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WORKSHOP INFO
Are you interested in learning how to produce your own music? Curious about what a producer actually does and how to produce your beats and songs using Ableton Live 11? Want to know how to put together your own basic home studio? What’s all the equipment involved?
Possible Worlds presents a fun introductory group workshop to explore the basics of Ableton Live 11 and music production. Join Facilitator Christian Guzmán Ramos to learn about how to get started with Ableton Live 11, the roots of electronic music production, beat making techniques, audio basics and synthesis programming to then apply your new knowledge to your own productions.
WHAT YOU'LL TAKE AWAY
An overview of Ableton Live 11 and its instruments and effects
Beat making, audio editing, MIDI editing, the basics of sound synthesis and sound design, sampling and resampling, warping, audio routing and mixing
Understanding the roots of electronic music production
How to DJ and perform with Ableton Live
Learn about the essential equipment for music production (audio interface, MIDI controllers, headphones, speakers and cables)
Checklist of equipment for live performances
Meet other likeminded music production enthusiasts
Know the essentials for future advanced Ableton workshops.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Your own laptop with Ableton Live software downloaded (free 90-day trial here)
Your own headphones
WHO IS THIS FOR?
Musicians, DJs, artists and creatives who want to learn about music production, audio and the equipment involved, or those wanting to learn a new skill to add to their music arsenal
WORKSHOP FACILITATOR
Christian Guzmán Ramos is a musician, educator and producer originally from Mexico City. He has performed on many stages and festivals around Mexico and Ottawa as well as Toronto and Montreal.
In 2012, Christian immigrated to Ottawa, where he works as an instructor and teaches private lessons for guitar, bass, ukulele, ensembles, audio, recording and electronic music production. He has participated in development programs for new artists with the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition, and he has received grants from the City of Ottawa for events and project development. Most recently, Christian was one of the instructor for the Computer Music program at Carleton University in Ottawa, where he is also continuing his studies in music composition.
He is administrator of the Ottawa Ableton user group (official), organizing community virtual and in-person events for music producers of all levels.
WORKSHOP FEE
PRICE: Sliding scale $75 to $95 + HST. To make this workshop as accessible as possible, we're offering different tiers of participation. The amount you choose to pay goes to our facilitators, materials and operating the space.
Spots are available on a first come, first served basis. A waiting list will be created once the spots are filled.
NEXT STEPS
After you register, you'll get an email confirming your payment and therefore your registration.
Look out for a reminder e-mail from us, a few days before the workshop (make sure to check your spam/junk folder).
COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
Limited to 5 people maximum per workshop. All participants must show proof of vaccination and ID at the shop entrance or they will not be permitted entry. No refunds will be given if a participant cannot show proof. Participants must remain masked during the workshop.
TERMS OF SERVICE AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Spots are non-refundable. By purchasing a spot or having someone purchase a spot for you, you also agree to our terms of service and cancellation policy.
Please note – You must be 18 years or older to take part in a workshop. If you wish to enroll someone under 18 years old please contact our studio to discuss.
QUESTIONS?
Contact us at info@possibleworldsshop.com.