Creative Audio Exploration: From Modular Synthesis to Sonic Journaling

From 44 £ /h

This is a unique hands-on class that blends creativity, sound design, and emotional reflection. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience with audio tools, you'll learn how to turn everyday sounds and electronic instruments into powerful expressions of thought and feeling.

You’ll use tools like modular synthesis, keyboard improvisation, found sounds, and chance-based games to:

Understand how sound influences mood, memory, and focus

Create your own sound pieces or “sonic journals”

Explore your creative flow without pressure or judgment

We may use equipment like synthesisers, turntables, vinyl records, field recorders, and even your own voice or body movements. The class adapts to your needs — whether you're curious, blocked creatively, or eager to learn new tools and techniques.

No modular experience needed — sessions are guided step by step and focus on playful exploration, not technical complexity.

Each session is structured but flexible, allowing you to experiment and leave with something meaningful.

Extra information

Bring your own laptop if you'd like to work with your own DAW (Ableton, Reason, etc.), or simply explore using the gear provided.

Headphones optional but helpful

You’re welcome to bring your own audio material, a vinyl, or a small instrument

No musical experience required — just curiosity!

Location

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At teacher's location :

Headstone Road, Harrow HA1 1PG, UK

About Me

I believe every learner is unique — with their own strengths, challenges, and ways of connecting with sound. That’s why I take a personalized approach to teaching, starting with a discovery session to understand your needs, goals, and creative style. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced artist, we’ll build a path that works for you.

As a freelance Audio Engineer, Sound Designer, Music Producer, and Live Performance DJ based in London — originally from Tenerife, Canary Islands — I bring years of hands-on experience across recording, modular synthesis, immersive sound design, and live performance. My creative work blends analog and digital, intuition and experimentation, structure and flow.

Teaching for me is not just about transferring knowledge — it’s about sparking curiosity and building confidence. Whether you want to master technical tools, explore creative improvisation, or develop your unique voice in performance, I’ll support you with the tools, mindset, and feedback you need to grow.

My sessions are flexible, sensory-rich, and designed to meet you where you are — in either English or Spanish.

Education

BSc (Hons) Audio Production – Middlesex University, London
Completed in partnership with SAE Institute, this degree provided a comprehensive foundation in studio recording, mixing, mastering, and audio post-production. Key modules included acoustics, digital signal processing, modular synthesis, and sound for media. Emphasis on both technical proficiency and creative development.

Audio Engineering Diploma – SAE Institute, London
Hands-on training in studio workflows, signal flow, microphone techniques, audio editing, and mixing across analog and digital platforms. Developed core skills in DAWs like Pro Tools, Ableton Live, and Logic Pro, as well as experience with modular hardware integration and multi-mic recording.

Music Technology & Sound Engineering Diploma – The Recording Workshop, London
Focused on practical studio techniques, live sound reinforcement, and multi-track production. Covered essential topics such as MIDI sequencing, synthesis, audio restoration, and mixing for different media formats.

Level 3 Certificate in Education & Training (EaT) – Community Music, London
A recognized teaching qualification tailored for educators in the creative industries. Developed skills in lesson planning, learner engagement, inclusive teaching strategies, and classroom management. Special emphasis on experiential learning and facilitating creative development through music.

Safeguarding in Music Education – Child Protection Company (UK)
Certified training focused on protecting young people and vulnerable adults in music and educational settings. Covers legal responsibilities, signs of abuse, online safety, and establishing safe, respectful learning environments.

Experience / Qualifications

Freelance Audio Engineer & Sound Designer (London & Remote)
• Years of experience in live sound, immersive environments, and modular setups
• Production and editing of music, podcasts, field recordings, and audio art
• Deep knowledge of Ableton Live, Reason, Traktor, Renoise, and hybrid audio systems

Live DJ & Performer
• Vinyl, digital, and hybrid DJing with Technics SL1200s and Traktor Z2
• Performances across underground scenes and experimental music nights
• Known for expressive, emotion-driven sets blending breakbeats, ambient textures, and sound manipulation

Creative Teaching & Mentoring
• One-to-one lessons and workshops in modular synthesis, DJing, creative sound design, and audio journaling
• Neurodivergent-friendly approach with focus on sensory tools, randomness, and reflection
• Lessons available in both English and Spanish

Age

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

30 minutes

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120 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Spanish

Skills

Audio production

Sound (music)

Computer generated music

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The Sound Doctor – Unlock Creative Flow with Audio Tools

44 £ /h

Stuck in a creative rut? Feeling overwhelmed or disconnected from your flow? This session is like a sonic therapy lab — where we diagnose your creative block and build a custom audio-based routine to help you move forward.

We combine tools from DJing, modular synthesis, breathwork, ambient sound, and improvisation to:

Identify what's blocking your creative energy

Reconnect through sound-based exercises (tailored to you)

Use rhythm, drones, randomness, or silence to shift your state

Build a daily or weekly practice to stay inspired

No modular experience required — all exercises are adapted to your level, and modular elements are used creatively and supportively, not technically.

💡 Examples of personalized exercises:

Overthinking? → random patching, dice games, modular disruptions

Stuck in loops? → turntable scratching, reverse sampling, rule-breaking patterns

Low energy? → rhythmic tapping, delay feedback, movement + sound combos

Disconnected? → voice loops, breath-controlled textures, flute or ambient layering

🎯 Ideal for artists, musicians, writers, and creatives who want to shift their inner state and unlock playful, intuitive energy.

Randomize Your Brain – Audio Games for Focus & Flow

44 £ /h

This class is a creative gym for your brain — using sound, randomness, and movement to break through overthinking, improve focus, and spark new ideas.

You’ll explore playful, improvisation-based audio games that involve:

Using modular or software tools with random elements (like Cellz, dice, or generative sequencers)

Exploring simple modular patches on a compact Nifty Case to generate unpredictable sounds and evolving patterns

Creating mini sound stories from surprise prompts

Reacting instantly to vinyl textures, field recordings, or environmental sound

Building short rhythmic or melodic patterns from chance rolls

Developing confidence and flow without worrying about getting it “right”

🎯 Ideal for:

Artists, musicians, and DJs looking to break creative patterns

Students and neurodivergent learners needing focus tools

Anyone who wants to explore sound as play, not pressure

No modular experience needed — all patches and tools are guided step by step, and the focus is on experimentation, not complexity.

Expect laughter, surprises, and maybe a little chaos — but always with reflection at the end to ground your experience.

Riccardo

5.0

(1)

I am an experienced electronic music producer and enthusiastic teacher with students of different levels.

I love sharing my knowledge and to inspire other producers and musicians. I like to focus on the individual skills and goals, and to make specific lesson plans based on each student needs (i.e. for beginners - have a full understanding of production techniques and software features / produce releasable tracks within 6 months; for advanced students - finding a signature sound, improving sound design and mixing skills)

Because of my expertise and versatility, I can teach many different styles of music. As an artist, I mainly focus on producing techno, IDM and house but I have a broad understanding of contemporary music and current trends because of my strong background as a drummer.

Luca

5.0

(1)

Music theory to help with assignments, and practice toward exams.
Music Production and composition in different genres: Recording, editing, mixing and mastering.
Sound Design and Audio Production for film, radio and games: scripting, foley, ADR, recording, editing, production and synching.
Music performance, Improvisation.
Cello Performance

Alex

5.0

(1)

Whether it is songs you want to learn or music grades to prepare for, my lessons are tailor made for your enjoyment and progress.
I like to set goals for progress whilst encouraging my pupils to have fun as that is what music is all about!

The following topics are an example of what can be covered in you lesson:

- Songs you would like to learn
- Technique (finger style, pick playing, positioning)
- Playing different styles of music
- Soloing
- Ear training
- Scales
- Sight reading
- Theory
- Grades or exam tuition

Giovanni

5.0

(1)

My method is ... LEARN BY MAKING YOUR MUSIC!

The student will learn techniques, stylistic elements, tricks ... already by working on his first tracks: to keep motivation and satisfaction high, the result is always visible!
The lessons are face-to-face and personalised according to the level of experience and the musical style of the student. The presentation of the information is clear and accompanied by practical examples.

I'll show you how to:
- use Ableton Live,
- program and control synthesizers and virtual instruments,
- use microphone and sound card to record your voice and your instruments,
- process sound with effects (plugins) and optimize it for diffusion (mixing and mastering),
- make your songs, from start to the last details.

I also speak Spanish, French, German and Italian.

Chris

5.0

(1)

I specialise in writing and composing music for all levels. The student will need to have a music programme such as Logic or Ableton in order to be able to take this class.

The topics we will cover are:
Structure and arrangment.
Rhythm.
Harmony.
Advanced Harmony.
Bass Lines.
Lyrics.
Instrumentation.
Arrangement.

Rida

5.0

(1)

Instrument Tuition:

Very flexible approach, I will teach based on individual needs. Beginners will learn the basics of the guitar, basic chords, basic scales etc. And advanced players will learn more complex chords, intricate scales, harmonies and improvisation.

If you just want to learn how to play your favourite songs, then I will teach you how to do that. If you want to learn about song writing, I will teach you that. Anything and everything.

Logic Pro X:

Equally as flexible and I will adhere to individual needs, I may need to start from the very basics even for proficient users. I have many years of experience and I graduated from Manchester MIDI School as a specialist in Logic Pro X. I will explain, demonstrate and test students about each subject per lesson.

We will look at MIDI, editing, recording, compression, EQ, Mastering, mixing, time stretching, FX, plugins, remixing, audio design, sound manipulation and so on.

Elize

5.0

(1)

Feel like picking up a new hobby? Want to refresh your knowledge? Looking for a new way to be creative?

Why not learn how to read and write music - who knows, maybe you're a composer at heart?

I have created a seven step program that takes you through the basics and teaches how to recognize clefs, range, and expands the limits of possibilities. While day 1 is an introduction on the build of music and what notes are, by day 5 you already understand how key signatures work and how to write down a tune that you hear somewhere.

Or, maybe, you have an instrument and always wanted to be able to pick up a piece of music and be able to play it? Or, perhaps, it is time to become the composer and notate your creations to better remember and share? Whatever it might be, learning to read and write music gives you a new, exciting skill and opens a door to a whole new world!

Spiros

5.0

(1)

Logic Pro X is the most used DAW right now. It can be challenging for musicians or aspiring music producers to get the hang of it as usually the basics of audio mixing and production are not understood well, and so it gets in the way of songwriting ending up being frustrating!
Whether you are using Logic Pro X, or any other DAW I can teach you the basics of recording vocals and other instruments, the essentials about understanding signal chains and how to use compressors equalisers as well as reverbs and delays, how to mix and master.
I teach in my home studio in Battersea in Logic Pro X, but if you use any other DAW you are welcome to bring your own laptop so you can learn how to use your own equipment in the most efficient way!
Alternatively I can teach via Zoom.

Gregorio

5.0

(1)

Drumming is a powerful experience for all ages and music levels even if you play a melodic instrument. I have designed a learning programme suitable for a wide variety of music needs and aims. I have a long experience teaching, performing, recording and producing music that have let me explore melodic instruments like keyboards, guitar, and bass. It has given to me a broad musical approach to the drums with a ensemble situation perspective.

This class is for drummers who want to be part of a music project or want to improve their ensemble music skils. All the levels. Children from 7 to 80 welcome.

Paul

5.0

(1)

I am a professional music producer & DJ of 15 years. I have studied Music Production at Leeds College of Music & toured as a DJ since.

I'd like to help people to access this industry and to develop their music production skills, their music and their understanding of the Dance Music Industry as a whole.

I can offer this to you with my first hand experience of this as a recording artist and can happily provide evidence of this when we speak.

I am offering 1-2-1 classes to help with your journey with Ableton.

This could be starting from nothing or developing your existing music.

I want to share my knowledge with others and hep them with their music.

Here is what I can offer
-Ableton basics - Learn the program & produce your first track
-Develop existing projects / more advanced learning and engineering help.
-Understand better & develop your arrangment & mixing skills.
-Already a pro but want assistance with your music and developing ideas.
-Industry tips / get your music signed.

Jermaine

5.0

(1)

Welcome to my song writing session, within these sessions you will learn

1. How to structure a song
2. How to think of topics to write a song
3. Finding and creating music to match song ideas
4. How to put words and rhymes together

My tutoring sessions are very relaxed and easy going my first approach when starting out in the sessions is finding out about my students personality and what topics they like and means the most to them, after that we will write down all the ideas they come up with and build from there until we have a finished song.I can teach a various genres of song writing techniques for example Hip Hop, Grime R&B Gospel, Soul and many more

Looking forward to teaching you
Jermaine

Juan

5.0

(1)

When it comes to my teaching style, it's all about getting hands-on with lessons that are seriously dynamic. We dive into a world of visual examples and cool exercises, making learning electronic music production an absolute blast, all while keeping an eye on those crucial theoretical foundations.

I love whipping up a unique learning plan for each student, whether you're just starting out or already rocking some serious skills.

Mode:
- Online (via Zoom, where I can record the lesson so you can watch it on your own time)
- In-person (I'll grab a studio room to keep things comfy)

My story:
- Currently jamming with DNB ACADEMY, the go-to online school for mastering Drum & Bass music.
- Rolling with the big guns of Drum & Bass / Jungle labels in the UK like Dispatch Recordings, Sofa Sound, Flexout Audio & Rebel Music.
- Gigging in over 18 countries across Europe and South America, hitting up killer festivals like Outlook & Let it roll.
- I've been in the music production game for over 8 years back in Colombia, teaching at hotspots like DNA MUSIC, DJ ACADEMY & EL CLUB DE AUDIO. Plus, I've had loads of one-on-one sessions with awesome people from all around the world. Let's create some beats together!

Michael

5.0

(1)

I’m a Music Producer with experience in sound design and composition for moving image.
I have been using Ableton as my main daw for 12 years for electronic music production, ranging from pop and experimental music to studio recording sessions.

In the last few years, I’ve been focusing on assisting producers and songwriters with developing and improving their live electronic performance workflow. I can also provide consultancy on this topic, whether you’re interested in performing or rearranging your material.

This course is recommended for anyone who wants to discover the basics of Ableton Live or learn new music production techniques to extend their practice.
The course is flexible and can be tailored to everybody’s needs.

You’re sincerely encouraged to contact me to share your ideas and tell me about your projects to find a way together to develop your work and extend your Ableton knowledge by doing so.

Samson

5.0

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Samson is a multi-award-winning music producer and accomplished multi-instrumentalist with over a decade of experience in the music industry. Renowned for his creative versatility, he excels in music production, beat making, and programming across various genres. As a passionate educator, Sammyoung has over 5 years of experience teaching piano, guitar, and drums, as well as mentoring aspiring producers in the art of music production and digital audio workstations. His hands-on approach and deep industry knowledge have inspired many students to pursue professional careers in music.
Instrumental Tuition: Piano, Guitar, Drums Music Production & Beat Making DAWs: Logic Pro, FL Studio, Ableton Live Music Theory & Composition Studio Recording Techniques Lesson Planning & Student Assessment One-on-One and Group Teaching Youth Mentorship and Confidence Building Passionate Music Teacher with 5+ years of successfully teaching Piano, Guitar, and Drums

Matt

5.0

(1)

Online sessions are held using Muse Sessions, which allows us to listen, view, and interact with your music software in real time.

My approach is fully tailored to your goals. Sessions typically focus on finishing tracks, developing ideas, improving arrangement and mixdowns, sound design, and building a more confident and efficient creative workflow.

We’ll work directly with your own music wherever possible, using it as the basis for focused, practical progress. We can also analyse and deconstruct released tracks that inspire you, breaking down structure, sound choices, and production techniques so you can apply them to your own work.

Alongside this, I’m happy to share insight from my own projects and releases, offering perspective on creative decision-making, workflow, and long-term development as an artist. For those interested in sound design, sessions can cover synthesis, samplers, effects, routing, modular and practical ways to get the most out of the tools you already use, whether software or hardware.

I also offer guidance on the wider industry side of music, including preparing music for release, getting signed, developing an artistic identity, self-releasing, content creation, and composing for film and TV.

These sessions are best suited to committed beginners through to intermediate producers who want clear feedback, direction, and momentum in their work.