MAO Course - Computer Aided Music- Ableton and Pro Tools - Éghezée

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MAO Course - Computer Aided Music- Ableton and Pro Tools

From 58.3 C$ /h

Dear future producer, welcome!
Your first sound is almost ready!

This is where your career begins, at your computer, spinning knobs and making weird sounds. You just have to put them in place to make a beat / melody, a little mix and go!

Here is what I suggest:

- Familiarization with Digital Audio Workstation (DAW), namely Ableton or Pro Tools, our greatest allies!
- Discovery of basic tools (plug ins, eq, compression, ...)
- Synths analysis (xfer serum, native instrument, arturia)
- Basic mix / master

Deeper explanations:

- External plug ins (UAD, Waves, Soundtoys, NI, ...)
- Basic musical theory
- Industry-related terminology
- Subtractive Synthesis
- FM Synthesis
- Granular Synthesis
- Additive Synthesis
- Sample creation
- Simple recordings
- Complex recordings (+ reservation of a suitable studio)
- Advanced mix
- Mastering 101

For more details and any other questions, do not hesitate to contact me!

Extra information

It is more practical to have a computer capable of supporting Ableton / Pro Tools sessions.

Location

Online from Belgium

About Me

Hello Everybody!

Passionate artist of music, sound and image, I play the drums since the age of 6 years and work in pro studios since the age of 16 years and give lessons for several years.

I'm a drummer for Woyote feat. Mikey Doling (Channel Zero, Snot) and many other sessions.

I work as drum tech for Seven Antonopoulos (Channel Zero,) and Randy Black (Destruction)

All my knowledge comes from works with artists, producers, sound engineers, mixers, ... qualified and recognized in the industry and the international scene.

Education

IATA 2013 audio visual diploma
Unforgettable life experiences with names like: Mikey Doling, Gerald Jans, Ivan Houben, destruction, channel zero, Fallbrawl, cellar darling, ...

Experience / Qualifications

- Professional drummer since 2012
-Drum tech for Seven Antonopoulos and Randy Black
-Sound engineer
-Songwriter
-TM

Age

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

French

English

Skills

Computer generated music

Sound (music)

Music teacher training

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

App

5.0

(2)

< Learning Piano is not merely about playing the piano >

Before starting to learn the piano, it’s essential to recognize that :

'' What we are actually learning is "Music", but not only "Piano". ''

The goal of learning any instrument is to acquire the language of music, enabling us to express ourselves and enjoy music with others. Playing the piano is for creating beautiful sounds, not really for developing finger speed or strength. That’s the function of gym.

< Music is like cooking >

When we cook, to make roast beef tender, of course, it’s nice to have a tender heart, but without knowing how to control the temperature, the roast beef won’t become tender merely by our tender heart.

By only adding salt, the dish won’t be sweet. Similarly, simply playing or writing a C major triad chord won’t convey a sorrowful feeling.

To create the feeling we want, no matter how much sentiment we have in our hearts, to convey it via music, it needs to be translated into the language which the piano can understand, which means, how we press and lift the keys and pedals. Similarly, when we compose, it needs to be transferred into chords, and notes we write.

< Difference between an audience and a musician >

There is a common belief that a musician can make music with sentiment or feeling. While it’s partially true, the most essential thing is knowing ‘’How’’ to create the sound that conveys the feeling we want, rather than merely knowing ‘’What’' feeling we want to convey.

The understanding of the mechanism behind music is essential, as cooking, and that is the difference between an audience and a musician. As an audience, one can simply feel the music. Like a chief who knows how to create a specific flavor to convey, a musician knows how to create the sound which can convey the feeling we want. While knowing which feeling we want is great, it’s merely the first step. Your emotions are not too different from Chopin, Beethoven, Adele or Taylor Swift, otherwise, they can’t resonate with you. But they know how to create the sound that conveys the feeling they want to their audience.

< Course Content >

I consider my course to be a form of "Music Consultation" because it contains a wide range of subjects that are essential to a professional musician. While we focus on piano playing, there are also music theory, music history, instrument construction, ergonomics for performers, analysis of composer styles, composition, arrangement, recording, MIDI, computer music, the physics of sound, and more.
In avoid of confusion, let’s still call my course as "Piano Course”.

< Duration >

For each course, I will reserve at least 70 minutes in my schedule for you, including 60 minutes of class time and an additional 10 minutes for discussion and any questions you may have. This will ensure that your courses are not rushed by the next student. This ensures that there is enough time for you to solve your piano and music problems.

< Recording >

I highly encourage my students to record their progress. This can provide an objective standard for comparison and help you analyze your playing precisely. In my nine years of experience teaching music, I've found many students, including those advanced, already play certain sections very well, while other sections may not be not well enough. But they still try to improving those fine sections, while not aware of those weak sections.
Without an objective reference, it’s hard to distribute our effort precisely. This can lead to not only unstable performance, but also practicing without a precise goal can easily reduce enthusiasm. Recording your results and comparing them with those recordings you like on YouTube or Spotify can be an effective way to analyze your playing and set precise goals.

If you have a digital piano, I can help you produce a video of your performance for each session. This can be a tangible record of your efforts and you can share it with your friends and family via YouTube or other platforms.

Camille

5.0

(2)

Folk or classical acoustic guitar.

The teaching philosophy is adapted to the level of each individual, according to the pace of work and motivation.

For example, for beginners: Technique of the plectrum or fingers, coordination and correction of the right and left hand. Learning basic chords, simple themes, simple rhythms, reading tablatures (...).

For intermediaries: development of rhythm, construction of chords, writing of tablatures, basic notions of harmony (...).

Depending on your goals, you can learn, if you wish, to play 60 to 80% of current music from the first lessons, which often use the same chords and the same techniques. The objectives take into consideration the following points:

-Study of various playing techniques, chords, harmony, music of your choice, rhythm, with reading of tablature, teaching structured around the repertoire you like, technique of developing the musical ear
- Discovery of the neck, notes and basic positions of open chords
- Left / right hand coordination and rhythm exercises for the right hand
- Learning of different pieces of your choice
- Left hand control exercises, speed and precision
- Learning arpeggios
- Work around muscle memory
- Learning improvisation, musical play with others
- Ear training: use your ears to find chords, melodies, sounds and techniques used
-Spend a pleasant moment of exchange, without unnecessary institutional pressure, while obtaining concrete results
-Understand and discover the many facets of an exciting and user-friendly instrument
- Benefit from personalized advice on your posture and certain pitfalls to avoid when starting alone
-Adjust and clarify your self-taught knowledge
- Learn tablatures / tabs & in English.

Note :
- Possibility to use the guitar available on site, during the test phase.
- As our teacher is also a singing teacher, it is possible to combine the two disciplines: guitar + vocal instrument, and to work on synchronization, style and accuracy.
- Possibility of offering this course (birthday, party, Christmas, event ...) to the person of your choice.

THE TEACHER :
Trained in Grande Ecole post-preparatory classes & Ivy League university in the United States, our teacher has specialized and has worked for more than 15 years, in Europe and North America, in the field, in renowned international public and private establishments, with careful pedagogy and methodology as the watchwords.

PLACES :
- Locations: Geneva-Lausanne-Friborg-Neuchâtel-Montreux-Bâle-Sion-Sierre-Morges-Bienne. But currently, only by videoconference in accordance with national recommendations on Covid. These sessions also seem to be perfectly unanimous since they have the advantages of direct (example: quality of the interaction), without its disadvantages (ex: loss of travel time), with additional advantages (ex: of notes on the chat, which can be reread afterwards). In this context, these videoconference sessions for which you have requested me, seem to arouse a certain enthusiasm (and a certain enthusiasm). At your request, I therefore continue to offer them.

Damián

5.0

(2)

The Tecla y Música Workshop is a space designed to learn and develop your musical and expressive sense through the piano and / or keyboards.
The main objective is to learn to make music and enjoy the learning process and its results.
The material with which we work (songs, instrumental pieces and exercises) is mainly oriented to your musical taste, and the choice is based on gradually expanding your technical and expressive possibilities, while exploring different musical styles.
In this way, different tools are being incorporated to achieve, in a short term, mastery and fluency over the musical language and the instrument.
Given that each student has different interests and concerns, whether playing as a hobby or developing a professional career, composing, improvising, etc., the orientation of the classes is built according to the possibilities and particular needs of each case.
The work proposal implies a weekly class frequency to achieve optimal work dynamics and that the results are visible in a short term.
There is also the possibility of taking isolated classes in order to solve a specific objective such as developing and perfecting some particular aspect of music practice and / or theory as well as preparing instrument exams or theoretical subjects for institutions of musical studies.

Şule

5.0

(2)

Turkish reed flute is an essential instrument of Turkish Classcial Music. It has a deep and dense culture dating from 13. century around. If you want to learn about how to perform it you first need a teacher educated by masters on this field. As of many teachers you can find online but you make sure that not every tutor meets with traditional style.
Solfege and method are inseperable parts of the lessons. So for beginners and intermediate students must follow a compotent tutor to learn about the way of classic form.

Mayssa

5.0

(2)

I offer comprehensive and specialized lessons in Arabic and Oriental music, designed to help students build a strong musical foundation that combines theoretical understanding with practical performance. The course follows a clear, progressive methodology, adapted to each student’s level, background, and personal goals.

Course Content:

🎵 Oud

Introduction to the instrument, posture, and plectrum (risha) technique

Study of fundamental and advanced Arabic maqamat

Understanding maqam pathways and modulations

Free and rhythmic improvisation (taqasim)

Performing traditional pieces and selected Arabic songs

Developing authentic Oriental musical expression

🎹 Keyboard

Applying Arabic maqamat on the keyboard

Finger technique and hand coordination

Accompanying vocals in an Oriental style

Distinguishing between Western and Arabic scales

Practical use of Arabic rhythms and modes

🎼 Solfeggio & Sight Reading

Step-by-step music reading skills

Ear training and melodic recognition

Rhythmic and melodic exercises

Improving intonation and avoiding off-pitch singing or playing

Connecting hearing, voice, and instrument

📚 Music Theory

Structure and theory of Arabic maqamat

Oriental rhythms and rhythmic cycles (iqaat)

Melodic phrasing and musical form

Musical analysis of Arabic repertoire

Fundamentals of composition and melodic development

Teaching Approach:

Progressive and structured learning path

Clear explanations supported by practical examples

Application through well-known Arabic songs

Personalized exercises for each student

Continuous guidance and performance evaluation

Who Is This Course For?

Absolute beginners with no musical background

Students seeking a solid academic foundation

Hobbyists aiming to improve their skills

Musicians wishing to deepen their understanding of Arabic music

Miriam

5.0

(2)

Are you in love with the sound of the cello but have never dared to start playing it?
Have you been playing the cello as an amateur and now need an expert to guide you?
Do you want to develop and improve your cello and musical skills?
Do you need reinforcement lessons?
Would you like to prepare for entrance exams to the conservatory?
Would you love to join a youth orchestra and need help preparing for the auditions?
...
These are the private cello lessons you were looking for!

My name is Miriam, I am a graduate in Master of Classical Music at KASK & Conservatorium in Ghent.
I've been teaching cello to children, teenagers and adults for 10 years, so I've acquired the necessary experience to be able to adapt to the different and personal needs and objectives of each student. My teaching methodology focuses on creating a friendly and relaxed environment (which does not mean undemanding!) in which students feel confident to express their own ideas and worries. In my lessons I focus on technical and postural questions, but we also reflect together on the music, as I like my students to develop their own musical ideas and not just imitate the teacher.

Contact me now to schedule your first lesson and take the first step toward your musical aspirations! :)

Shubha

5.0

(2)

Hii, I'm a Professional Music Tutor. I teach Hindustani Classical Music Vocal and Music Therapy Which improves vocal cords and Singing Voice and also teaches Bollywood songs,Thumri, Dadra, Ghazal, Light Classical Music etc. I have 7 years teaching experience in online platform. My Bachelor's & Master's degree has completed in Hindustani Classical Music Vocal. I teach all ages students. From Beginners to Advanced Level. Interested students contact me.

Teaching method: My teaching method is very simple. I start with the pronunciation of 'SA' by getting you accustomed to Tanpura, eventually moving to other swaras. Then go Music Therapy Which improves vocal cords and singing voice. Then go advanced training Hindustani Classical Music Singing With Rhythm and Taal session and Thumri, Dadra, Ghazal, Light Classical Music, Bollywood songs etc. that's students choice. I have designed a very simple customized syllabus, which should meet the expectations of any beginner to advanced and Professional level singers.

Thanks,

Jermaine

5.0

(2)

Welcome to my song writing session, within these sessions you will learn

1. How to structure a song
2. How to think of topics to write a song
3. Finding and creating music to match song ideas
4. How to put words and rhymes together

My tutoring sessions are very relaxed and easy going my first approach when starting out in the sessions is finding out about my students personality and what topics they like and means the most to them, after that we will write down all the ideas they come up with and build from there until we have a finished song.I can teach a various genres of song writing techniques for example Hip Hop, Grime R&B Gospel, Soul and many more

Looking forward to teaching you
Jermaine

Didac

5.0

(2)

Hi! I’m Didac Barber, a professional concert pianist and experienced teacher from Spain, now based in the Netherlands.

I hold a Master’s in Piano Performance from The Hartt School (USA) and trained at ESMUC Barcelona, studying with top international pianists like Adolf Pla and Luiz de Moura Castro. I’ve performed across Europe, the U.S., and Asia, and have taught piano for over 15 years — in conservatories, private studios, and internationally online.

My passion lies not only in performance but in helping students discover what they are capable of. I’m dedicated, empathetic, and patient — and I want you to enjoy your learning journey as much as I do sharing it.

Each student is different, and so are my lessons.
Whether you're just starting out or already preparing for auditions or performances, I’ll adapt the lesson to your goals, challenges, and musical taste.

We can work, all in a way that feels personal and motivating, on:
* Technique and sound production
* Repertoire (classical, contemporary, film music, etc.)
* Musical expression and interpretation
* Performance preparation (concerts, exams, auditions)
* Practice strategies and confidence-building

I’m here to help you be the best pianist you can be, whether that means mastering Bach or finally playing your favorite piece with confidence.

Lessons are at students home or online, and taught in English, Spanish, or Catalan, unfortunately not in Dutch for now.

Feel free to message me if you have any questions. I’d love to hear about your musical goals and help you reach them.
Let’s make music together!
— Didac 🎶

Joaquin

5.0

(2)

Music brings joy to everyone, and guitar is one of the most special instruments. Whether it is on a family meeting, with friends, or just while being alone, the guitar is one of the most versatile instruments; you can play practically everything. Here you will learn not only the basics, but also how you can demonstrate your skills and put your emotions, feelings, and ideas on the guitar. From basic chords to playing any song you like, from soft and slow songs to improvising any solo on anything. Let's hop on a musical adventure together and let's begin to learn.

Damian

5.0

(2)

This piano course combines jazz and classical music theory to help you understand how music works at a deeper level. The course covers harmony, scales, chord progressions, rhythm, and musical structure, with practical piano exercises that connect theory directly to playing. Suitable for those who want to build a strong theoretical foundation while developing musical flexibility and confidence.

Do you want to produce your tracks without getting lost in the technical details? I'll teach you Cubase and DAW software the way I learned it myself: without music theory, but with method and creativity.

The goal is not to apply formulas, but to develop a working method adapted to each project. This may involve analyzing a piece in progress, resolving technical or creative blocks, optimizing sound, or even organizing a Cubase session.

I offer concrete tools, attentive listening, and precise support to move your musical project forward in the right direction.

About the course:

Composition & Arrangement
Musical structure & storytelling: learning to build solid and coherent pieces (intro, bridges, choruses, etc.).

Creating guitar riffs and harmonies: rhythmic, melodic and stylistic work according to your level.

Text writing & vocal placement: rhythm, phrasing, accuracy of intentions.

Organization in the DAW (Cubase): clear structure, tempo, grids, dynamics.

Art direction & atmospheres: defining a unique and coherent sound universe, from the riff to the background texture.

Pre-production & Sound Design
Effective session preparation: choice of tools, sounds, project organization.

Custom guitar/bass sound creation: virtual amps, IRs, custom effects chains.

Modern recording techniques: layering, harmonies, double-tracking, multiple takes.

Sound sculpture & textures: asserting the personality of each instrument.

Integration of atmospheres and textures: cinematic, orchestral or electronic textures.

Advanced sound design: modulations, automation, unconventional effects.

Recording & Editing
Effective voice recording: artistic direction, placement, interpretation.

Fast & clean editing: assembly, alignment, natural corrections.

Collaboration & Communication
Knowing how to work with other musicians: conveying ideas, communicating with a mixer or sound engineer, maintaining an overall vision.

Mixing & Finalization
Clear and productive session organization: routing, buses, colors, naming.

Using the main mixing tools:

Compression: dynamic management

EQ: Frequency balance

Delay & Reverb: space and depth

Limiting: level control

Special FX (ring mods, filters, etc.): to go further with the texture

Export preparation: stereo, stems, separate tracks, formats suitable for mixing or mastering.

In summary
The goal is not to follow a fixed method, but to make concrete progress on a real musical project, regardless of the starting level.
The idea is to start with a desire, a sound, a riff, a feeling... and turn it into a solid, inspired, controlled piece.

This is what I have been doing for twenty years, and what I pass on here with rigor.

Online lessons are available. Cubase is recommended but not required. You can work with other DAWs or directly with stems/audio files as needed.

Radosław

5.0

(2)

This class is designed for adult beginners who want to learn guitar in a clear, structured way – without chaos or wasted time.

You will learn:
- proper technique and posture from the start
- how to tune the guitar and understand basic fundamentals
- essential open chords and smooth chord changes
- basic rhythm and strumming used in real songs
- how to practice effectively, even with limited time

The focus is on solid foundations and real progress, not random exercises. Everything is explained step by step, with practical playing from the first lesson.

By the end of the class, you’ll be able to play simple songs confidently and know exactly how to keep improving on your own.

Annabel

5.0

(2)

Are you looking to learn violin or guitar in a supportive, inspiring and structured way?

I’m a professional music educator with over 20 years of experience teaching children, teens and adults in the U.S., Spain and internationally. My lessons focus on building a strong musical foundation while helping you enjoy the process and gain confidence.

Lessons are personalized to your level, goals and learning style. We work on technique, musicality, rhythm, ear training and repertoire you enjoy, whether you are a complete beginner or returning to music after time away.

I specialize in:
– Violin and guitar for beginners and intermediate students
– Adult learners and late starters
– Developing solid technique without tension
– Making music feel accessible, expressive and motivating

Lessons are interactive, clear and encouraging. My goal is not just to teach notes, but to help you feel at home with your instrument and enjoy making music from the very beginning.