Ai Music Production Boot Camp: Create Music In Ableton

Music Production, Ableton Live, Music Theory, Music Composition, Music Mixing, Sound Design, Audio Engineering, AI

What you'll learn

Produce Music from Scratch

Compose and Write songs

Produce Music in Any Genre

Use Ableton Live

Explore AI music

Requirements

No prior experience needed. You will learn everything you need to know!

Description

Are you ready to Supercharge Your  Inspiration, Master Music Production, and Make Your Own Music?Fantastic! Welcome to the Number 1 Music Production Boot Camp!Music Production might seem overwhelming, but we will cover every aspect from how to use the software to composing your own beats AND we'll dive into the cutting edge of AI music. So your musical ideas can flow freely without any technical roadblocks!This is a once-in-a-lifetime moment where we can ride the first wave of AI music and create like never before!Produce Your Own Musical MasterpieceThis course teaches you how to produce drums, beats, basslines, chords, harmonies, melodies, AI music, how to use Ableton Live & more! NOTE:  I use Ableton Live 11 Suite. But you will be able to follow along in any D.A.W. (Music is music whether you're in Logic, Fruity Loops, Protools, Or Ableton)By the end of this course, You'll write, record, compose, and produce original music from scratch! You’ll work right alongside me to learn these main steps:Drums: Master Rhythms and BeatsDelve into the heartbeat of music production: the drums. Learn to craft compelling rhythms and beats that form the backbone of any track. We cover drum programming basics, exploring different genres, and techniques for creating dynamic drum patterns.Grasp the essentials of drum sequencing and beat-makingExplore genre-specific drum patterns for a diverse soundTechniques for layering and texturing to create unique drum soundsUtilize MIDI and audio samples effectively for drum productionLearn to process Live DrumsBass: Building the Groove Foundation The bass is more than just a set of low-frequency notes; it's the groove's soul. In this chapter, we focus on constructing solid bass lines that complement and enhance your rhythms.Understand the role of bass in various music genresTechniques for creating bass lines that groove with your drumsExplore synthesis and sampling for crafting unique bass soundsTips for EQing and processing bass for clarity and punchMusic Theory: Understanding the Language of Sound Music theory isn't just for classical composers. In this chapter, we break down music theory into practical, easy-to-understand concepts applicable to modern music production.Learn the fundamentals of scales, chords, and progressionsDiscover how to create emotional impact with harmonic choicesApply music theory to enhance your songwriting and arrangingExplore modal theory for more advanced harmonic conceptsAbleton: Harnessing the Full PotentialAbleton Live is a powerhouse for music production. We go beyond the basics to show you how to fully utilize its features for creative and efficient workflows.Advanced techniques in arrangement and session viewsExplore Ableton’s unique devices and effects for sound shapingDemistify the sounds, effects, and features of Ableton LiveAutomating and mapping for dynamic performances and mixesHarmony: Painting Cohesive Musical LandscapesHarmony is the art of turning sound into emotion. This chapter teaches you how to use harmonic elements to create cohesive and emotive musical landscapes.Understanding chord structures and their emotional impactTechniques for creating colorful instrument and synth partsExploring every genre and the role that harmony plays in modern musicUtilize harmonic tension and release to keep listeners engagedSound Design: The Art and Science of Sculpting SoundSound design is an essential skill for any music producer. Learn to shape and mold sounds to fit your creative vision. Basics of synthesis: oscillators, filters, envelopes, and modulatorsSampling and manipulation for unique sound texturesExplore sound layering and spatial effects for depthTechniques for creating signature sounds that define your styleMelody: Write Memorable Melodies and Find Your Unique VoiceA great melody can make a song unforgettable. This chapter guides you in writing melodies that resonate with your audience and express your unique musical identity.Techniques for crafting catchy and emotive melodiesThe interplay of melody with harmony and rhythmDeveloping motifs and thematic developmentFinding your unique melodic voiceComposing and Arranging: Crafting Songs From Start to FinishComposing and arranging are the processes of bringing your musical ideas to life. Learn how to develop your initial ideas into fully realized compositions.Structuring your songs for maximum impactBalancing repetition and variation to maintain interestTechniques for dynamic arranging and orchestrationIntegrating different elements for a cohesive songMixing and Mastering: Perfecting Your SoundMixing and mastering are crucial for the final polish of your tracks. This chapter covers techniques to blend and balance your elements for a professional sound.Fundamentals of mixing: levels, panning, EQ, and dynamicsCreative use of effects for texture and spaceMastering basics: Saturation, limiting, and stereo imagingReference tracks and finding objectivity in the subjective worldAI Music: Exploring the New Frontier AI in music production is a rapidly evolving field. Discover how AI tools can enhance your creativity and workflow, and what the future may hold for AI in music.Overview of current AI music production toolsCreative applications of AI in composing and sound designEthical considerations and the role of AI in the music industryFuture trends and possibilities in AI-assisted music creation11. Beyond These Lessons  You've made it! We worked together to grow from beginners (or wherever you came in) to advanced and confident Music producers. In this last step, we take a look back on the journey we're been through and how you can continue to progress beyond this course!Analyze and deconstruct different Songs & Song StructuresLearn the basics of Mixing and MasterMake your own Master PieceSynthesize, recap, and review all of the most important information learned in the courseIntegrate the tools and knowledge to continue improving after graduating from this courseAccept my creative challenge to make your own music!My Biggest Goal for You:The goal of this course is to give you all the knowledge and techniques that you need to enjoy and conquer Music Production and create music that you are truly proud of!I Got Your Back!If you have any questions about Music Production, Music Theory, Music Mixing, or Ableton Live just ask me! I’ll respond A.S.A.P.!My CredentialsWith millions of streams and views I’ve been producing music in Ableton for 14+ years, and I’d love to share all my knowledge with you!Creating Incredible Music No Matter What:Whether you're a singer, musician, Dj, music producer, or none of the above, the actionable takeaways from this course will take your skills to the next level regardless of prior experience!You'll have lifetime access to:• 272 Individual video lessons• 24+ Hours of learning content• 3 Skill levels from beginner, intermediate, advanced• 15 Downloadable and editable project files• 600 Gigabytes of streamable content• Updates to all future course materials• One-on-one with me in the Q&A section   100 + pages of resourcesWhat you'll learn in this course will make Music Production your home away from home!  You’ll learn every nook and cranny of Ableton, and these skills will translate into all other Digital Audio Workstations! Plus You’ll Learn Music Theory, Mixing, and Mastering Along the Way!BROUGHT TO YOU BY MUSICIAN, PRODUCER, COMPOSER, AUDIO ENGINEER, AND AI EXPERT, BENZA MAMANIf you’re ready to Create, Record, and Edit Your Own Music in Ableton Live 11, then this is the course for you!If you want to Create, Record, and Edit Your Own Music then, this is the course for you.I'll see you inside!Benza

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Course Introduction

Lecture 2 Meet Your Instructor

Lecture 3 Tools & Gear Needed

Lecture 4 Course Overview

Lecture 5 Learning Activity - Exploring Ableton

Section 2: Ableton Basics

Lecture 6 Chater Overview

Lecture 7 Navigate the Top Bar

Lecture 8 Explore the Left Bar

Lecture 9 Create Audio & MIDI Tracks

Lecture 10 Introduction to Samples & Synths

Lecture 11 Unleash the Audio Effects

Lecture 12 Unleash the Audio Effects Part 2

Lecture 13 MIDI Effects Magic

Lecture 14 Learn Send & Return Tracks

Lecture 15 Learn Send & Return Tracks Part 2

Lecture 16 The Session & Arrangement View

Lecture 17 Arming, Soloing, & Muting!

Lecture 18 Creating MIDI Clips

Lecture 19 Unveil the Piano Roll

Lecture 20 MIDI Clips Extras & Zooming

Lecture 21 Decoding the Bottom Bar

Lecture 22 Gain Staging Essentials

Lecture 23 Connect Your Audio Interface

Lecture 24 Customize with Preferences

Lecture 25 Recording Techniques

Lecture 26 How to Save

Lecture 27 Organization Tips

Lecture 28 Learning Activity: Let the Magic Begin

Section 3: Ableton Advanced

Lecture 29 Living on the Grid

Lecture 30 MIDI Programming

Lecture 31 Create Drama with Velocity & Chance

Lecture 32 Playing MIDI Notes

Lecture 33 Quantize to Perfection

Lecture 34 Dive Into the Groove Pool

Lecture 35 Audio Editing - Sculpt Your Sound

Lecture 36 Warping - Bend Time & Space

Lecture 37 Warping - Bend Time & Space Part 2

Lecture 38 Advanced Audio Settings

Lecture 39 Unlock Resampling

Lecture 40 Automation Techniques

Lecture 41 Automation Techniques Part 2

Lecture 42 Fades - Smooth the Edges

Lecture 43 Groups - Organize & Optimize

Lecture 44 Groups - Organize & Optimize Part 2

Lecture 45 Insert & Delete Space

Lecture 46 Plug-ins - Pro Level Audio

Lecture 47 Plug-ins - Pro Level Audio Part 2

Lecture 48 Exporting - Share Your Masterpiece!

Lecture 49 Hot Keys - Accelerate Your Workflow

Lecture 50 Template Creation

Lecture 51 Keyboards & Beat Pads

Lecture 52 Learning Activity - Advanced Audio Editing

Section 4: Sounds of Ableton

Lecture 53 Analog - Dive Into Synthesis

Lecture 54 Analog - Dive Into Synthesis Part 2

Lecture 55 Collision - Master the Mallet

Lecture 56 Collision - Master the Mallet Part 2

Lecture 57 Drum Rack - Get Your Groove On

Lecture 58 Electric - Crafting the Perfect Keys

Lecture 59 Impulse - Shape Your Percussive Soundscapes

Lecture 60 Instrument Rack - Organize and Optimize Your Sounds

Lecture 61 Operator - FM Synthesis Essentials

Lecture 62 Operator - FM Synthesis Essentials Part 2

Lecture 63 Sampler - Take Control of Your Samples

Lecture 64 Sampler - Take Control of Your Samples Part 2

Lecture 65 Simpler - Streamlined Sampling Made Easy

Lecture 66 Tension - Create Expressive String Sounds

Lecture 67 Tension - Create Expressive String Sounds Part 2

Lecture 68 Wavetable - Explore the Power of Synthesis

Lecture 69 Wavetable - Explore the Power of Synthesis Part 2

Lecture 70 Loops & Samples - Curate To Perfection

Lecture 71 Learning Activity - Experiment with the Sounds Of Ableton

Section 5: AI Music: The Future is Now

Lecture 72 AI Music Chapter Overview

Lecture 73 Soundraw.io - Music at the Click of a Button

Lecture 74 MusicLM - Generative Music

Lecture 75 TryReplay.io - Overview

Lecture 76 TryReplay.io - Emulate Any Voice

Lecture 77 Wavtool - Overview

Lecture 78 Wavtool - Top Bar

Lecture 79 Wavtool - Bottom Bar

Lecture 80 Wavtool - Left Bar

Lecture 81 Wavtool - Editing MIDI Notes

Lecture 82 Wavtool - Matrix and Sound Design

Lecture 83 Wavtool - Audio Effects

Lecture 84 Wavtool - Generative Samples and Sample Library

Lecture 85 Wavtool - AI Composer

Lecture 86 Wavtool - Arrangment

Lecture 87 Aiva - Overview

Lecture 88 Aiva - The Top Bar

Lecture 89 Aiva - The Left Bar

Lecture 90 Aiva - Editor

Lecture 91 Aiva - Audio Effects

Lecture 92 Aiva - MIDI Notes

Lecture 93 Aiva - Adding instruments

Lecture 94 Aiva - Composing with AI

Lecture 95 ChatGPT - Layout, Interface, and Functionality

Lecture 96 ChatGPT - Writing Lyrics

Lecture 97 ChatGPT - Chord Progressions

Section 6: History & Resources

Lecture 98 History of Music Production

Lecture 99 History of Music Production Part 2

Lecture 100 Song Anatomy - The Parts That Make Up a Song

Lecture 101 Student Recourses Folder Overview

Lecture 102 Announcement for Older Versions of Ableton

Lecture 103 Jump Into the Creative

Lecture 104 Learning Activity - Study the Stems

Section 7: Drums

Lecture 105 Counting Rhythm - Basics

Lecture 106 Counting Rhythm - Advanced

Lecture 107 Crafting Drums In Ableton

Lecture 108 Drum Beat Anatomy - What Makes a Drum Beat

Lecture 109 The Two Main Beats

Lecture 110 The Reggaeton Beat

Lecture 111 Samples & Loops - Enhance Your Beats

Lecture 112 Ableton Drumkits

Lecture 113 Sample One-shots

Lecture 114 Play Your Drums

Lecture 115 Program Drums

Lecture 116 Kicks & Snares Fly the Nest

Lecture 117 What is EQ?

Lecture 118 What is Compression?

Lecture 119 What is Reverb?

Lecture 120 Snare Drums - The Backbone of Your Beat

Lecture 121 Snare Drums - The Backbone of Your Beat

Lecture 122 Kick Drums - Drive Your Groove

Lecture 123 Kick Drums - Drive Your Groove Part 2

Lecture 124 Kick Drums - Compression and Reverb

Lecture 125 Hight Hats - Add Sizzle to Your Sound

Lecture 126 Hight Hats - Add Sizzle to Your Sound Part 2

Lecture 127 Chance

Lecture 128 Hight Hats - Processing

Lecture 129 Hight Hats - Different Kinds of Hight Hats

Lecture 130 Cymbals, Rides, and Crashes for Impact

Lecture 131 Toms - Epic & Powerful

Lecture 132 Fills - Transition with Flair

Lecture 133 Processing Live Drums

Lecture 134 Percussion, Shakers, & Tambourines

Lecture 135 Latin & Electronic Percussion - Bongos & Bleeps

Lecture 136 Latin & Electronic Percussion - Bongos & Bleeps Part 2

Lecture 137 Building a Beat in Ableton

Lecture 138 Building a Beat in Ableton - Pro

Lecture 139 Study the Greats - Learn from Your Favorite Drum Beats

Lecture 140 Learning Activity - Make Your Own Beats

Section 8: Music Theory

Lecture 141 What Is Music Theory?

Lecture 142 How is the Piano Organized?

Lecture 143 Notes - The Building Blocks of Music

Lecture 144 Scales - Navigate the World of Notes

Lecture 145 What is a Key?

Lecture 146 Advanced Scales

Lecture 147 Harmony Explained

Lecture 148 Common Chords

Lecture 149 Common Chords Minor

Lecture 150 Advanced Chords

Lecture 151 Advanced Chords Part 2

Lecture 152 Music Theory

Lecture 153 Learning ActivIty Writing Chord Progressions In Ableton

Section 9: Bass

Lecture 154 Bass - How Low Can You Go?

Lecture 155 Exploring Different Kinds of Basslines

Lecture 156 Basic Basslines

Lecture 157 Basic Basslines Part 2

Lecture 158 808s - The Power of Low Frequencies

Lecture 159 Leave Your Roots - Alternative Bass Notes

Lecture 160 Rhythmic House Basslines

Lecture 161 Walking Basslines

Lecture 162 80s Rolling Basslines

Lecture 163 The Ideal Bassline

Lecture 164 Sub Bass - Dive into the Depths

Lecture 165 Acoustic Bass Sounds

Lecture 166 Synths Bass Sounds

Lecture 167 Bass Samples & Loops

Lecture 168 Recording Live Bass

Lecture 169 Compress Your Bass - Tighten and Control

Lecture 170 EQ Your Bass - Sculpt the Perfect Low End

Lecture 171 Distort Your Bass - Add Character & Grit

Lecture 172 No Reverb On Bass

Lecture 173 Learn from the Masters - Study Iconic Bass Parts

Lecture 174 Finding Bass in Ableton - Unlock Your Resources

Lecture 175 Third-Party Plugins Showcase

Lecture 176 Learning Activity - Drop Your Very Own Bass

Section 10: Harmony

Lecture 177 Harmony Unveiled

Lecture 178 Chord Patterns - Set the Vibe

Lecture 179 Vamping & Rhythmic Chords - Energize Your Harmony

Lecture 180 Plucks - Add Energy to Your Harmonic Patterns

Lecture 181 Arpeggios - Unleash the Power of Sequential Harmony

Lecture 182 Riffs - Memorable Harmonic Motifs

Lecture 183 Melodic Harmony - Crafting Emotive Patterns

Lecture 184 Pedal Tones - Sustain Your Harmonic Foundation

Lecture 185 Piano Harmony - Create Rich, Expressive Layers

Lecture 186 Guitar Harmony - Strings to Paradise

Lecture 187 Orchestral Harmony - Embrace Cinematic Soundscapes

Lecture 188 Brass Harmony - Bold & Powerful Statements

Lecture 189 Vocal Harmonies - The Human Voice

Lecture 190 Synths - Crafting Futuristic Harmonic Textures

Lecture 191 Samples - Expand Your Harmonic Palette

Lecture 192 Sound Design - Shape Your Unique Harmony

Lecture 193 Live Recording - Capture Authentic Harmonic Layers

Lecture 194 Classic Orchestration - Mastering Timeless Layering Techniques

Lecture 195 Modern Layering - The Sky is the Limit

Lecture 196 EQ, Compression, Reverb - Ableton's Essential Tools

Lecture 197 Harmony in Ableton Unleashed

Lecture 198 Third-Party Plugin Showcase

Lecture 199 Learn from the Masters Study Iconic Harmonic Parts

Lecture 200 Learning Activity - Lay Down Your Harmony Parts

Section 11: Melody

Lecture 201 Melody is king

Lecture 202 Writing Melodies Part 1

Lecture 203 Writing Melodies Part 2

Lecture 204 Writing Melodies Part 3

Lecture 205 Writing Melodies Part 4

Lecture 206 Instrumental Leads - Capture the Spotlight

Lecture 207 Vocals - The Producer's Role in Performance Excellence

Lecture 208 Recording and Comping - Perfect Your Vocal Takes

Lecture 209 Mic Suggestions - Finding the Right Match

Lecture 210 Discover Your Unique Vocal Sound

Lecture 211 Vocal Chain - Basic Techniques

Lecture 212 Vocal Chain - Advanced Techniques

Lecture 213 Harmonies & Doubles - Enrich Your Vocal Texture

Lecture 214 Ad-libs - Add Spontaneity to Your Tracks

Lecture 215 The Journey of the Lead Vocal

Lecture 216 Melodyne Magic - Vocal Tuning and Shaping

Lecture 217 Vocal Chops - Crafting Dynamic and Engaging Edits

Lecture 218 Study the Greats - Learn from Iconic Songs and Singers

Lecture 219 Learning Activity - Write Your Own Melodies

Section 12: Sound Effects

Lecture 220 Sound Effects Demystified

Lecture 221 Sweeps & Risers - Elevate Your Transitions

Lecture 222 Musical White Noise

Lecture 223 Impacts & Crashes - Add Drama to Your Track

Lecture 224 Textures - Create Rich Sonic Landscapes

Lecture 225 Interesting One-Shots - Captivate with Unique Sounds

Lecture 226 Sound Design - Shape Your Audio Identity

Lecture 227 Learning Activity - Create Your Own Sound Effects

Section 13: Audio Effects

Lecture 228 Audio & MIDI Effects - Expand Your Creative Palette

Lecture 229 Reverb - Craft Immersive Sonic Spaces

Lecture 230 Delay - Add Depth and Movement

Lecture 231 EQ - Sculpt Your Sound to Perfection

Lecture 232 Compression - Tighten and Enhance Your Mix

Lecture 233 Sidechain - Create Dynamic Interactions

Lecture 234 Phaser - Infuse Your Tracks with Swirling Motion

Lecture 235 Distortion - Add Grit and Character

Lecture 236 Tremolo - Pulsating Rhythms and Textures

Lecture 237 Arpeggiator - Unlock the Power of Sequenced Melodies

Lecture 238 Utilities - Your Production Tool Kit

Lecture 239 Experiment! - Unleash Your Creativity

Lecture 240 Learning Activity - Enhance With Audio & MIDI Effects

Section 14: Arranging & Producing Music

Lecture 241 Basic Song Structure

Lecture 242 Advanced Song Structure

Lecture 243 Contrast - The Structure of a Beat

Lecture 244 Song First - Crafting Cohesive Musical Narratives

Lecture 245 Writing a Song - The Art of Melodic Storytelling

Lecture 246 Beat First - Lay the Groundwork for Your Track

Lecture 247 Writing Top Line - Captivating Hooks and Melodies

Lecture 248 Harmony First - Building Rich Sonic Foundations

Lecture 249 Drums First - Establish the Rhythmic Backbone

Lecture 250 Chord Changes - Change & Enhance the Vibe

Lecture 251 Panning - Expand Your Sonic Horizons

Lecture 252 Doubling & Layering - Add Depth & Texture

Lecture 253 Orchestrating - Compose with Confidence

Lecture 254 Counter Melody - Enhance Your Melodic Flow

Lecture 255 Making Sections Sound Full - Maximize Your Mix

Lecture 256 Voicing Chord Inversions on Piano - Unlock Harmonic Possibilities

Lecture 257 Sections Want to Grow - Evolving Your Song's Story

Lecture 258 Stay Zoomed Out

Lecture 259 The 3 Second Rule

Lecture 260 Don't Overproduce

Lecture 261 Builds - Create Tension and Anticipation

Lecture 262 Drops - Energetic & Euphoric Release

Lecture 263 Reference Songs

Lecture 264 Vision is Key

Lecture 265 Mixing Fundamentals

Lecture 266 Mixing Fundamentals Part 2

Lecture 267 Mixing Fundamentals Part 3

Lecture 268 Mastering Fundamentals

Lecture 269 Mastering Fundamentals Part 2

Lecture 270 Learning Activity - Make Your Masterpiece

Section 15: Outro

Lecture 271 Congratulations!

Lecture 272 Course Review

Beginner to advanced music producers wanting to learn new skills or sharpen old ones.