PRO LESSONS: Ableton Live - House, Techno, and Tech-House

From 279 C$ /h

I'm thrilled to guide you through the captivating world of Ableton Live! As your mentor, I bring over 10,000 hours of experience honing my craft within this innovative software. Having graduated from the esteemed Icon Collective in Los Angeles, California, I am deeply passionate about sharing my knowledge with aspiring music producers at all levels.

In our sessions, we'll explore the fundamental components of music theory and sound design, igniting your creativity and empowering you to craft your unique sonic landscapes. Whether you're just starting your journey, navigating the intermediate stage, or seeking to elevate your skills to a professional level, I'm here to support you every step of the way.

Let's embark on this enriching journey together, where we'll delve into:

Music Theory Essentials: From understanding chords, scales, and progressions to mastering melody and harmony, we'll lay a solid foundation that will underpin your musical creations.

Sound Design Techniques: Explore the vast palette of sounds within Ableton Live, learning how to sculpt and manipulate audio to bring your ideas to life with depth and texture.

Workflow Optimization: Unlock the full potential of Ableton Live as we delve into efficient workflows, organization techniques, and time-saving tips to streamline your production process.

Arrangement and Composition: Learn the art of structuring your tracks, arranging elements effectively, and crafting compositions that captivate your audience from start to finish.

Mixing and Mastering: Dive into the intricacies of mixing and mastering, polishing your tracks to professional standards and ensuring they sound their best across various playback systems.

Performance and Live Set Creation: Discover how to prepare and perform your music live, utilizing Ableton Live's powerful features to engage your audience and deliver unforgettable performances.

No matter where you are in your musical journey, I am committed to providing a nurturing and supportive environment where you can thrive. Together, we'll unlock your potential, cultivate your unique style, and embark on a transformative exploration of music production in Ableton Live. Let's create something extraordinary – are you ready to make some magic?

Location

Online from United States

About Me

I'm an American living in a new country every 30 days that can teach you how to make house music and techno in Ableton Live like the pro's. I specialize in House, Techno, and Tech-House but can teach any genre in electronic music.

I recently attended and graduated from the best school in the world for learning Ableton Live and electronic music production, Icon Collective, based in Los Angeles.

I've recently released with some of the largest record labels in the world (Insomniac Records) and make music daily.

I have a masters in business and can also help with strategy on marketing and promoting your music.

In the last 6 months I've played my music for 100,000's of people, opening for producer/DJ's like Chris Lorenzo, Matroda, Chris Lake, and Fisher.

***FREE BONUS***
I will give you high-quality samples that I've invested tens of thousands of dollars in for free, up to the value of your lessons, for example if you spend $1,000 I will give you $1,000 worth of high-quality samples for your genre included for free with the lessons.

Education

Icon Collective - Masters in Electronic Music Production (USD $48,000 investment)
Florida State University - MBA, Focus on Internet Marketing
University of South Florida - Double Major, Communication + Political Science
University of South Florida - Minor, Feminism

Experience / Qualifications

I've had a select few students in the past two years that I'm now very close to, and still teach today.

Many have gone on to release with major labels and play their music for large crowds of 25k+.

I have scaled and sold a few businesses and am incredibly business savvy, so I can help discuss marketing and promoting your music as well if needed.

My current "day job" aside from music is working as a business consultant where I help CEO's scale their operations, sales, and marketing strategies.

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

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

English

Skills

Ableton live

Audio production

Computer generated music

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

Online via webcam

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App

5.0

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< 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.

Evelyn

5.0

(2)

Graduated Argentine musician (National Arts University, Buenos Aires) offers personalized MAO (computer-assisted music) courses for all levels and ages. Method adapted to the student's interests. More than 10 years of experience in teaching music. Course: Spanish, English, French

Alfred

5.0

(2)

Do you want to start playing bass, or are you already an experienced musician looking to deepen your connection with the instrument?

It doesn't matter if your goal is to develop new skills or enhance the ones you already have. These lessons will be tailored to both your level and personal musical taste.

My goal is to make you a better bass player, and to achieve that, we can cover a variety of topics depending on your needs, such as:

Stylistic variety: Jazz, Funk, Soul, Hip-Hop, Pop, Rock, Latin...
Technical skills
Audio production
Rhythm perception, polyrhythms, odd meters...
Music theory: Jazz harmony, sight-reading...
Ear training

Pianoma

5.0

(2)

Have you always wanted to write music for movies, ads or videogames, but didn’t know where or how to start? This is your place.

We are Alonso and Vincent, two composers with different formation but that are actively working in the field of Film Scoring.
Our classes are developed for students of different ages.

Let us explain! If you are 15 years old or just 40 but want to immerse into the music world, we can help, whether you have previous experience or not in the field.

What will you learn with our lessons:
- Beginner: we’ll guide you through your first steps in your digital audio workstation. With pre-existing sample packs, you’ll discover how to build music with sound blocks, and become your very own producer/beatmaker!

-Intermediate: we’ll show you how to deal with MIDI programming. You will write the notes, yourself, of your own digital symphony, with free virtual instruments from state-of-the-art production facilities, always following the style you want to follow. The music is yours!

-Advanced: we’ll bring you to Hollywood’s antechamber: our most advanced tips about writing music, mixing, mastering, how to write your own readable sheet music... You’ll be the next Hans Zimmer in no time.

Brent

5.0

(2)

Do you want to explore the world of (electronic) music production or take your skills to the next level? Whether you're a complete beginner or already have some experience, I can help you elevate your music production to new heights!

What I offer:
🎧 Music Theory & Sound Design: Discover how to create catchy melodies, harmonies, and rhythms. Learn sound design techniques, music theory, and tips & tricks to develop your own unique sound.
🎛️ FL Studio Expertise: Master the ins and outs of FL Studio (Fruity Loops) – from the basics to advanced techniques (VSTs, creating melodies, writing drum patterns, mixing, mastering, and more).
🎶 Work with Your DAW: Do you use a different program like Ableton Live, Logic Pro, or Cubase? No problem! I adapt to your preferred software.
🎹 Practical & Accessible: No prior knowledge required! Everyone is welcome, whether you want to produce house, rap, techno, pop, or any other genre.

About the lessons:
- Personalized Guidance: Lessons are tailored to your needs and skill level.
Online and In-Person Options: Flexibility to choose the format that suits you best.
- Use of Professional Tools: You'll learn to work with professional tools, ensuring your tracks sound polished and ready for release.

What you need:
- A laptop/computer.
- Motivation to bring your musical vision to life!

Who am I?
Hey, I’m Brent! With over 8 years of experience in music production and a degree to back it up, I produce music under the name Pai Napple. You can find my tracks on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and more. I’ve garnered millions of streams and collaborated with well-known artists. My main genres are rap, pop, R&B, and EDM. I also sell music to other artists and for TV and film.

Interested?
Ready to start? Send me a message to learn more or book a lesson directly. Let’s kickstart your musical journey together! 🎶

Michael

5.0

(2)

I’m a Music Producer with experience in sound design and composition for moving image.
I have been using Ableton as my main daw for 12 years for electronic music production, ranging from pop and experimental music to studio recording sessions.

In the last few years, I’ve been focusing on assisting producers and songwriters with developing and improving their live electronic performance workflow. I can also provide consultancy on this topic, whether you’re interested in performing or rearranging your material.

This course is recommended for anyone who wants to discover the basics of Ableton Live or learn new music production techniques to extend their practice.
The course is flexible and can be tailored to everybody’s needs.

You’re sincerely encouraged to contact me to share your ideas and tell me about your projects to find a way together to develop your work and extend your Ableton knowledge by doing so.

Lucy

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(2)

🎛️ Music Production Lessons & Creative Coaching 🎶

Want to learn how to create, record, and refine your own music in Logic Pro X? Whether you’re a complete beginner or already producing your own tracks, I offer online lessons and personalized production coaching to help you grow and elevate your sound.

If you’re just starting out, we’ll build a solid foundation:

- MIDI & audio basics
- Arrangement & structure
- Sound design & effects
- Vocal editing
- Mixing fundamentals
- Workflow tips & creative approaches

Already producing? Great — then I offer tailored production advice and feedback. You can bring in your tracks, questions, or challenges, and I’ll help you with:

- Song structure & dynamics
- Sound choices & layers
- Mix clarity & depth
- Artistic direction
- Developing your unique sonic identity

The sessions can be fully online or live, flexible, and built around your needs.

I combine my experience as a pop producer and artist with my background in classical music theory and a degree from the Conservatorium van Amsterdam (Pop).

Whether you're starting from scratch or fine-tuning a nearly finished track — I’m here to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and creativity.

Shubha

5.0

(2)

Hii,
I’m a professional vocal coach specializing in Hindustani Classical Music Vocal, Voice Therapy which improves Vocal cords and singing voice with Bollywood song, Thumri, Ghazal, Light Classical Music etc. With a strong background in vocal training, I bring professional expertise and a love for Indian music to each of my lessons. I focus on building a strong foundation in the essential techniques of Hindustani classical music, helping students develop breath control, pitch accuracy, and voice modulation—all essential elements that also enhance Hindustani Classical Music with Bollywood singing.

In my classes, students can expect a mix of traditional and modern teaching methods. I incorporate voice exercises, rhythmic drills, and raga practice to strengthen your musical skills, whether you're just starting or looking to refine your style. I also enjoy making the lessons interactive and fun, using familiar Bollywood songs to illustrate classical techniques, so students can relate the skills they’re learning to their favorite music. Each lesson is tailored to fit the student’s unique goals, whether you aim to perform, deepen your musical knowledge, or simply enjoy singing with confidence.

My approach is relaxed and encouraging, creating a supportive environment where students feel comfortable their vocal journey.

I’m here to help you find your voice—let’s make some music together!

Joachim

5.0

(2)

If you are looking for a young and dynamic teacher, this is a good start! But I can also guarantee a real commitment and a real structure in my teaching.

I have been a piano teacher for several years now, which guarantees me solid experience.
I teach piano to students of all ages and levels and can adapt according to their wishes: (for musical styles I can very well teach the basics of classical/rock/blues or even jazz up to a very advanced level).
For those interested in composition or computer music, I could definitely guide them to develop their creativity.

I propose that we arrange a first lesson during which we can get to know each other and where I can assess your desires and needs in order to plan, if necessary, lessons or simple exercises specific to your profile.

I really enjoy teaching; I like the diversity of student profiles and the necessary adaptation to each individual.
Furthermore, I consider the transmission of knowledge to be something of paramount importance in a society.

Darnell

5.0

(2)

Whether you want to learn how to DJ, produce your (first) tracks, learn to play the piano, understand composition, or build a stronger (online) creative identity, I’m happy to guide you!

We can work on the technical side of music, like DJing/production, arrangement, mixing, and music theory, but also on the bigger picture: creating concepts, developing your style, and building your personal brand as an artist.

For me, music is all about curiosity, creativity, and having fun while learning. Everyone has their own ideas and inspiration, and I enjoy helping you shape those into something unique. Whether you’re just starting out or already making music, we’ll look together at what you want to achieve and create a learning path that fits you.

Jose

5.0

(2)

My lessons are designed for students of all ages and skill levels, from complete beginners to advanced pianists who wish to refine their technique, interpretation, and musical expression. Each lesson is tailored to the student’s individual goals and learning pace, creating a supportive, inspiring, and motivating environment.

In addition to piano, I teach harmony, composition, arranging, and music production with Logic Pro, helping students develop creativity, musical awareness, and effective practice habits.

Lessons are available online in Italian, with the aim of developing not only technical skills but also a genuine enjoyment of making music and expressing oneself through it.

Vincent

5.0

(2)

Would you like to learn how to make relaxed lo-fi beats, how to incorporate your own guitar or melody ideas into Ableton, or are you looking for someone to take a look at your projects in an approachable way? I would be happy to help you with this!

Under the artist name Vidalima, I have been making lofi and chill music in Ableton myself for a few years. I release my tracks on Spotify (with over 2 million streams in the past year) and through various lofi labels. I know how difficult it can be when you are just starting out, get stuck in the software, or don't quite know how to make a beat sound 'warm' and atmospheric.

We take a practical and relaxed approach. No complicated theory, just tinkering with your songs together.

What we can get started with:

Tinkering together in Ableton: Handy tips and clever tricks to develop your ideas faster and get that chill vibe in your projects.

From idea to complete track: How to turn a loose guitar riff, sample, or catchy beat into a full-fledged lo-fi song that flows nicely.

Making it sound warm & spacious: Listening to your track together and using simple basic steps (such as volume, EQ, and balance) to ensure your beat sounds clear and warm.

Sharing experiences with lofi releases: I enjoy sharing my own experiences as Vidalima regarding finishing tracks, uploading to Spotify, and contacting lofi playlist curators, other artists, and labels.

Whether you have just installed Ableton or already have a few sketches lying around that you are stuck on: we will look at what you need together, at your own pace!

Lars

5.0

(2)

Complete beginners are very welcome. You do not need previous production experience or music theory. Whether you are opening Ableton for the first time, struggling to finish tracks, or already producing and want to improve your sound, I tailor each lesson to your level, musical taste, and goals.

We can work on Ableton Live, MIDI, sampling and workflow; turning loops into finished tracks; arrangement and song structure; sound design, synthesizers and effects; mixing and mastering; developing your own sound; detailed feedback on your productions; and practical advice about releases, labels, DJing and the music industry.

The lessons are practical and centred on your own music. We can work directly on your projects or build a track together from scratch. I am Lars, an international DJ and music producer with more than 25 years of experience. I have released music on labels including Golden Recordings, Mobilee, Nervous, Katermukke, Stil Vor Talent and Kittball, worked with Boris Dlugosch and Phil Fuldner, and produced remixes for Purple Disco Machine and Claptone. I have performed at venues and festivals including Watergate Berlin, Pacha Ibiza, Printworks London, Tomorrowland and Fusion Festival. Lessons are available in English or German via Zoom with screen sharing and high-quality audio.

Noa

5.0

(2)

For me, lessons are not about rushing through theory or trying to sound “correct” as quickly as possible. They’re about finding what excites you, understanding the music you already love, and building the skills to play, create, and express yourself with confidence.

Lessons can focus on one area or combine things naturally — for example, learning guitar while writing your own songs, or using Ableton to develop an idea into a full arrangement. My goal is to keep music curious, practical, and enjoyable, and to help each student find their own way into it.

George

5.0

(2)

If you are interested in composition, music production, songwriting and performance but feel like you need some technical or creative motivation, this is the lesson for you. If you feel discouraged or overwhelmed by the technical aspects of a creative process, this is the lesson for you.

In these lessons, we will work on making the most of what we have through creative-problem solving and inspiration-hunting. You bring your ideas and we develop them together, have challenging conversations and explore alternative approaches to composition, production and songwriting to get you closer to your vision. We will also explore the many possibilities of working with a live band, ensemble or orchestra and how to encourage a healthy but focused work process.

Some more things covered in the process:

- Logic Pro X (mixing, producing, sampling, midi, audio recording)

- Composition (score writing / editing, notation software, orchestration / arrangement, music theory, composing for film / video)

- Songwriting (arranging, alternative score-writing, band communication, demo-making)

- Experimental production (eg. no-input mixing, prepared instruments, effect-pedals)
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Do not let your ambition be hindered by limitations, but allow it to be inspired by them!