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Jim - Amsterdam, Netherlands$94
$94Electronic Music Production – Ableton Live, Synthesis, Sound Design, Composition, Mixing, Mastering, and Live Performance
Trusted teacher: Hi, my name is Jim. I'm an electronic music producer with a Master’s degree in Music from the Fontys Academy of Arts (Rockacademie) in Tilburg, Netherlands. Music has always been my way of exploring the world — through raw field recordings, synthesis, and emotional storytelling. Over the past 12 years, I’ve developed a complete, self-sufficient creative process: from concept to composition, sound design to vocal production, mixing, mastering, and live performance. I’m passionate about helping others gain those same end-to-end technical skills — so they can bring their own musical vision fully to life. As Malvae, I’ve written, sung, recorded, produced, mixed, mastered, and performed all of my work. My music reached #17 in the Spotify Viral 50 charts in the USA, gathered millions of streams, and featured in international film productions including King of the Streets and Netflix’s Terrace House Japan. One of the most formative moments in my career was my Amazonas album project, where I traveled into the Amazon rainforest to record and manipulate natural sounds. 90% of that album was created entirely from these field recordings, reshaped through granular synthesis and advanced sound design into a cohesive sonic journey. That experience deeply shaped how I approach my music and how I teach sound design and composition. I’ve headlined shows at iconic venues like Melkweg Amsterdam with immersive, self-built audiovisual live sets using Ableton Live, modular gear, sequencers, and Resolume for live integrated visuals. I curated my own events and performed at venues like A’dam Tower, OT301. I also teach at studios such as Wisseloord in Hilversum, guiding students through the technical and creative intersections of sound and performance. Selected Works & Collaborations: My EP Like Bees to a Hive began as a soundscape for fashion brand Lobomar’s collection Final Orders, Please, presented at the Amsterdam World Museum. I collaborated with South African poet Julia-Beth Harris, integrating her spoken word into a seamless, atmospheric release. From sequential Prophet 6 textures to ADX1 drum machine layers and detailed field recordings, I handled every layer, from concept through multitrack production to the final live performance in London. My Chrysalis EP, released as a limited-edition heavyweight red vinyl, pushed that even further, combining ethereal vocals, analog grit, and unique textures to craft an emotionally rich release. I personally led every part of the project’s technical and creative execution, from arrangement and vocal production to final mixing, mastering and vinyl press preparation. In addition to my own projects, I’ve worked as a vocal producer and mixing engineer, including on Esther Veen’s EP Before I Go, where I handled recording, complex vocal layering, creative processing, production, multivocal arrangement and final mixing to deliver a polished, high-impact sound. About the lessons: My sessions are fully customised to your experience level, goals and grounded in real-world music production. Whether you’re just getting started or want to deepen your technical ability, you’ll learn how to develop professional workflows and the creative independence to finish what you start. We can explore: - Building advanced music production workflows and creative strategies - Recording, Composition, arrangement, and storytelling through sound - Full-stack mixing and mastering — from bedroom setups to pro-level delivery - Synthesis and sampling — from sound shaping basics to high-level manipulation - Multi vocal production, vocal recording, editing, layering, FX, and creative processing techniques - Translating your music into a compelling live set with Ableton Live - Applying music theory practically in electronic, cinematic, and contemporary music Lessons are available online or in-person at my studio in Amsterdam. For online students, I use high-quality real-time tools that allow us to collaborate with full-resolution audio directly from your DAW — no screen sharing limitations, just real work in real time. My own musical path often started by blending the sounds I encountered in the world, whether from distant rainforests or my own voice , into something personal and expressive. I found my sound that way, and I’d love to help you find yours. (And don’t worry — we won’t have to go to the ends of the earth to do it. I’ll show you how to turn the sounds you already have into something truly your own.) Whether you're just starting out or ready to go deeper, I look forward to helping you grow through structured, creative, and technically grounded electronic music education.
Ableton live · Music composition · Audio production
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Mario - Asse, Belgium$50
$50Learn Music Production with Ableton Live software - MAO -
Trusted teacher: Hello All ! My name is Mario. I am a pianist, composer, producer based in Bruxelles . I have a long experience as a Jazz pianist, keyboardist and arranger and I played in a lot of different bands . In the last ten years I spent a lot of time producing electronic music and I developed my solo and other projects as a mix of jazz, electronic and neoclassical music. I have a master degree in Live Electronics took a the Antwerp Conservatory. I decided to create this course where we can explore together the basics of music production using Ableton Live suite as a reference software. Who is this course for ? - You are a beginner and want to discover the interface while composing your first piece. - You are an intermediate or experienced user and would like to improve your skills and learn more advanced techniques. Course topics : 1 Overview of the software , session and arrangement view 2 Differences between audio tracks, MIDI tracks, auxiliary tracks, and the master track 3 Sound design with most important Ableton Instruments 4 Study on the main sound synthesis techniques 5 Audio and Midi recording and editing 6 Routing Audio 7 Understanding and using audio and midi effects 8 Introduction to Mixing : balancing levels, panning, equalization 9 Preparing Ableton for a Live set using session views and clips 10 Export and finalizing a song
Ableton live · Computer generated music · Audio production
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Geoffroy - Bourg-la-Reine, France$50
$50Music production, mixing and mastering, Ableton Live lessons
Trusted teacher: Transform your musical ideas or tracks into professional songs quickly! You find the tutorials long and complicated? Staying alone can be very long and frustrating, even discouraging... With me, you will save months or even years of learning. Without spending a lot of money or taking on equipment, just a computer with a DAW, a few free plugins and sample packs. Adapted courses: - Depending on your level (beginner, experienced, advanced), your musical style (pop, hip hop, EDM, melodic techno, lo-fi, synthwave...) and your objectives: learn or improve in creating songs, start a musical career, becoming a composer, arranger, beatmaker, DJ, performing live... - Work on your pieces or explore my own productions (by videoconference with screen sharing or face-to-face) to see how to have a professional sound. If requested: summary of lessons and exercises between each lesson. You'll learn: - Rhythm & drums: make your songs dynamic and danceable. - Bassline: add power and depth. - Melodies, arpeggios and counterpoint: make your songs catchy and memorable. - Chords and voicing: reinforce the harmony and musicality of your songs. - Velocity and groove: make your songs more natural and human whatever your style. - Sound design: find the right preset and sample, transform them, layering, create your own sounds. - Structure (rise, break, drops, fill) and transitions: structure your songs effectively. - EQ: bass, mids and highs, frequency conflicts... Make everything sound good together. - Compression: have a punchier sound. - Reverb and delay: give depth and realism. - Stereo to have a more realistic soundstage. - Mastering: sound like your favorite artists. Also: - Where to find professional quality plugins and samples for all current music genres. - Mix vocals: record and mix your vocal for a professional sound even with an basic microphone. - For DJs: create professional mashups to make your sets stand out. - Master Ableton Live. - Structure your workflow to increase productivity. - Improve your time management and motivation.
Computer generated music · Ableton live
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Jérémie - Brussels, Belgium$43
$43Learn Ableton Live | Learn Ableton Live | MAO (Computer Assisted Music)
Trusted teacher: EN This course is designed to provide you with the essential skills to master Ableton Live, an essential tool for music production. Whether you're a beginner or already have experience with digital music, this course will support you on your journey to becoming an accomplished producer. COURSE CONTENT : Session 1: Introduction to Ableton Live - Software overview - Initial setup: audio settings, adding a MIDI keyboard - Navigation between Session view and Arrangement view - Essential keyboard shortcuts Session 2: Home Studio Equipment - Configuration of a home studio: sound card, monitors, acoustic treatment - Positioning of monitors and optimization of the room - Importance of acoustic neutrality and absorbent panels Session 3: Ableton Live Arrangement View - Using the Arrangement view - Difference between audio, MIDI, auxiliary and master tracks - Recording and editing MIDI and audio clips - Volume management, panning, solo and mute Session 4: Ableton Live Session View - Exploring the Session view for live performances - Creation and manipulation of loops - Transition between clips and live scenes Session 5: Basics of Music Theory - Introduction to major and minor chords - Composition of melodies on chord charts - Understand key, measures and tempo - Using the metronome Session 6: Audio Effects - Introduction to reverb, delay and EQ effects - Application of effects to enrich your compositions Session 7: Automations - Use of automations to add dynamics and variation - Practice of automation on different parameters Session 8: Arrangement and Musical Structure - Understanding the different sections of a song (intro, verse, chorus, bridge) - Techniques for structuring a coherent musical piece Session 9: Audio Recording and Microphone Types - Audio recording techniques - Presentation of the different types of microphones and their use - Gain adjustment for optimal sound recording Session 10: Introduction to Mixing - Mixing basics: balancing levels, panning, EQ - Techniques to improve mix clarity and depth Session 11: Exporting a Musical Piece - Export settings (bitrate, sample rate) - Preparation of files for different distribution platforms Session 12: Final Project - Composition of a 1min30s piece using all the skills acquired - Presentation and constructive criticism of each participant's projects PREREQUISITES No technical prerequisites are necessary. A passion for music and the desire to learn are the only conditions to get the most out of this course. EXPECTED RESULTS At the end of this course, you will be able to: - Navigate Ableton Live efficiently - Configure a basic home studio - Compose and arrange musical pieces - Apply audio effects and automations - Record, mix and export your compositions -------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------- ENG GOAL This course is designed to equip you with the essential skills to master Ableton Live, a crucial tool for music production. Whether you are a beginner or already have some experience with digital music, this course will guide you on your journey to becoming a proficient producer. THRILLED Session 1: Introduction to Ableton Live - Overview of the software - Initial setup: audio settings, adding a MIDI keyboard - Navigating between Session View and Arrangement View - Essential keyboard shortcuts Session 2: Home Studio Equipment - Setting up a home studio: audio interface, monitors, acoustic treatment - Positioning monitors and optimizing your room Importance of acoustic neutrality and sound-absorbing panels Session 3: Ableton Live's Arrangement View - Using the Arrangement View - Differences between audio tracks, MIDI tracks, auxiliary tracks, and the master track - Recording and editing MIDI and audio clips - Managing volume, panning, solo, and mute Session 4: Ableton Live's Session View - Exploring Session View for live performances - Creating and manipulating loops - Transitioning between clips and live scenes Session 5: Basics of Music Theory - Introduction to major and minor chords - Composing melodies over chord progressions - Understand key signatures, measures, and tempo - Using the metronome Session 6: Audio Effects - Introduction to reverb, delay, and equalization effects - Applying effects to enhance your compositions Session 7: Automations - Using automations to add dynamics and variation - Practicing automation on various parameters Session 8: Arrangement and Musical Structure - Understanding different sections of a song (intro, verse, chorus, bridge) - Techniques for structuring a coherent musical piece Session 9: Audio Recording and Microphone Types - Audio recording techniques - Introduction to different types of microphones and their uses - Setting the gain for optimal sound recording Session 10: Introduction to Mixing - Mixing basics: balancing levels, panning, equalization - Techniques to improve mix clarity and depth Session 11: Exporting a Musical Piece - Export settings (bitrate, sample rate) - Preparing files for different distribution platforms Session 12: Final Project - Composing a 1min30s piece using all the skills learned - Presentation and constructive criticism of each participant's project PREREQUISITES No technical prerequisites are required. A passion for music and a willingness to learn are the only conditions to make the most of this course. EXPECTED OUTCOMES - Navigate Ableton Live efficiently - Set up a basic home studio - Compose and arrange musical pieces - Apply audio effects and automations - Record, mix, and export your compositions
Music composition · Computer generated music · Ableton live
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Samir - Eindhoven, Netherlands$18
$18Music Production For Beginners (Ableton Live, Production, Sound Design, Composition, Lyrics, Mixing, Mastering, Coaching)
Trusted teacher: Are you ready to discover your unique sound as an artist? Whether you're just beginning your journey or striving to refine your craft, I’m here to help you unlock your full potential. Together, we’ll explore your musical ideas and transform them into something extraordinary. I am an electronic music producer based in Eindhoven, in the Netherlands and I would love to teach you how to get started as a producer, songwriter, or further improve in your skills in these areas. I have over 5 years of experience producing and writing music, and I would be very happy to help with understanding your goals and tailor the class to your needs. My lessons are an opportunity to dive deep into the art of music creation. Whether you want to learn production techniques, sharpen your composition skills, or learn to write lyrics that speak to you as an artist, I’ll provide you with the tools and guidance to make it happen. In this class, I mainly work with Ableton Live. What I teach in this class is applicable to any other program you use, so don't worry if you don't use Ableton! I can hold lessons at my home or online. Let me know which you prefer! In terms of production styles I mainly work with pop and electronic music If you're passionate about exploring new ideas, discovering what makes your sound truly unique, and learning to develop that sound further, I’d love to work with you! To this end, I only need to know what you would like to learn, what your current level is, how much you already know about music (in general), and any other information you would like to mention. Let's create something amazing together!
Audio production · Ableton live · Music composition
Sébastian - Paris, France$35
$35Indie pop artist teaches music composition, DAW, and Ableton Live lessons to help you go from idea to finished track
Trusted teacher: Indie pop artist & coach offers courses in music composition, DAW and Ableton Live for beginners and intermediate learners. You want : - Go from a loop to a real song? - Learn the basics of Ableton or computer music? - Easily mix and master a demo? - Register at home and equip yourself without breaking the bank? - Better use of your synths, VSTs or virtual instruments? - Work on the arrangement, the mix or structure your ideas? - Prepare a simple and functional Live setup? I help you transform your ideas into pieces, with a clear, progressive and creative approach, adapted to your level. Custom Method: - Work on your own ideas - Resuming an unfinished project - Create a quality demo at home With my experience in coaching and teaching, we move at your pace — with kindness, method, and fun. And if you want to go further: - Choose and configure your VSTs (free or not) - Manage latency, MIDI sync, controller mapping - Understand the basics of subtractive synthesis to better master your synths About me A pop artist, I've been composing on Ableton Live for over 12 years. After being a singer and guitarist in an indie rock band, I turned to more electronic and urban sounds. Four years ago, I launched my solo project professionally. At the same time, I am also a coach and former entrepreneur, which allows me to offer a teaching method that is both creative and structured, always results-oriented.
Ableton live · Computer generated music · Music composition
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Ege - The Hague, Netherlands$62
$62Inspiring Music Lessons: Ableton Live / Composition / Production / Guitar
Trusted teacher: Making your own music is a very personal practice that demands attention and care. It is comforting to learn the craft and to know what to focus on now and what to deal later in the process. This way you can let your creativity lead the way and take care of the technical details after on. With this course, you'll learn the KNOW-HOW of making your own music from start to finish. We will go through; inspiration, composing, arranging, production, mixing, mastering, and release. You will understand the conceptual frame and the technical craft behind them. In no time you will start applying them to your own workflow as well, no matter what genre you are interested in, electronic, pop, jazz, indie, experimental, classical, and so on. I try to make sure all my students leave the class with a new idea, a fascination, or a new question in their minds about whatever they want to do but most importantly with a smile. The music gathers people, and so is making it. That's why the lessons can flow into a conversation, a joke, a listening discussion, and a feedback session in which we become not only a teacher and a student but hopefully also friends. Subjects we can focus on: Music Theory, Composing, Arranging, Ableton Live, Sibelius, Notation, Electronic Music, Synthesizers, Guitar(acoustic/electric), Piano, Mixing & Mastering
Music composition · Ableton live · Audio production
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Samuel - Berlin, Germany$41
$41Musik Produktion Kurz Ableton, Logic und Pro tools.
Trusted teacher: Originally from Italy but born in Switzerland, Samuel aka Luca Torre did early in 1996 his first steps in electronic music for which he discovered a true passion. From trip-hop to techno going through more architectural sounds like drum ́n ́bass or Brackcore. Luca organized and participated in several events in Switzerland, in places like Loft Lausanne or even the Dachkantine in Zürich where he started being quite notorious He arrived in Berlin in 2004 and continued to work on his dedication to music by becoming a sound engineer and a sound designer. His interest for synthesis and modular systems brought him to work for the famous company Arturia where he then developed Presets. He also worked in the film industry where he took part in various projects. Follows up some releases on digitals and vinyls on several labels and then began collaborations with various artists. 2016 is finally the arrival of it ́s big label project. After several cogitation years he finally runs and owns the label Clock'Art Records where beautiful surprises await. His career is currently being boost by his passion, talent and famous techno artists name ́s recognition who took part in his projects. Luca is a pure eclectic and avant-garde dj. He is real fanatic sound designer, as much as an architecht of new sound constructions. He is a true artist who will keep on impressing us for years to come. In 2019 He Built Clock‘art Music: Clock’art Music Music groups several activities in the music field, it features 3 labels, 1 Music School and a sound design company Clock’art Studio. Clock‘art Records (Label Minimal Techno). Cloc Records (Edit Label) Nouage Records (Trip Hop, Noise, Ambiant and Soundscape Label) Clock‘art School is a M.A.C (Music Assisted Computer) school where we teach lesson of Ableton, Logic and synthese. Clock‘art Studio is a sound design company producing immersive soundscape from advertising to the film universe, we also do music film composition, jingle, and sound design FX. In 2020 we developing new project growing into the music therapy way, with Solfi Wave. And Clockless, the music podcast channel.
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Toon - Lommel, Belgium$72
$72Ableton Lessons / Synthesizers & Drummachines / Technical Support & Studio Setup (Beginner to Advanced)
Trusted teacher: Hello, my name is Toon (36). I have been producing music for the last 15 years. I can help out beginner producers in the proces as well as more advanced producers in Ableton Live. I also have a studio with synthesizers, drummachines, mixing desk, guitars, drums and mics where I can teach you recording and producing in Ableton. I can also help with the technical side like setting up your studio for recording, syncing hardware to computer, software installation etc.. We can start all the way from the beginning or focus on specific topics that you would have questions about. We will learn how to find a work flow that fits you best so you can start creating tracks. The following aspects will be covered in Ableton Live: 1. The essentials (efficiënt browsing, favorites, overview of the menu buttons...) 2. Arrangement, session and clip view 3. Audio clips and warping (the part which helps you understand how to remix songs and how to make new songs with existing samples) 4. How to work with MIDI 5. Recording and routing 6. Audio and MIDI effects 7. How to work with the built-in instruments in Live 8. How to arrange your song from start to finish 9. Mixing and mastering of your project If you would have any question, don't hesitate to message me! Extra information: I am based in Antwerp and Lommel/Mol, but if my travel/time costs get covered I am willing to come to other cities to teach at your home (a minimum session of 2 hours is required) Location: Olen (Provincie Antwerpen)
Ableton live · Music composition · Audio production
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Alex - Amsterdam, Netherlands$70
$70Ableton & MaxMSP Lessons - in a͓̽m͓̽s͓̽t͓̽e͓̽r͓̽d͓̽a͓̽m͓̽
Trusted teacher: Ableton Live is a software music sequencer and digital audio workstation. In contrast to many other software sequencers, Live is designed to be an instrument for live performances as well as a tool for composing, recording, arranging, mixing, and mastering. Max, also known as Max/MSP/Jitter, is a visual programming language for music and multimedia. Over its more than thirty-year history, it has been used by composers, performers, software designers, researchers, and artists to create recordings, performances, and installations. Depending on your interest I will show you how to use and customise each program to your needs, but also show you how to combine the two in order to get the best of the 2 worlds. Ableton and MaxMSP are a killer combo for anyone that wants to: - expand their musical instrument with electronic extensions - create custom made controllers for their live performances - create complex automations for live or studio use - produce music, compose, arrange - create automated VJ sets to accompany their live performance - create a live looping performance - control backing tracks for live performances - work on generative music - program art installations and much more I will give you sets & patches with examples to accompany the lessons, but also help you build your own creations in MaxMSP or Ableton.
Sound (music) · Computer programming · Ableton live
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David - Romainville, France$35
$35ABLETON LIVE - Music Production Course - Sound Design - from A to Z
Trusted teacher: Whether you are a beginner or experienced, the chain of an artistic, creative project requires certain knowledge and I am here to fill in the gaps. To guide you, inform you, support you in your creation. Today, you can do everything with a computer, from simple models to ultra-slick professional production. There are tips, tricks, a specific way of working for each project, which many do not know. I am here to teach you from A to Z all the techniques, basic and/or advanced, of this wonderful creation, sound design and production software, which is Ableton Live. I have worked extensively with Ableton Live for over 20 years. I have been a professional musician and producer for over 20 years with several tours and albums under my belt. I want to share my knowledge with those who have the desire to learn. Or simply tickle the music lover in you, but also awaken the youngest musically. From beginner to advanced, there is always, at some point, the need for outside help. And that’s where I come in! I don't have a pre-established lesson plan, I adapt to each student. It is very scalable, depending on the abilities of each person. Some examples of points that we could understand: - initiation via Ableton Live. Help with making a song, a groove, a mix. - Save these own creations... - Know tips to work in better conditions. - Creation and explanation of a template / working model which will facilitate your task, afterwards. - What are plugins? - ITB Mixer (Into the Box). - Sound design / sound design work. - Create your own sounds, work, compose with external machines... - I help you create your own effects and instrument racks. -An introduction to MaxForLive is also possible. The workshops are 2 hours long to allow enough time to grasp the various concepts and concrete examples. You will have access, via a download link, to the video session we worked on, a .pdf file with several links related to the session covered that day (free samples, free m4L files, links to interesting videos, etc.) Do not hesitate to contact me for more information, see you soon!
Computer generated music · Ableton live · Audio production
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Electronic Music Production – Ableton Live, Synthesis, Sound Design, Composition, Mixing, Mastering, and Live Performance (Amsterdam)
Jim
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I had been searching for electronic music production lessons for my son, who loves creating music on FL Studio, for some time. When I saw Jim's ad, I was impressed by his credentials and experience in the field, so I decided to book a lesson for my son. My son really enjoyed the lesson and found Jim's teaching style engaging and interactive. Jim was able to explain complex concepts in a way that was easy to understand, and he tailored the lesson to my son's interests, which made the learning experience even more enjoyable. My son left the lesson feeling inspired and motivated to continue with Jim as his tutor. As a parent, I am pleased to have found such a skilled and dedicated tutor, and I would highly recommend Jim to anyone looking for high-quality electronic music production lessons.
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Ableton Live / Make Beats / Write Melodies / Mac and Windows (Steglitz)
Niki
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I had a great first lesson using Ableton! Niki spent time helping me with my equipment set-up and also went through some of the settings with me. He explained things very clearly, answered my questions and showed me some of the basic things necessary to find my way as a beginner using Ableton. I now have a few things to try out and I'm excited to start experimenting and seeing what I can record. Thanks Niki!
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Music production, mixing and mastering, Ableton Live lessons (Bourg-la-Reine)
Geoffroy
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Geoffrey is very knowledgeable and a very good communicator, on top of being generally helpful and easy-going. In my first lesson with him, he already already taught me more than I had hoped for and shared valuable advice. Scheduling and preparation were smooth and easy and Geoffrey was well-prepared for the things I wanted to discuss in session.
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