tuning
* Drop Tuning
* Open Tuning
* Adjust the optimal tension of the strings
* Adjust the shaft axis
* Adjust the action of the strings
* Choose the strings adapted to the style of play / tuning
* Change his strings

-Know his chords:
* Triads: Fundamental State & Inversions
* Tetrads: Fundamental State & Inversions
* The chord progressions of the Range
* Arpeggio techniques (tapping, sweep, 1/2/4 fing.shape, etc ...)

--- Know his scales and his modes

* The Mode of the Major scale
* 3 Modes of the Minor scale: Natural / Melodic / Harmonic
* Modes of the Pentatonic range: 5 positions
* Modes of the Blues range: 5 positions
Etc ...

--- Technique to the Pick / Plectrum / Tab / Pick (Electric Guitar):
* Alternate Picking
* Fast Picking / Tremolo Picking
* Hybrid Picking
* Palm Mute
* Natural Harmonics
* Pinch Harmonics
* Artificial Harmonics
* Shredding
* Tapping
* Sweep Picking
* Legato Picking

--- Strumming / Hand Picking (Acoustic Guitar)
* "SnareDrum" percussion on the guitar
* Arpeggios pinched with 4 fingers + thumb
* Rasgueado (Flamenco Technique)
* Generic Strumming
* Fingerstyle Picking
* Two-finger picking + Legato for fast melodies (eg a solo)

-Play the metronome
* exercises on click
* practice on song riffs

-Learn his favorite songs
* without thinking about the difficulty, nothing is impossible with the right methodology

-Improvise
* choose ranges and positions
* to place oneself rhythmically, to finish on the judicious notes

-Theory of Harmony
* Understand harmonization and its practice

-Theory on the Melody

-Theory of Rhythm

Arianna

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I'm looking for student's who not only want to learn a great technique for singing but whom also want to find and develop their own unique sound so they can express themselves through the art of song and tell a story.

I am a trained singer- songwriter & professional musician with a BA (hons) in Composition. Originally from london I moved to Brussels to do my masters degree. I am a trained singing with a level of grade 8, I have also spent the last 6 years touring as a front women and also a backing singing with various artists around europe, including 1 top 10 artist. I understand that although it's great to have a strong technique it's also about letting go and having confidence in your ability so you can relax in the moment.

I welcome students of all levels and all ages and teach a range of genres from Jazz to Rock. Alternatively I am happy to focus on technique if that is something you prefer to work on.

So, if you're a aspiring singer looking to find your own unique coach I am here to help!

Kim

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You often spend time behind your computer, sound modules, synths or MIDI devices to create solid beats, a hypnotic groove, dreamy soundscapes or a compelling story. In short, you've been bitten by electronic music. You want to take your sound to a higher level, but you still have questions about the quality of your sound, live performance, synthesizers, music theory, increasing listenership, acoustics, about your software, etc... You've come to the right place address if you have such questions. I would like to help you so that you can achieve your musical goals faster and in an efficient and budget-friendly manner.

What do I offer?
- Lessons on the following Digital Audio Workstations (DAW): Reason Studios, Ableton Live, Reaper, Fruity Loops
- Lessons about sound synthesis (Sound Design) via synthesizers, drum machines and effects
- General guidance/coaching in overcoming the obstacles associated with producing (e.g. knowledge about mixing, mastering, modular setup, music theory, computer/laptop needs, acoustics and psychoacoustics, mental challenges, ...)

Do you have a question or would you like more information?
Feel free to contact me :).

Daniel

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I am a multi-instrumentalist (saxophone, transverse flute, keyboard), composer and arranger (SACEM member since 2012), excellent improviser. This course will allow you quickly, whatever your instrument and your technical level, to understand and master the chord sequences and the articulation of musical language according to these sequences. In addition, you will learn the most frequent or rare harmonic structures used by composers. And, theory notwithstanding, you will learn to develop your ear to identify harmonic structures. This course also includes an introduction to the history of jazz.

App

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< Learning Piano is not merely about playing the piano >

Before starting to learn the piano, it’s essential to recognize that :

'' What we are actually learning is "Music", but not only "Piano". ''

The goal of learning any instrument is to acquire the language of music, enabling us to express ourselves and enjoy music with others. Playing the piano is for creating beautiful sounds, not really for developing finger speed or strength. That’s the function of gym.

< Music is like cooking >

When we cook, to make roast beef tender, of course, it’s nice to have a tender heart, but without knowing how to control the temperature, the roast beef won’t become tender merely by our tender heart.

By only adding salt, the dish won’t be sweet. Similarly, simply playing or writing a C major triad chord won’t convey a sorrowful feeling.

To create the feeling we want, no matter how much sentiment we have in our hearts, to convey it via music, it needs to be translated into the language which the piano can understand, which means, how we press and lift the keys and pedals. Similarly, when we compose, it needs to be transferred into chords, and notes we write.

< Difference between an audience and a musician >

There is a common belief that a musician can make music with sentiment or feeling. While it’s partially true, the most essential thing is knowing ‘’How’’ to create the sound that conveys the feeling we want, rather than merely knowing ‘’What’' feeling we want to convey.

The understanding of the mechanism behind music is essential, as cooking, and that is the difference between an audience and a musician. As an audience, one can simply feel the music. Like a chief who knows how to create a specific flavor to convey, a musician knows how to create the sound which can convey the feeling we want. While knowing which feeling we want is great, it’s merely the first step. Your emotions are not too different from Chopin, Beethoven, Adele or Taylor Swift, otherwise, they can’t resonate with you. But they know how to create the sound that conveys the feeling they want to their audience.

< Course Content >

I consider my course to be a form of "Music Consultation" because it contains a wide range of subjects that are essential to a professional musician. While we focus on piano playing, there are also music theory, music history, instrument construction, ergonomics for performers, analysis of composer styles, composition, arrangement, recording, MIDI, computer music, the physics of sound, and more.
In avoid of confusion, let’s still call my course as "Piano Course”.

< Duration >

For each course, I will reserve at least 70 minutes in my schedule for you, including 60 minutes of class time and an additional 10 minutes for discussion and any questions you may have. This will ensure that your courses are not rushed by the next student. This ensures that there is enough time for you to solve your piano and music problems.

< Recording >

I highly encourage my students to record their progress. This can provide an objective standard for comparison and help you analyze your playing precisely. In my nine years of experience teaching music, I've found many students, including those advanced, already play certain sections very well, while other sections may not be not well enough. But they still try to improving those fine sections, while not aware of those weak sections.
Without an objective reference, it’s hard to distribute our effort precisely. This can lead to not only unstable performance, but also practicing without a precise goal can easily reduce enthusiasm. Recording your results and comparing them with those recordings you like on YouTube or Spotify can be an effective way to analyze your playing and set precise goals.

If you have a digital piano, I can help you produce a video of your performance for each session. This can be a tangible record of your efforts and you can share it with your friends and family via YouTube or other platforms.

Camille

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Folk or classical acoustic guitar.

The teaching philosophy is adapted to the level of each individual, according to the pace of work and motivation.

For example, for beginners: Technique of the plectrum or fingers, coordination and correction of the right and left hand. Learning basic chords, simple themes, simple rhythms, reading tablatures (...).

For intermediaries: development of rhythm, construction of chords, writing of tablatures, basic notions of harmony (...).

Depending on your goals, you can learn, if you wish, to play 60 to 80% of current music from the first lessons, which often use the same chords and the same techniques. The objectives take into consideration the following points:

-Study of various playing techniques, chords, harmony, music of your choice, rhythm, with reading of tablature, teaching structured around the repertoire you like, technique of developing the musical ear
- Discovery of the neck, notes and basic positions of open chords
- Left / right hand coordination and rhythm exercises for the right hand
- Learning of different pieces of your choice
- Left hand control exercises, speed and precision
- Learning arpeggios
- Work around muscle memory
- Learning improvisation, musical play with others
- Ear training: use your ears to find chords, melodies, sounds and techniques used
-Spend a pleasant moment of exchange, without unnecessary institutional pressure, while obtaining concrete results
-Understand and discover the many facets of an exciting and user-friendly instrument
- Benefit from personalized advice on your posture and certain pitfalls to avoid when starting alone
-Adjust and clarify your self-taught knowledge
- Learn tablatures / tabs & in English.

Note :
- Possibility to use the guitar available on site, during the test phase.
- As our teacher is also a singing teacher, it is possible to combine the two disciplines: guitar + vocal instrument, and to work on synchronization, style and accuracy.
- Possibility of offering this course (birthday, party, Christmas, event ...) to the person of your choice.

THE TEACHER :
Trained in Grande Ecole post-preparatory classes & Ivy League university in the United States, our teacher has specialized and has worked for more than 15 years, in Europe and North America, in the field, in renowned international public and private establishments, with careful pedagogy and methodology as the watchwords.

PLACES :
- Locations: Geneva-Lausanne-Friborg-Neuchâtel-Montreux-Bâle-Sion-Sierre-Morges-Bienne. But currently, only by videoconference in accordance with national recommendations on Covid. These sessions also seem to be perfectly unanimous since they have the advantages of direct (example: quality of the interaction), without its disadvantages (ex: loss of travel time), with additional advantages (ex: of notes on the chat, which can be reread afterwards). In this context, these videoconference sessions for which you have requested me, seem to arouse a certain enthusiasm (and a certain enthusiasm). At your request, I therefore continue to offer them.

Gema

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The most important matter that I could write here about is my passion to teach. I've been teaching already for more than 10 years, from kids to adults. I'm a classical pianist, but I am opened to other musical styles. What I want you to get from your lessons with me, is not only a huge knowledge of theorical stuff or a great technique, I would like to show you my musical world, the imagination and inner exploration that is required to understand and to love music in a whole new level. Once you have found them, it will be very hard to quit playing!

The class duration: You can choose!
20 minutes (Great for the youngest : 3 years old)
30 minutes (Ideal for young beginners from 4 years old)
45 minutes (Intermediate+ adult beginners)
1 hour (Intermediate and combined with some Music Theory)

I use different methods depending on:
1) The goals of my student
2) The language that we will use on class
3) Age and musical preferences: I start to teach children from 3 years old, we make games and they learn to play through musical stories that I have created throughout my pedagogical career.

Vincent

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Do you want to learn the most delicate African instrument called the kora?
I have been learning for 20 years, have been living in Mali, have been around the world to learn different styles, have recorded for legends of Indian cinema and have been teaching Lubiana Kepaou for 6 years.
I have merged the best of my worlds in my teaching: spontaneity of African music, methodology of European teaching and the spirituality and intricacy of Indian music.
Finding a kora is easy, there are many kora builders around the world!
Contact me to know more!

Veux-tu apprendre l'instrument Africain le plus délicat, la kora, harpe traditionnelle?
J'ai commencé à apprendre il ya 20 ans, j'ai vécu au Mali, et voyagé autour du monde pour apprendre différents styles, j'ai enregistré pour des légendes du cinema Indien et enseigne à Lubiana Kepaou depuis 6 ans.
J'ai rassemblé le meilleur de mes influences dans mon enseignement: la spontanéité de la musique Africaine, la méthodologie de l'enseignement Européen et la spiritualité de la musique Indienne.
Si tu cherches une kora, c'est facile, il y a plein de fabriquants et de vendeurs de kora autour du monde!
Contacte-moi pour en savoir plus!

Davide

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This course is designed to teach how to make your voice sound more powerful, how to use vocal technique to expand your range and expression, and how to become more confident in vocal performances.

You will solve your registers, how to control your voice in every point of your range, to manage any dynamic, and find your own unique sound.
In the end of the course you will be able to sing effordlessly without microphone adding all the natural harmonics to your voice. You will learn how to use the diagram and the resonators naturally and effectively. How to do runs, scales, melodic embelishements as well as building a repertoire and start to plan for your future career.

Julia

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Do you make music at home, but always wanted to record a song for fun?

If you are learning how to play it, I have the gear to help you create and record a song, so you can share it with your friends and family, or just have it for yourself.
I can play a lot of instruments and create tracks to accompany you. You can write a song or make a recording of you playing something you are working on. Depending on your level and experience with music, it would be a great way to learn some music theory too.

I am Julia, a professional musician originally from Montreal, Canada. I have lived in the Netherlands for 4 years and have a Master's degree in Music. I compose, engineer, and perform music. I also love to teach, I have experience with ages 9 to 90. I want to get the song in your head out into the air.

Eto

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Piano Classes: From the first notes to advanced repertoire, I tailor lessons to your level and goals — classical, pop, or even improvisation.

Jazz Voice Classes: Discover the freedom of jazz singing! Learn vocal technique, phrasing, interpretation, and improvisation in a relaxed, expressive way.

🧒 All ages and levels welcome – children, teens, and adults!
💬 Lessons can be in English – and I'm happy to adapt to your pace and style.

Let’s explore music together and make learning both fun and inspiring!

Alexandra

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I teach music composition for video games, films, and concerts at all levels: from the basic concepts of tonal harmony to technological elements like DAW interface and mixing.
Regarding instruments, I teach electric bass as well as percussion, and can help you better manage your time and schedule to be efficient on a daily basis!

I adapt to your learning needs, as well as your level 😊

Jin

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I am a Korean musician and educator based in Paris. I teach piano and music theory, and I have worked in several conservatories in the Paris region. My goal is to help students of all ages and levels build a solid musical foundation while developing their own sensitivity and curiosity. Whether you are a complete beginner or someone returning to music after years, we will work together at a pace and method that feels right for you.

I hold a Master’s degree in Musical Writing from the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris (CNSMDP) and Musicology from Sorbonne University. I also completed a Bachelor’s degree in Music composition at Yonsei University in Seoul.

I can teach in English, French, or Korean.

Simon

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Cours de Piano – Rejoins l’aventure musicale !

Tu veux apprendre le piano, progresser rapidement et jouer les morceaux que tu aimes ? Mes cours sont faits pour toi !

Pourquoi choisir mes cours ?

Méthode simple et efficace : apprentissage pas à pas, adapté à ton niveau.

Musique qui te motive : morceaux modernes, classiques ou bandes-son — c’est toi qui choisis !

Technique solide : travail des mains, posture, coordination, lecture des notes et rythme.

Développement musical : oreille, expression, improvisation et compréhension harmonique.

Progression visible : objectifs clairs, encouragements et suivi personnalisé.

Ambiance positive : apprendre en confiance, sans stress, avec plaisir.

Pour qui ?
Débutants, intermédiaires ou élèves curieux d’essayer le piano pour la première fois.

Où et quand ?
Horaires flexibles, cours individuels ou en petits groupes.

Rejoins-moi et découvre à quel point le piano peut devenir une vraie passion !
Contacte-moi pour t’inscrire ou poser tes questions.

Zied

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