COURSE OVERVIEW
Learn how to create, arrange, and produce professional-quality POP, ELECTRONIC, and EDM tracks in Master the Production: Ableton Live Course! Designed for beginners and intermediate producers, this course equips you with the tools and techniques needed to excel in music production.
Led by successful producer Spencer Bradham, you’ll learn proven methods for crafting dynamic beats and polished tracks. Gain insider strategies to stay ahead of industry trends and stand out in today’s competitive music scene.
By the end of this course, you’ll have the creative and technical skills to produce high-quality tracks, sell beats, and thrive as a songwriter, composer, or producer.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Song Arrangement & Sound Design – Create sophisticated, spacious productions.
Songwriting & Composition – Master structured writing, beat programming, and sequencing.
Ableton Live Essentials – Utilize software that revolutionized music production.
Production Techniques – Learn sequencing, synchronization, and troubleshooting.
Melody, Rhythm & Chord Progressions – Build catchy hooks, verses, and bridges.
Selling Your Beats – Learn how to gain placements and market your music.
IN-DEMAND PRODUCER
Renowned for his innovative techniques and trendsetting approach, Spencer Bradham consistently delivers fresh, creative content. With over 20 years of experience in Pop, Electronic, and EDM genres, he brings a wealth of expertise to the classroom. In this 7-class course, Spencer will guide you through essential production fundamentals, teaching you to master Ableton, craft unique sounds, and produce professional-grade instrumentals.
1-ON-1 INSTRUCTION
Our advanced music production classes are conducted exclusively in a 1-on-1 format, offering a personalized curriculum tailored to each student’s needs, flexible scheduling, a low-stress learning environment, and extensive hands-on practice. This focused approach ensures students receive consistent, dedicated guidance from their instructors, leading to more effective learning and improved outcomes.
7 CLASS CURRICULUM
CLASS 1: INTRO TO YOUR DAW & KEY COMMANDS
Learn the In’s & Out’s of Ableton Digital Audio Workstation and how to use it effectively
Understand how to work system settings (MIDI, Audio, General, Files, Project, Info)
Explore the layout & practice utilizing each setting
Learn the keyboard commands for a fast workflow
CLASS 2: LEARN HOW TO SAMPLE
Learn the different routes to find and use samples
Practice loading in various samples
Experiment breaking up samples, utilizing effects, and figure out what groove best fits your taste
Make a beat using midi
CLASS 3: MUSIC THEORY, CHORD PROGRESSIONS, MELODIES
Learn how to use the piano roll by creating chords & melodies with the different tools provided
Discover basic scales & chords in music theory so you do not have to reply on samples to create your own custom beats
Understand the importance of sound selection within melody creation
Learn how to use the piano roll to create drum grooves
Learn how the BPM matters for various beats and within the beat making process
CLASS 4: ARRANGEMENT CREATION
Learn how to construct various arrangement styles: Intro-Verse-PreChorus-Hook, etc
Understand how to tie in transitions to make a more cohesive beat
Practice drum selection & leveling
CLASS 5: MIXER
Learn the In’s & Out’s of the mixer
Discover the tools to develop your own personal sound
Discover every aspect of the render window
CLASS 6: MIXING
Understand EQ, compression, reverb & delay - then practice these within the class
Learn how to prepare files for collaboration or printing
Learn how to create a system for file organization.
CLASS 7: FINAL
The Student will work independently in a 10-hour session to complete an individualized music production project under the guise of our instructor
A Q&A with instructor to answer any questions and offer additional guidance for the set-up of home production rig or career goals in the music industry!
SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF COURse
At the end of our 7-class course, students earn a certificate of completion. But our real goal is to equip you with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to run your own home studio or navigate a professional one. Many of our students have gone on to build studios, work in pro recording facilities, and even land jobs at radio stations!
CONTINUED ABLETON LIVE SUPPORT
Even after completing this course, students remain connected to Spencer’s ongoing support and expertise. Spencer offers guidance and answering any additional questions they may have as they continue their music production journey. Whether it’s troubleshooting issues within the program or providing insights on specific techniques, Spencer ensures his students feel confident and supported long after the course ends. His dedication to their success creates a lasting bond and reinforces his commitment to their growth as music producers.
MORE INFORMATION
ELIGIBILITY: Anyone (beginner or intermediate) interested in learning music production within Ableton Live is eligible for this class.
LENGTH: This is a 7-class (58 total hours) course that is only delivered 1-on-1. Six 8-hour lessons. The final class is a full day (10 hours) of practical.
PRICE: $5000 for 1-on-1 instruction. The 1-on-1 tuition reflects a highly specialized curriculum, dedicated studio time, flexible schedule and personalized attention to the individual student. Ask about our payment plans!
TO REGISTER: We require a 50% deposit to reserve your seat. The balance is due by the start date of the course OR you can participate in our payment plan. There are no additional costs.
NEXT COURSE COUNTDOWN: 1-on-1 courses have “ongoing admissions” and can begin whenever you are ready. Scheduling is flexible for holidays.