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Ableton Production Program

Ableton Production Program
Los Angeles & Live Online
Our Ableton Production Program offers 120 hrs of hands-on training in Ableton Live, Sound Design, Mixing & Mastering. Dive into Ableton Suite’s add-ons and Max4Live devices in focused compact groups (max 8 students). Earn your certificate and create release-ready music in cutting-edge studios.

 

 

Who is this course for?

  • Aspiring Electronic Artists & DJs ready to dive into music production and build a strong foundation in Ableton Live
  • Songwriters & Producers looking to master Sound Design & Mixing to make them release ready
  • Experienced music makers looking to adapt a streamlined creative workflow and fill any knowledge gaps

 

“I needed to brush up on something, so I called Garnish, as they have the best instructors” – Jamie Jones

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Course Highlights
• 120 Hrs. of world-class training in Production, Sound Design, Mixing & Mastering in Ableton
• Billboard Chart topping instructors teach in limited class sizes for focused attention
• Mentoring in cutting edge LA studios with a veteran Producer/Engineer
• Track Critique & Promo Strategy session with industry experts (Managers, A&Rs etc)
• 50% discount on Ableton Live Suite, Free and discounted sample libraries & software from our partners like Arturia

Prerequisites
• Laptop with Ableton Suite software installed
• Headphones
Purchase Ableton at 50% discount here. This class is also included in our 360 Music Production Academy.

Contact us if you have any questions.

The Garnish Los Angeles Experience

Why choose Ableton Production Program at Garnish?

120 Hours

$4499 Tuition + $200 Registration Fee

 

(10% off Early Bird Special- $470 discount if booked 14 days before start!)

 

 

Get in touch and our placement experts will follow up with information.

For one-to-one lessons, connect with us on Private Instruction

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Meet Our World-Class Instructors

Our instructor roster ranges from Multi-Platinum Songwriters and Producers to rising LA Hitmakers and Artists

You can also learn 1-on-1 in Focus Hours

 

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Cameron Colley Music

Cameron Colley

Ableton
,
Engineering
,
Media Sound Design
,
Projects
,
Sound Design

Zhou

Ableton
,
Songwriting
,
Sound Design

Ableton Production Program Modules

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DAW and Track Building in Ableton

  • Ableton Production Program starts with the Ableton Live DAW course: Hands-on training in Navigation, MIDI Programming, Signal flow, Sampling, Audio Manipulation, Arranging and music theory.

Synthesis and Sound Design

  • Craft your unique sonic identity in the Sound Design module mastering Synthesizers and Samplers.
  • Explore industry-standard plugins (Serum, Arturia Collection) and iconic hardware (Juno 106, Moog, DX7, Mellotron) to elevate your music.
  • Go beyond Subtractive Synthesis with Granular, Additive, Wavetable, and FM synthesis, plus sampling based production techniques.
  • Learn the art of  Reverse Engineering in Sound Labs to dissect and recreate sounds from your favorite records, building your own sound libraries.
  • Tap into the growing Sound Design industry for Pop and EDM genres, Video Games, VR, Film and TV in the Ableton Production Program.

Mixing and Mastering

Learn to create pro-level productions in the Mixing and Mastering module, guided by LA’s top Audio Engineers. In a saturated world of songs lacking clarity and depth, it pays to have your releases stand out!

  • Mixing Module: Master acoustics, setting up your home studio, using Compressors, EQs, Reverbs and creative effects in our state of the art Studio A. Ensure your tracks shine on all audio systems—cars, phones, and in-ears.
  • Mastering Module: Learn in-the-box mastering techniques to create a modern sound. You can also use our industry standard analog processors to achieve streaming-ready masters and skills that last a lifetime. 

GARNISH LA STUDIO A GEAR LIST

  • Studio set up- Pro Tools HDX with Apogee Dual Set up
  • DAWs- ProTools Ultimate, Ableton Live Suite, Logic Pro
  • Convertor- Lynx Aurora 8
  • Speakers- Adam S3V with Adam Sub 12, Yamaha NS10s with Bryston 4B Amp
  • Monitor Control- Dangerous D Box
  • Microphone- Manley Reference Cardioid, Shure SM57s
  • Pre Amps- Chandler Limited TG2, Heritage Audio 1073
  • Reverb- Bricasti Design M7
  • Compressors- Teletronix LA2A, Urei (Universal Audio) 1176, SSL XLogic G-series Compressor, Empirical Labs EL-8 Distressor
  • Piano- Yamaha U3
  • Synthesizers & Drum Machines- Roland Juno 60 (with MIDI), Juno 106, JX3P, Sequential Prophet Rev 2, Mellotron M4000D, Korg MS20, Triton Studio, Moog Subphatty, Yamaha DX7, YS200, Behringer Poly D, RD-8, Edge, Neutron, Arturia Matrix Brute
  • Universal Audio Satellite

All synths are MIDI connected for DAW use via iconnectivity MIO and Clever Audio MXM 12 Synth switcher. We also have a guitar pedal collection for sonic experiments.

Studiotime and Mentoring

  • Ableton Production Program allows you to learn in state of the art studios and get mentored by industry experts.
  • Graduate with release ready records polished by our analog gear collection.
  • If you are a SongCraft or Ableton Performance student (Contact Admissions for details), use our Mandarin Lounge for your showcase. You are provided 88 key weighted controller, Lap op setup with DAW and backing tracks, Guitar Amp, Projector and PA set up. There will be a video crew and you are allowed to bring in guests.
  • Capture stunning photos and videos for social media during the course, building your artist community.

Track Critique and Promo Strategy

  • In this final module of Ableton Production Program, showcase your tracks to Artist/Producer Managers and A&Rs for expert feedback to refine your music.
  • Develop a release strategy and set short- and long-term goals with their guidance.
  • Explore Publishing, Management, Marketing, Booking, Touring, and Music Business topics, asking any questions to advance your career.

Music Technology & Business are constantly evolving. Our curriculums are routinely updated to give you the best experience.

Our Students Say. . .

 

“Everything went really well in Ibiza this
time and I had so much fun! I am so
glad you taught me, you’re the best
xoxo”

Paris Hilton
Garnish DJ Program

I wouldn't change a thing about this course. It was ten times better than I expected it to be. The instructor was incredibly informative and kept things fun. I've played with software for a couple of years and thought I got most of the basics down but I definitely was wrong. Great course! I would definitely recommend this course to anybody wanting to learn the production side of music. It was incredibly helpful and left me inspired to make tracks 24/7.

Kristina Bialkowski

I went from knowing pretty much nothing about Logic to knowing how to built loops, work with midi, mix, and actually be able to record the music I write and and arrange on the computer. I'm really excited because Logic Pro X has opened up a new world for me as a singer songwriter!

Dawn Red Sun

I am a lot better off than I was months ago blindly watching Youtube tutorials and not knowing what I was doing. The teacher was a great, very patient and understanding, with all skill levels in the room.

Abraham Perrotta

The small class size allowed the instructor time to give us individual attention/feedback. The teaching style was easily adjusted according to the levels in the class. As a very new producer, I never felt left behind. I never would have thought I could make this much progress in just 6 weeks!

Andie Arbogast

This class was great. I've been wanting to learn digital music production and was warned that Logic was one of the most complex and difficult to learn DAW. In only 6 days I think I've learned the program well enough to start producing my own tracks. Not only that but I've left the class with enough excitement to get busy and make some music with my new found knowledge.

Paul Vachier

It was very hands on. the teacher knew a vast amount about this topic and is very informative and clear. He has methods of utilizing teachings that enable us to relate to better understand in what circumstances these methods would be used for productions.

Raymond Casarez

This class was tough for me, as I'm a beginner (and am 48 with not a ton of technical or DAW experience). I wanted to immerse myself, so I could learn as much as possible, but much of the class was still a bit too advanced for me. Darren was fantastic, and I REALLY appreciated the offer to come back and stand in future classes. That makes me feel like I'll definitely get my moneys worth!

William 'John' Bragg

I came into the program with no idea how to work Logic, and after the intensive week, I worked out programming beats, using loops and samples…I feel like I can take my music to the next level now. Thanks 🙂

Christy Thompson

Great teacher who leaves no stone unturned! After Garnish, I feel that I have the tools to build a strong foundation and begin a career in the music industry.

Daniel Cobos

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