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MAO courses (FR & ENG) | Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Ableton Live

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Course Objectives
This course is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of Digital Music Production, giving you the skills to create, record and produce music digitally. Whether you're just starting out or already have some experience, this course will guide you through the essential elements of music production.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Navigate efficiently in digital music production software (Logic Pro, Ableton, or Pro Tools).
- Set up a basic home studio
- Compose and arrange musical pieces
- Apply audio effects and automations
- Record, mix and export your compositions

Extra information

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Bring a laptop to class

Location

Online via webcam
At teacher's location: Avenue des Sept Bonniers, Forest, Belgique

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Age:
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Duration:
60 minutes
The class is taught in:French, English

About Me

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I'm Jérémie, an award-winning music composer specializing in composing for film. My academic career led me to study composition at the Royal Conservatory of Liège. In 2018, I enriched my skills by joining the InMICS program (International Master in Music for the Screen), where I immersed myself in the world of film music at the Royal Conservatory of Ghent and game music video at the University of Montreal.

Beyond my career as a composer, I have had the privilege of being a music teacher for several years. My passion for teaching stems from my desire to pass on my knowledge and expertise to the next generation of musicians and composers.

In 2021, I had the honor of composing the music for the film "Liberty", awarded at the Burbank International Film Festival and the International Sound & Film Music Festival (ISFMF).

Education

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Bachelor degree in composition at the Royal Conservatoire of Liège.
Certificate at the SAE Brussels institute.
Master degree: Conservatorium of Ghent (film music)
Master degree: University of Montreal (Video Game music)

Reviews (5)

The lessons were useful and professional. We thank Jérémie for the hours of study and the hospitable welcome. we recommend this teacher 100%. THANKS!
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Very kind and patient. Course adapted to my daughter's level.
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Jeremie is a perfect piano teacher with a lot of patience :)
Great course! The children, beginners, loved it and want more! Music with colors to discover the 1st piece, great!
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very nice ;)
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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
This private lesson is designed for students wishing to deepen their understanding and mastery of musical composition through the different historical periods ranging from Baroque music to Romantic music. At the end of this course, the student will be able to: - Write classical compositions respecting the rules and styles of the baroque, classical and romantic eras. - Connect chords in a harmonious and coherent manner. - Apply tonal rules specific to each musical period studied.
Do you love music but find sheet music mysterious? Do you play an instrument or sing, but want to really understand what you're doing? Join my in-person music theory classes: a lively, progressive learning experience adapted to everyone, whatever your level! Objective: to make music theory concrete, practical, and even... enjoyable! - Reading notes and rhythms - Listening and recognizing intervals - Understanding scales, chords, tones - Direct links with instrumental or vocal practice A caring, dynamic teaching approach focused on the pleasure of learning. In a small group, in a friendly and motivating atmosphere. No prerequisites necessary, just the desire to dive into the magical language of music!

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