This course will explore creative sound design for Music using Ableton Live
Within this course you will explore various tools which will allow you to work with both recorded and synthesised sounds.
This short course is designed and written for musicians / artists / music producers who are interested in developing new skills in sound design and composition.
The aim of the course is to create a community space for creatives to come together to make and share while providing the space and structure for them to develop some new ideas and techniques
This course is suitable for beginners. Cost: £240
Duration: 2 Days In Person (12 hours)
Dates:
- 11-12 September 2025
- 6-7 January 2026
- 23-24 April 2026
What you will need:
If you have some of your own recorded sounds that you would like to work with then please bring them. Otherwise, we will provide you with a sound library
Course Outline
Day 1
Introduction to Ableton Live
- Interface: Clip view vs Arrangement view
- Working with Recorded Sound
Creating a Live Setup
- Live setup and Midi Control
Shaping and Sculpting Sound
- Working with Volume Envelopes
Sound Design
- Sound Design using Ableton Plugins
Day 2
Sound Synthesis
- Sound Synthesis in Ableton
Form and Structure
- Creating tension and release
Mixing and Arranging
- Giving space to your sounds (Panning)
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