Ableton Push 2 - Primed And Ready

Use Ableton (and Push 2) to develop familiarity with techniques and music theory for music production and performance.

What you'll learn
Learn music theory using Ableton's devices and piano roll
Get up to speed using Push 2 to track beats and chords
Layer device chains and plugins to create polished productions
Program familiar beats
Requirements
Access to Ableton and Push 2 (recommended)
Desire to learn :)
Description
Ableton and Push have evolved and grown into the premier electronic music performance tool. However, (like any instrument) the artist can only express themselves and make music if they understand the tools. If you’re new to Ableton or coming from another software and you’re looking for clear, concise guidance for making music and understanding the Ableton/Push workflow… this course is for you :)Getting CreativeThe course starts by diving into a real-world track that uses device chains, virtual instruments and presets. As the first section progresses, you'll walkthrough an Ableton project as its fully dissected and explained - channel by channel, effect by effect. The first section presents a multi-faceted, layered track that shows how creative we can be inside Ableton!Piano RollSince the piano roll is where many Ableton users (even Push users) spend a fair amount of time, I’ve included an entire section of lessons on the piano roll. Since music theory is so closely related to our work in the piano roll, many of the lessons in this section combine Ableton workflow with music theory. You’ll learn:Building Scales (major and minor)Keyboard shortcuts and workflow accelerationCreative use of MIDI devicesHow to craft good sub-bassWrite chord progressions using numeralsDemystify PushOnce you get your hands on a Push 2, you'll probably feel 2 things: (1) excitement about this awesome, powerful instrument and (2) frustration that it seems complex.  Section 4 of this course demystifies the Push.  You'll learn about Push's 2 main modes - In Key and Chromatic.  You'll learn how these modes are different, how the pads present different visual feedback and when you should use one rather than the other.The section on Push Pads demonstrates the easiest ways to play chords and melodies on the Push - like a real instrument.  Once again, you'll learn how music theory plays a role in the way pads are illuminated and played.  You'll learn about playing extended chords and using arpeggiators to add motion to your performances.Rhythm is KingOf course, electronic music (and ANY music, really) is only as good as the beat underneath.  If you've got unresolved questions about those 'fraction' buttons down the right side of your push OR you're wondering how to create more compelling beats, the section on rhythm theory will keep you covered!  You'll learn about:Beats, 1/4, 1/8's and timingCreated complex polyrhythmic beatsHumanizing your beatsProgramming familiar beats:HouseUK Garage2-StepAfter completing the lessons on rhythm, you'll understand beats intellectually AND you'll feel more confident using your Push to make beats and get level-up your tracks.Well-Rounded & CompleteThe last main section in the course is a video reference that will help you get clear on any aspect of music theory that might still be confusing.  From key signatures to triplets, this course will answer your questions and explain everything a context that makes perfect sense inside of Ableton or on your Push!Each section has been thoughtfully taught - always bringing up the most useful answers to the most common questions.  No filler.  If you're new to Ableton and Push, this course will get you where you need to be.  I've been working with Ableton since version 4 and I've performed live for years with both the original Push and the Push 2.  This course is culmination of what I know is useful to every beginner.  The course sections contain a quiz and a project - extra tools for you to evaluate your progress and stay focused as you learn.  The quizzes are short, but a great way to make sure you're picking up the most important info from each section.  The projects offer you an optional way to practice and consolidate everything you're learning through real-world application.If at anytime you have questions, concerns or suggestions - simply message me or post in the discussion.  I'm super-committed to my online students and I'll always get back to you and be as helpful as I can be.  Thanks for checking out this course.  Now, let's get started!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Music We'll Study

Lecture 3 Tips for This Course!

Section 2: Layering & Music Theory

Lecture 4 Getting Started

Lecture 5 Bass Device Chain

Lecture 6 Sub Bass Device Chain

Lecture 7 Grand Piano Device Chain

Lecture 8 Dance Dot Track

Lecture 9 Pad & Layering

Lecture 10 Layers Dissected

Lecture 11 Section Project Outline

Section 3: Concepts on the Piano Roll

Lecture 12 Deriving Scales

Lecture 13 Relative Scales

Lecture 14 Major Harmony (Chords)

Lecture 15 Minor Harmony (Chords)

Lecture 16 Progressions & Numerals

Lecture 17 Piano Roll Keyboard Tips

Lecture 18 Piano Roll Harmony

Lecture 19 Chord MIDI Device

Lecture 20 Arpeggios & Arpeggiators

Lecture 21 P5 Sub Bass

Lecture 22 Compound Arpeggiator

Lecture 23 Scale MIDI Device

Lecture 24 Summary & Section Project Outline

Section 4: Pad Patterns on Push 2

Lecture 25 Overview & Goals

Lecture 26 In Key vs. Chromatic

Lecture 27 "Triangles" and Numerals

Lecture 28 Performing Chords

Lecture 29 Extensions & Compounds

Lecture 30 Arpeggiator Extensions

Section 5: Rhythm Theory

Lecture 31 Duple & Triple Rhythms

Lecture 32 Simple Polyrhythms

Lecture 33 Multi-Clip Polyrhythms

Lecture 34 Dotted Delay

Lecture 35 Humanizing & Randomizing

Lecture 36 Beatmaking: House

Lecture 37 Beatmaking: UK Garage

Lecture 38 Beatmaking: 2 Step

Lecture 39 Tips & Section Wrap-Up

Section 6: Terms & Concepts

Lecture 40 Pitch

Lecture 41 Enharmonic Equivalents

Lecture 42 Whole & Half Steps

Lecture 43 Chromatic Scale

Lecture 44 Major Scale Formula

Lecture 45 Minor Scale Formula

Lecture 46 Arpeggios

Lecture 47 Key Signature

Lecture 48 1/4 Notes & Subdivisions

Lecture 49 1/16th Grid

Lecture 50 Triplet Grid

Section 7: Conclusion

Lecture 51 Conclusion & Summary

Lecture 52 Bonus Lecture

Beginner music producers who want to learn about composing music with Ableton's tools,Beginner Ableton users who want to use music theory in Ableton,Anyone getting started making music with Ableton and Push