Program Overview

Music Production Summer School: Ableton Live (Ages 13-17)

Course Overview

This five-day summer school course is designed for students aged 13-17 who are passionate about music production. Taught by pointblank's expert lecturers in state-of-the-art studios in Shoreditch, students will learn how to create and produce their own tracks using Ableton Live. The course covers various skills and techniques, including making beats, adding groove and feel, building custom drum kits, and editing samples.

Modules

• How to make a beat
• Add groove & feel to your beats
• Building custom drum kits
• Intros, build-ups, breakdowns & drops
• Editing samples
• Waveforms, filters & envelopes
• Recording vocals & live instruments
• Microphones & their use
• How to structure your track
• Arrangement styles & techniques
• Introduction to mixing
• Using EQ

Expert Lecturers

• Harminder Dhanjal (Music Production)
• Simon Mitchell (Music Production)
• Will Whisson (Music Production)

Discounts

Students can enjoy exclusive discounts, including:

• 50% off NI Komplete, Ableton Live Suite & Roland Cloud
• 30% off NI Kontrol & Maschine
• 25% off Adam Audio & Focusrite

Career Opportunities

Studying music production offers a blend of artistic expression and technical expertise, providing multiple opportunities in a thriving industry. Career paths include:

• Music Producer
• Artist/Performer
• Remixer
• A&R Label Manager
• Sound Designer
• Recording Engineer
• Mix Engineer
• Game Composer
• Studio Manager
• Music Arranger
• Songwriter

FAQ

• Do I need to buy equipment to take the course?
  • No, we supply all the equipment you need for your course.
• What is my timetable?
  • This is a five-day summer school course which takes place from Monday to Friday from 10am to 4pm each day.
• I am an International Student. How do I apply?
  • Non-UK students may need to apply for a Standard Visitor visa. Please refer to our International Student Guidance section for more information on the application process.
• Do you provide accommodation?
  • There is a wide range of student residences and accommodation options near to pointblank. Please contact us for more information.