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Alexandru

C$132

60-min

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Electronic Music Production & DJ Essentials in AbletonTranslate this text using Google Translate.

Electronic Music Production & DJ Essentials in AbletonTranslate this text using Google Translate.

I'm an electronic music producer, former international DJ, record label founder, and music industry professional with over 15 years of experience in music production, DJing, artist development, and the recording industry. My goal is to help aspiring producers, DJs, and electronic artists develop their own sound, improve their technical skills, and transform their ideas into professional, release-ready music. Throughout my career, I've explored a wide range of electronic music genres, including Minimal, Techno, Rominimal, Deep Tech, Tech House, Raw Hypnotic Techno, Melodic Techno, and Hard Techno. This versatility allows me to adapt my teaching to different production styles, whether you're interested in stripped-back underground grooves, hypnotic rhythms, melodic arrangements, or harder, more industrial sounds. My Professional Background My journey in electronic music began around 2008–2009, when I started producing and experimenting with different sounds. What began as a passion eventually developed into an international career spanning music production, DJ performances, record label management, and the corporate music industry. As a DJ, I was a resident at Amsterdam's iconic Sugarfactory and held other club residencies and performed across the Netherlands, Germany, Italy, and Romania and other countries. These experiences taught me much more than simply mixing records. I learned how to understand different audiences, build energy throughout a set, create a musical journey, and recognize what makes a track work on a club sound system. In 2013, I founded Consumed Music, an independent electronic music record label that I managed until 2024. Running my own label gave me firsthand experience in A&R, music production, artist relationships, release management, distribution, promotion, and the challenges of building an identity in the underground electronic music scene. My music has received support from internationally recognized DJs, including Richie Hawtin, and my production work has also extended into projects connected with Netflix's Sense8 and Crytek . Alongside my creative career, I've worked professionally with Universal Music Group (UMG) and Armada Music, gaining experience in the international recording industry, digital music platforms, royalties, and music business operations. Having worked on both sides of the industry, as an independent artist and label owner as well as within major music companies, I can offer students a practical understanding of how music is created, released, distributed, and developed professionally What You Will Learn 1. Electronic Music Production & Sound Design (Ableton Live) Whether you're completely new to Ableton Live or already producing music, I can help you develop a more structured, creative, and efficient approach to production. We'll cover: - Creating powerful kicks, basslines, rolling grooves, and dynamic percussion. - Understanding the relationship between kick drums, bass frequencies, and low-end balance. - Synthesis, sampling, sound layering, atmospheric textures, and creative sound design. - Building grooves and arrangements across genres such as Rominimal, Deep Tech, Tech House, Melodic Techno, and Raw Hypnotic Techno. - Turning simple 8-bar loops into complete tracks without losing energy or musical direction. - Improving your Ableton Live workflow, project organization, and creative decision-making. - Developing your own recognizable sound instead of simply copying existing artists. One of the biggest challenges producers face is finishing music. I'll help you understand how to move beyond endless loops and develop complete arrangements that are ready for mixing, mastering, and release. 2. Mixing & Mastering for Electronic Music A good production needs a good mix, especially when it's intended for club environments. I'll teach you how to approach mixing and mastering with a better understanding of sound, dynamics, and frequency balance. Topics include: - EQ, compression, saturation, reverb, delay, and stereo imaging. - Creating clean, controlled low frequencies while maintaining punch and energy. - Balancing individual sounds so they work together naturally. - Understanding loudness, dynamics, headroom, and limiting. - Preparing your mixes for mastering and professional distribution. - Improving how your tracks translate between headphones, studio monitors, and club sound systems. We'll also discuss the technical expectations of professional record labels and how to prepare your music for submission. My aim is to help you understand not only which tools to use, but why and when to use them. 3. DJing, Club Performance & Live Workflows DJing involves much more than beatmatching or transitioning between tracks. Drawing from my international club residencies and performances, I can help you develop the musical awareness and technical confidence needed to build engaging sets. We'll explore: - Track selection, mixing techniques, and music library organization. - Understanding phrasing, rhythm, energy, and musical transitions. - Building a set that tells a story rather than simply playing one track after another. - Reading the dancefloor and adapting to different audiences. - Developing your own musical identity as a DJ. - Preparing music for club performances and integrating Ableton Live into hybrid setups. I'll also share practical lessons from my years performing internationally, including the challenges of playing different venues, understanding different crowds, and maintaining a consistent musical direction. 4. Music Business, Record Labels & Artist Development This is an area where my experience goes beyond traditional music production lessons. Having founded and managed an independent record label and worked with Universal Music Group and Armada Music, I can help you understand how the music industry operates behind the scenes. We'll cover: - How to prepare and present demos professionally. - Understanding what A&R teams and record labels look for when reviewing music. - Approaching labels and building professional relationships. - Understanding music distribution, royalties, and digital music platforms. - Planning releases and understanding the role of platforms such as Beatport. - Developing your artist identity, branding, and long-term musical direction. - Understanding the differences between independent labels and major music companies. - Learning when to release music independently and when to approach an established label. I can also help you evaluate your own productions from both a creative and industry perspective, identifying what can be improved before submitting them to labels. My Teaching Approach I believe music production is best learned through practice, experimentation, and understanding the creative decisions behind each sound. My lessons are practical, relaxed, and tailored to your individual goals. I don't believe in teaching everyone the same formula, because every artist has different influences, abilities, and ambitions. If you're a beginner, we'll focus on building a strong foundation and helping you become comfortable with Ableton Live and the fundamentals of electronic music production. If you're already producing, we can work directly on your existing projects, identify areas that need improvement, and develop the skills needed to bring your tracks closer to a professional standard. If your goal is to release music, we can focus on arrangement, mixing, final production details, demo preparation, and understanding how to approach record labels. I encourage students to bring their own Ableton Live projects, unfinished tracks, musical references, and creative ideas to our sessions. This allows us to work on real challenges rather than spending hours on generic tutorials. You'll receive direct, constructive feedback, practical demonstrations, and insights from my experience in studios, clubs, independent record labels, and major music companies. Most importantly, I want you to understand what you're doing and why, so you can eventually make confident creative decisions independently. Who Are These Lessons For? My lessons are suitable for: - Beginners who want to learn Ableton Live and start producing electronic music. - Intermediate producers looking to improve their sound design, arrangements, and mixing. - Experienced producers who struggle to finish tracks or want an outside professional perspective. - DJs who want to start producing their own music or develop their performance skills. - Independent artists preparing demos, planning releases, or approaching record labels. - Anyone interested in understanding the creative and business sides of the electronic music industry. You don't need expensive equipment or a professional studio to begin. A computer, Ableton Live, and a genuine interest in making music are enough to get started. Let's Work on Your Music After more than 15 years in electronic music, I've learned that there is no single formula for becoming a successful producer or artist. Developing your own sound takes time, patience, experimentation, and a willingness to keep learning. My role is to share what I've learned throughout my career, help you avoid common mistakes, and give you the tools and confidence to develop your music in your own direction. Whether you want to finish your first track, improve your productions, prepare a release, or better understand the music industry, I'd be happy to help. Book your first lesson, bring your ideas or unfinished projects, and let's start making music.

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C$75

60-min

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Italian with a polyglot (8 languages) and Professional teacher, language coachTranslate this text using Google Translate.

Italian with a polyglot (8 languages) and Professional teacher, language coachTranslate this text using Google Translate.

Hi! I'm Tanya. I was born in Italy, but for the last two years of my life I have traveled the world, mainly in Central and South America and the Middle East, traveling and working remotely. I am a professional teacher with 6 years of experience. I worked on the translation of medical and legal articles, panels in the glass museum in Venice and worked as an interpreter at the court of Venice. I have a degree in languages, I am certified in international law and I am a language coach. Language coach means that I not only teach you a language, but also how to learn new languages! I will closely monitor your entire learning journey, to get the most out of your skills! That's because I love learning new languages! That's why after years of studying I became a polyglot (8 languages - Italian, English, Spanish, French, Japanese, Arabic, Hebrew, Dutch) and I came up with a method to teach you the language you want to learn! Over the years I have learned to model my work according to the personal needs of each student and have developed a method that allows my students to learn the language in a fast and fun way. My hobby is my greatest passion is learning other languages, therefore from my experience I can understand many of the problems associated with learning a foreign language. My lessons are based on a specific method that I have designed to facilitate and accelerate learning. My classes are available in Italian, English, Spanish, French, Hebrew, Dutch and Arabic. GROUP LESSONS possible! See you soon! :-)

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Rubén

C$73

60-min

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Bring Out Your Musicality: Conservatorium van Amsterdam Master's Pianist, 5+ Years Teaching All Ages and LevelsTranslate this text using Google Translate.

Bring Out Your Musicality: Conservatorium van Amsterdam Master's Pianist, 5+ Years Teaching All Ages and LevelsTranslate this text using Google Translate.

Every student's musical journey is different, and your lessons should be too. With more than 5 years of experience teaching piano to students of all levels (from complete beginners to advancing conservatory-track students and retired adults rediscovering music) lessons are built around your goals, pace and interests. Whether you're picking up the piano for the first time, preparing for conservatory entrance exams, or returning to the instrument after years away, each student finds a plan tailored to where they are and where they want to go. The first lesson is about getting to know each other: understanding your current level, your goals, and what excites you musically, so a clear and realistic plan can be built from day one. From there, practice is kept structured and achievable; with concrete, doable goals between lessons, as well as different tools and materials provided along the way. Lessons can take place at my home or, if preferred, at your own address. As a teacher, I try to stay flexible to what my students want to explore: I find pupils are often passionate about all kinds of genres, and while my own training is classical, I'm just as happy helping a student work on jazz standards and improvisation if that's what excites them, alongside more traditional repertoire. References from former students available on request (already on other platforms)

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“ I've had different Spanish teachers but Tanya is by far the best for several reasons: - Tanya makes a personal plan together with me which fits perfectly with my learning goals. So no unnecessary grammar but only things whichs helps me with my reason why I approached her - She developed her own personal learning style which helps me making huge steps in a short time - Tanya shows she's well prepared and the work we do and the homework I get is always in extend of the things I want to learn - Besides that she's always happy and a nice person to chat with Quick sumarry: if you want to learn Spanish in a good/fast way with a teacher who is always happy, I would highly recommend Tanya :) ”

“ We are very happy with Alessio. My daughter and I have been taking lessons for a month now and it is a time during the week that we both look forward to immensely. Alessio is patient and knowledgeable, knows how to present challenging material in a fun way and helps us gain confidence in expressing ourselves in Italian. For anyone looking for a good teacher, look no further, Alessio is your guy! ”

“ We are just getting started, but our experiences with Oliver have been great so far. He is prompt to communicate, professional and very patient. He does a good job of understanding where my daughter is, helping her at her level, and not making her feel bad that she is having a tough time with Math. Highly recommend! ”

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