PAST

DRUM PATTERNS IN DIFFERENT GENRES

FACILITATOR: MINI BEAR

APRIL 26, 2024 | ZOOM

Drum beats are the backbone of music and can define the groove and style of a song. Having an understanding of how to create different types of drum beats for different genres is essential for a producer, particularly when you want to write and produce in a particular genre. Learn how to program your own drum patterns in genres spanning from House to Hip-Hop, and learn how to create grooves by sequencing MIDI and utilizing samples. 

BEHIND THE LENS: MUSIC PHOTOGRAPHY 101

FACILITATOR: SARAH NORTHROP

APRIL 25, 2024 | ZOOM

Aspiring media mavens, join our newest educator Sarah Northrop—content capturer for LP Giobbi, for a special series designed to get your foot in the door of tour photography. Explore:

• Different types of gigs and how to land them

• Differences by genre

• How to start getting paid and how much to charge

• The cold email

• Client expectations & deliverables

• Brief Pre-During-After Show Workflow

INTRO TO MUSIC THEORY FOR PRODUCERS

FACILITATOR: MINI BEAR

MARCH 29, 2024 | ZOOM

Learning the fundamentals of music theory will give you the ability to become a more effective producer, and ultimately allow you to express yourself more effortlessly in your music. In this music theory workshop for beginners, we will be covering basic topics such as: notes, scales, chord progressions, rhythm, how all of these concepts translate to a DAW, and more. 

B2B ETIQUETTE AND RECORDING MIXES LIVE

FACILITATORS: LP GIOBBI + MARY DROPPINZ

MARCH 28, 2024 | ZOOM

Kick your sets up a notch by bringing a buddy. This session will give you all the tools to craft the perfect B2B set, and teach you how to record it yourself to create content to help promote future sets.

FIND YOUR WORKFLOW

FACILITATOR: MINI BEAR

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 | ZOOM

Do you struggle with transforming your ideas into finished tracks? Learn techniques and workflow approaches that will help you get out of the loop. Topics covered include: How to utilize Ableton Live’s Session and Arrangement Views in your workflow, building a song around a 16 bar idea, creating variation, turning your ideas into an arrangement, incorporating creative techniques such as sampling to spark creativity, subtractive arranging, creating consistency, working through mental blocks, and more. 

DJ-ING 101

FACILITATOR: MARY DROPPINZ

FEBRUARY 21, 2024 | ZOOM

Always dreamed of being a DJ? Well, you can! Mary Droppinz's DJ-ing 101 FEMME HOUSE Session is an easy-to-follow breakdown on the art of DJing and how to get started. You'll learn the fundamentals of creating a playlist, industry-standard gear, mixing, preparing for your first set, and everything in between.

EVERYTHING IS ENERGY

FACILITATOR: MARY DROPPINZ

OCTOBER 24, 2023 | ZOOM

This DJ session will get you mixing genres and tempos, and learning energy and flow. Come for tips and tricks on using the trims, cues, beat matching, tempo slide, and FX to seamlessly blend between a range of styles. Learn to listen with intent in deciding what tracks to mix next and things to consider such as key, energy, and more.

ARRANGEMENT TIPS WITH SPECIAL GUEST MIJA

FACILITATOR: MINI BEAR

OCTOBER 18, 2023 | ZOOM

Do you often feel stuck getting out of the loop and finishing music? Learn some helpful tips and hacks that will transform your ideas into fully arranged songs. Covered topics include: song structures, using reference tracks, coming up with a strong 16 bar phrase, variation, automation, and more.

DJ-ING 101

FACILITATOR: MARY DROPPINZ

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 | ZOOM

Always dreamed of being a DJ? Well, you can! Mary Droppinz's DJ-ing 101 FEMME HOUSE Session is an easy to follow breakdown on the art of DJing and how to get started. You'll learn the fundamentals of creating a playlist, industry standard gear, mixing, preparing for your first set and everything in between.

THE BASICS OF MIXDOWNS

FACILITATOR: MINI BEAR

AUGUST 23, 2023 | ZOOM

Learn how to create solid mixes with some basic mixdown techniques, utilizing Ableton Live stock plugins, as well as third party plugins. Covered topics include: Gain Staging, Panning, EQ, Compression, Reverb, Delay, and more.

BUILDING BETTER CHORDS

FACILITATOR: MINI BEAR

JULY 26, 2023 | ZOOM

Do you struggle with writing chord progressions that sound interesting? In this music theory workshop, learn how to transform your chords from basic to spicy. Covered topics include: triads, extensions, resolution, inversions, and more. It’s highly recommended to review Ableton’s basics of music making before the workshop, specifically the sections on notes, scales, and triads.

DJ-ING 101

FACILITATOR: GEEXELLA

JULY 12, 2023 | ZOOM

Enrollees can expect to learn about the fundamentals of DJing 101 along with how to trust yourself, and the room of folx on the dance floor. GeeXella will bring their personal experience as a community organizer, facilitator, and music lover to this workshop. They hope to inspire participants to start their musical journey with out hesitation and with confidence.

FEMME HOUSE SESSIONS: STARRING MARY DROPPINZ

FACILITATOR: MARY DROPPINZ

JULY 8, 2023 | W SAN FRANCISCO

Come get hands on experience with Mary Droppinz as she runs through how to prepare a set, beat matching, and other tips and tricks. This workshop will get you mixing genres and tempos, and learning energy and flow. Come for tips and tricks on using the trims, cues, beat matching, tempo slide, and FX to seamlessly blend between a range of styles. After, dance the night away with sets by Mary, DJ Barbs, and Tara.

HOW TO CREATE A SAFE DANCE FLOOR

FACILITATOR: GEEXELLA

JUNE 30, 2023 | ZOOM

This workshop explores the intersection of dance, gender, race, and ability in traditional dance spaces. With a focus on feminist and disability justice frameworks, participants will learn how to create a safe and inclusive dance environment through intentional planning and design, accessibility, and consent practices. Leading this workshop is FEMME HOUSE’s Community Culture Manager, GeeXella, a seasoned movement organizer with over 10 years of experience in the South. Having worked with LGBTQI+ youth, HIV Case Management and have supported countless organizations with consulting, they will bring their experience and Black feminists frameworks into supporting you on creating dance floors that inspire and create an ecosystem of care.

EVERYTHING IS ENERGY

FACILITATOR: MARY DROPPINZ

JUNE 14, 2023 | ZOOM

This DJ session will get you mixing genres and tempos, and learning energy and flow. Come for tips and tricks on using the trims, cues, beat matching, tempo slide, and FX to seamlessly blend between a range of styles. Learn to listen with intent in deciding what tracks to mix next and things to consider such as key, energy, and more.

DECONSTRUCTING SONGS (WITH SPECIAL GUEST CASMALIA)

FACILITATOR: MINI BEAR

MAY 24, 2023 | ZOOM

One of the best ways to train your ear as a producer is to analyze music and deconstruct songs that you like. This will give you a deeper understanding around how songs are made and how to work within certain genres. Covered topics include: active listening, identifying things like rhythm harmony and melodies, identifying song structure, learning to identify instruments and sounds, listening for production techniques, using reference tracks, and more. 

FEMME HOUSE CANADA: INTRO TO DJ-ING

FACILITATORS: JAYEMKAYEM + JOANNA MAGICK

MARCH 26, 2023 | TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA

Have you always wanted to DJ but don't know where to start? Do you feel intimidated in a predominantly male space? FEMME HOUSE CANADA presents INTRO TO DJ-ING—an inclusive, in-person, 3-hour workshop that covers DJ fundamentals hosted by professional DJs Joanna Magik and JayemKayem. You will leave this session understanding beat matching, phase matching, mixed in key and more. There will also be a Q&A to ask your instructors technical DJ questions and music industry questions. No DJ experience needed.

DJ-ING 101

FACILITATOR: GEEXELLA

MARCH 24, 2023 | ZOOM

Enrollees can expect to learn about the fundamentals of DJing 101 along with how to trust yourself, and the room of folx on the dance floor. GeeXella will bring their personal experience as a community organizer, facilitator, and music lover to this workshop. They hope to inspire participants to start their musical journey with out hesitation and with confidence.

FEMME HOUSE CANADA: INTRO TO DJ-ING

FACILITATORS: JAYEMKAYEM + JOANNA MAGICK

MARCH 19, 2023 | 11AM MDT | CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA

Have you always wanted to DJ but don't know where to start? Do you feel intimidated in a predominantly male space? FEMME HOUSE CANADA presents INTRO TO DJ-ING—an inclusive, in-person, 3-hour workshop that covers DJ fundamentals hosted by professional DJs Joanna Magik and JayemKayem. You will leave this session understanding beat matching, phase matching, mixed in key and more. There will also be a Q&A to ask your instructors technical DJ questions and music industry questions. No DJ experience needed.

FINISHING TRACKS (WITH SPECIAL GUEST BABY WEIGHT)

FACILITATOR: MINI BEAR

MARCH 15, 2023 | ZOOM

Finishing tracks can often feel like an insurmountable task. In this workshop, learn how to transform your ideas into fully arranged and produced songs. Covered topics include: Creating and decluttering your arrangements, transitions, automation, adding variation, workflow, exploring what makes it hard to finish, and more.

STARTING TRACKS IN ABLETON LIVE (WITH SPECIAL GUEST BAD SNACKS)

FACILITATOR: MINI BEAR

FEBRUARY 22, 2023 | ZOOM

One of the most challenging things for a producer can be starting a song from scratch, like working with a blank canvas. Learn the tools, tips, and techniques that will help provide structure to your creation process as well as generate inspiration. Covered topics include: workflow, developing a daily practice, templates, writing and production prompts, finding inspiration and more.

EXPLORING GENRES + FINDING YOUR SOUND IN DANCE

FACILITATOR: MARY DROPPINZ

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 | ZOOM

Let’s take a trip through all the electronic music genres/sub genres and explore the different elements that can help you identify certain tracks/sounds and classify them in their respective genres. After understanding genres we will do a deeper dive into how to find your own unique sound.

PERFORMING WITH ABLETON LIVE (WITH LIVE PERFORMANCES FROM SPECIAL GUESTS BIIANCO + FEI-FEI)

FACILITATOR: MINI BEAR

JANUARY 25, 2023 | ZOOM + APOGEE STUDIOS (1715 Berkeley Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404)

Maximize your live performance experience by learning how to put together a live set in Ableton Live that is both unique and engaging. Topics covered include: Preparing your tracks and stems, types of live sets, integrating MIDI controllers and hardware, triggering samples, helpful tips, and more!

MIX + MATCH: BEAT-MATCHING AND OTHER TECHNIQUES

FACILITATOR: MARY DROPPINZ

JANUARY 17 + 18, 2023 | ZOOM

Learn to beat match so you can train your ear to always make the adjustments needed and explore different mixing techniques to get you in the flow!

WARPING IN ABLETON LIVE

FACILITATOR: MINI BEAR

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 | ZOOM

Want your samples to sync perfectly with your song’s tempo? Ableton Live gives you the ability to do this with Warping, a feature that adjusts the timing of audio to a beat grid. In this workshop, learn how to time stretch samples for beat matching, remixing, mash-ups, sampling, and more.

GETTING STARTED WITH ABLETON LIVE

FACILITATOR: MINI BEAR

OCTOBER 26, 2022 | ZOOM

In this introductory workshop on Ableton Live, learn the basics of what you need to know in order to start creating. Topics include MIDI and Audio tracks, recording with software instruments, session view vs arrangement view, clips, scenes, workflow, navigating the DAW, etc. This workshop is perfect for beginners and anyone who wants to produce in Ableton Live, but feels stuck not knowing how to use it.

MAKE A DJ MIX

Powered by Pioneer DJ

FACILITATOR: MARY DROPPINZ

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 | ZOOM

This session will cover all you need to know to record your first Dj mix, where to upload to and how to organize your playlist to share your sound with the world.

MUSIC THEORY FOR PRODUCERS

FACILITATOR: MINI BEAR

AUGUST 24, 2022 | ZOOM

Do you struggle with creating drum patterns and chord progressions? In this music theory workshop, learn the fundamental building blocks that will give you the foundation to elevate your songwriting and production skills.

DJing 101

FACILITATOR: GEEXELLA

JULY 8, 2022 | ZOOM

Enrollees can expect to learn about the fundamentals of DJing 101. How to trust yourself and the room of folx on the dance floor. GeeXella will bring their personal experience as a community organizer, facilitator, and music lover to this workshop. They hope to inspire participants to start their musical journey with out hesitation and with confidence.

SOUND DESIGN

FACILITATOR: MINI BEAR

JUNE 3, 2022 | ZOOM

Cultivate your own unique sound in your productions by learning the fundamentals of sound design and synthesis. Covered topics include: oscillators, envelopes, ADSR (attack, decay, sustain, and release), modulation, effects, resampling, leaning into experimentation, and more.

THE ART OF SAMPLING

FACILITATOR: MINI BEAR

MARCH 31, 2022 | ZOOM

In this comprehensive workshop on the Art of Sampling, learn where to source and record your own samples, as well as how to edit, chop, pitch, and transform them into your own unique sounds.

MIXED IN KEY

FACILITATORS: MARY DROPPINZ + LP GIOBBI

GUEST ARTIST: SARA SIMMS

MARCH 29, 2022 | ZOOM

Covering Rekordbox and intro to CDJs as well as learning how to mix harmonically with the help of Mixed in Key. An expert from Mixed in Key will be giving us a tutorial followed by LP Giobbi discussing her use of Mixed in Key and laying out her organizational strategy when prepping for a DJ set.

SONGWRITING + PRODUCTION

FACILITATOR: MINI BEAR

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 | ZOOM

Do you have writer’s block? In this workshop on songwriting and producing, learn how to deconstruct songs and unlock your songwriting potential. We will be focusing on topics such as: arranging a song, different song structures within different genres, composing lyrics and where to find inspiration, the relationship between songwriting and producing, and more.

ALL ABOUT ABLETON LIVE RACKS

FACILITATOR: MINI BEAR

JANUARY 21, 2022 | ZOOM

Learn all about Ableton Live Racks, a flexible tool that’s used for working with effects, plug-ins, and instruments, and which gives you the ability to streamline your production process by giving you easy access to your most essential knobs and controls. This workshop will focus on: the layout of Racks, the concept of chains within Ableton Live (serial and parallel chains), using Racks to stack sounds and create a new instrument, Macro Controls and mapping, creating your own Racks from scratch, how and why Racks can be incredibly useful in your workflow, and more.

INTRO TO DJING

Powered by Pioneer DJ

FACILITATOR: MARY DROPPINZ

JANUARY 19, 2022 | ZOOM

Always dreamed of being a DJ? We are here to tell you, YES YOU CAN! The FEMME HOUSE Intro to DJing workshop is a digestible breakdown on the art of DJing and how to get started. You will learn the fundamentals of creating a playlist, the industry standard gear, mixing, preparing for your first set and everything in between.

MAKING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR HOME STUDIO SETUP

AUGUST 20, 2021 | ZOOM

Make the most out of your home studio setup and learn how to get the best possible sound from your "bedroom" on the DIY. This workshop will cover: curating your setup on a smaller budget, being savvy with your resources, how to set up for recording audio, recording in less than ideal environments, cleaning up audio, remote collaboration, and more. Featuring Guest Artist, Shruti Kumar.

DRUMS PROCESSING

MAY 28, 2021 | ZOOM

Are your drums sounding dull? In this workshop, learn how to give your drums more life through effects processing. Topics include: Using EQ, compression, and saturation to improve your drum mix , adding reverb and delay to individual drum sounds to add vibe, and utilizing buses or groups to create cohesion in your mix. Featuring Guest Artist, Gnarly.

EQ, COMPRESSION, REVERB, AND DELAY

APRIL 16, 2021 | ZOOM

EQ, Compression, Reverb, and Delay leaving you puzzled? They are the most commonly used effects, yet they remain a mystery to many. In this workshop, we will be demystifying each of these effects, as well as taking a look at Ableton’s EQ, Compression, Reverb, and Delay stock effects in detail.

HOW TO CREATE A DJ MIX IN ABLETON

MARCH 19, 2021 | ZOOM

Whether you are a DJ yourself or love to make mixtapes for your friends, join us to learn how to make a DJ mix in Ableton. This will cover warping of songs, different mix techniques such as EQing and volume automation, how to order your tracks, and an intro to Rekordbox.

SYNTHESIZE YOUR SOUND

FEBRUARY 5, 2021 | ZOOM

Explore the many ways in which you can manipulate and process sound and learn tips and techniques that will empower you to creatively shape and synthesize your sonic world. This workshop will cover topics such as sound design with VSTs and hardware synths, sample manipulation, and effects processing. This workshop will offer a glimpse down the rabbit hole of sound design, which will be explored in more depth during our upcoming online month-long course “Art of Synthesis.”

CREATIVE TOOLS

NOVEMBER 11, 2020 | ZOOM

Learn different techniques to expand your creativity with guest producer/DJ, Party Nails, and Google & TikTok AI Research Scientist, Lamtharn “Hanoi” Hantrakul.

Make music with Tone Transfer!

Learn how to use Tone Transfer in your next track as featured by Andrew Huang and Adam Neely. In this session you will be learning about AI-powered audio synthesis directly from Hanoi, one of Tone Transfer's co-inventors!

SECRET SAUCE: FINESSING AND FINISHING YOUR TRACKS

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 | ZOOM

Learn different techniques that will add interest and flavor to your productions, such as humanizing your drums, using panning, using effects in creative ways, transitions, knowing when to add and remove elements, and more. Reaching the finish line can often feel daunting, and the covered content will help in finessing and finishing your tracks.

FINDING INSPIRATION WHEN STARTING YOUR TRACKS

AUGUST 14, 2020 | ZOOM

Learn different techniques that will allow you expand your creativity outside of your comfort zone, and which will inevitably inspire new ideas when starting new songs. Workshop topics include writing prompts, choosing your tools, creating limitations, different approaches to creating, and more.

FEMME HOUSE DESERT HEART’S TAKE OVER

AUGUST 8, 2020 | TWITCH Livestream

LP Giobbi’s FEMME HOUSE x Desert Hearts takeover. Catch us along with some of our FAVORITE artists on the Desert Hearts livestream starting at 6pm PT - all night long!

FINDING YOUR SOUND: SOUND DESIGN AND ARTIST AESTHETIC

JULY 10, 2020 | ZOOM

Creating an artist aesthetic is undoubtedly one of the most important aspects in developing artist identity. This workshop will take a look at different ways in which you can develop your sonic aesthetic, as well as how the visual aesthetic ties in. Learn certain concepts such as how to develop your taste palate, find samples, create your own samples and manipulate them, apply synthesis basics to creating your own sounds as well as presets, and more.

SAMPLER PLATTER: TRANSFORM YOUR AUDIO INTO BRAND NEW SOUNDS

JUNE 26, 2020 | ZOOM

Learn how to take audio, edit it, chop it up, and transform it into a brand new sound. Topics covered: working with Ableton’s sampler, editing audio clips, warping, creative ways in which we can use tools to manipulate audio.

EFFECTS, RACKS, AND AUTOMATION

MAY 29, 2020 | ZOOM

Give a song more depth, movement, and dimension by adding effects and automation. Topics covered: different types of audio and midi effects, using audio effect racks, and automating effects over time.

FEMME HOUSE + MOOG PRESENT: THE ART OF SYNTHESIS — LIVE

MAY 29, 2020 | 3PM PST | YOUTUBE: MOOG MUSIC INC

Join us for an online recreation of our previous synthesis deep dive, straight from Moog’s YouTube channel. What exactly is synthesis? How do synthesizers work? Why do we use them for music? Learn all you need to know about these mysterious machines through the eyes of our very own LP Giobbi and Mini Bear. We’ll feature the most cutting edge synths Moog has to offer—the DFAM, Mother 32, Grandmother, and Matriarch.

DOLBY x SXSW: GOING INSIDE THE NEXT EVOLUTION OF MUSIC CREATION & EXPERIENCE

MAY 19, 2020 | 11AM PST

Join us for Dolby's virtual SXSW conversation with the following experts, led by Tim Pryde (Director of Music – Dolby), for a discussion on Dolby Atmos and how they are leading the next wave of music by bringing this immersive music experience to the masses. These leaders across the music industry will discuss how Dolby Atmos expands their creative possibilities and enables them to connect with fans in new ways.

• Samuel Lindley — Senior Vice President, Indie Distribution Strategy – Universal Music Group; aka The Legendary Traxster, multi-platinum and GRAMMY-nominated Songwriter / Producer / Rapper

• Leah Chisholm — Producer / DJ / Pianist – LP Giobbi; Founder of FEMME HOUSE; North American Music Director for W Hotels

• Karma Auger — Owner / Chief Operator – Studio 1 LA in Venice, California; Mixer / Producer / Studio Musician with over three decades of experience

SONGWRITING WITH ABLETON LIVE

APRIL 17, 2020 | ZOOM

Ableton allows us to bring the songs we write to life. Learn how we can use different creative tools in our production that can transform our compositions. Topics covered: song ideas, melody creation, arrangement, sound design.

MAKE THAT BEAT BANG: TAKING YOUR DRUMS TO THE NEXT LEVEL

MARCH 13, 2020 | ZOOM

Learn how to program drums in Ableton using drum racks, and apply different techniques that will take your drums to the next level. Topics covered: Drum racks, different ways to program drums, humanizing your beats, working with samples, adding effects.

MUSIC PRODUCTION WITH ABLETON: HOW TO START CREATING RIGHT AWAY

FEBRUARY 28, 2020 | LOS ANGELES, CA

Learn the basics of what you need to know in order to start creating right away. Topics covered: Overview of Ableton live’s Session View and Arrangement View, basic concepts such as MIDI and Audio, how to make a beat right away using Ableton’s drum rack, and recording with software instruments. 

FEMME HOUSE + DOLBY PRESENT: THE FUTURE OF MUSIC WITH DOLBY

FEBRUARY 27, 2020 | SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Dolby has been innovating sound in entertainment for over 50 years. Now, Dolby is taking music beyond the status quo. Join us for an intimate look at Dolby Atmos Music—an unparalleled, immersive experience that allows artists to create songs in multi-dimensional space, expanding the creative palette and transporting you from the ordinary to the extraordinary.

FEMME HOUSE, FEM SYNTH LAB, AND MOOG PRESENT: THE ART OF SYNTHESIS

JANUARY 29, 2020 | LOS ANGELES, CA

What exactly is synthesis? How do synthesizers work? Why do we use them for music? FEMME HOUSE, Fem Synth Lab, and Moog are teaming up at the Women’s Center for Creative Work to answer those questions and more. First, learn all you need to know about these mysterious machines through the eyes of four powerhouse producers. Then, break out into groups for direct instruction and interactive play with the most cutting edge synths Moog has to offer—the DFAM, Mother 32, Grandmother, and Matriarch. This workshop and our space prioritize womxn and non-binary folx, and there’s no experience necessary to join us.

MIX IT UP: A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF WHAT MAKES A GOOD MIX

DECEMBER 14, 2019 | HOLLYWOOD, CA

A good mix is essential in how your song is perceived by your listener. An art form that can be intimidating to many people, we will demystify the art form of mixing, and explore the fundamental concepts of what makes a great mix. We’ll take a look at resources that help with ear training as well as essential tools that help in the mixing process.

THE BASICS OF DRUM PROGRAMMING

NOVEMBER 16, 2019 | HOLLYWOOD, CA

Drums are the essential element of any genre of music that can greatly influence the vibe of a song. In this session, we will learn the basics of rhythm, sequencing beats, layering sounds, syncopation, and how to be creative with your beats. We will also explore the different ways in which you can build drum ideas in Ableton, i.e. using drum racks and samples.

INTEGRATING PUSH INTO YOUR WORKFLOW

OCTOBER 19, 2019 | HOLLYWOOD, CA

Ableton Push is a flexible tool that’s more than just a MIDI controller, it gives you the ability to create and perform easily with just one tool at your fingertips. It’s an expressive instrument that allows you to be hands on with your music, without needing to look at your computer. We will be exploring how to sequence beats, create harmonies and melodies, and play back your musical ideas in an engaging way.

FROM THE STUDIO TO THE STAGE

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019 | COMMERCE, CA

This is a special presentation from Roland at their LA showroom, where we present some tools and techniques to move you from the studio to the stage and enhance your live show. Get up close and personal with a suite of Roland gear, including their System 1, TR08, and much more. We’ll start the evening with an interactive playground of gear, and move into demonstrations from Jordan West and Mini Bear of their favorite Roland pieces

THE CREATIVE BRAIN

SEPTEMBER 22, 2019 | HOLLYWOOD, CA

This session will focus on what it means to be creative and how to share that creativity with others. Attendees can expect to explore arranging, music theory through the eyes of a producer, and how to help themselves and their collaborators through writer’s block.

GETTING THE MOST OUT OF A STUDIO

AUGUST 18, 2019 | HOLLYWOOD, CA

Our third session will focus on basic studio setups and best practices for recording. Attendees can expect:

• An introduction to signal flow and gear

• Digital audio theory as it relates to recording and editing

• Tips and techniques on looping, sampling and vocals

ALL ABOUT MIDI

JULY 21, 2019 | HOLLYWOOD, CA

Our second session will explore the history of MIDI and how to use it. Attendees can expect:

• A deep dive into software instruments

• Recording, editing, and sequencing with MIDI

• Quantizing tips and techniques

INTRO TO PRODUCTION

JUNE 9, 2019 | PASADENA, CA

Our first session will explore what producers do, offer examples of different production styles in different genres, and give a sneak peek of what tools are used to do it. Attendees can expect:

• Analysis of technique and structure

• Overview of digital audio workstations (DAW)

• Intro to MIDI and recording with software instruments