Programmed rhythms can lack the expression of real players. This is particularly evident when sequencing drums.
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Creating dynamic drum patterns in Ableton Live - On demand
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Part 1 - Drum Sequencing
Course overview
Learning outcomes
Understand groove and learn how to implement it
Use MIDI devices (such as random and velocity and MaxforLive) to humanise parts
Utilise the Convert to MIDI function to analyse existing patterns and provide inspiration
Who is this course for?
- • In this workshop you will learn to program a variety of drum patterns, utilising a range of expressive techniques in Ableton Live. This workshop aims to provide you with transferable skills to enable you to breathe life into your MIDI programming.
Requirements
- • A computer and internet connection
- • A web cam and mic
- • A Zoom account
- • Ableton Live 11 Suite - if not, participants should be advised to download the trial version
Course content
Course Overview
What you will learn in this course • Requirements
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Course Overview
What you will learn in this course • Requirements
- What you will learn in this course
- Requirements
Creating dynamic drum patterns in Ableton Live - On demand
Part 1 - Drum Sequencing • Part 2 - Groove and Swing • Part 3 - Creating movement with MIDI effects • Part 4 - Getting inspiration from existing loops
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Creating dynamic drum patterns in Ableton Live - On demand
Part 1 - Drum Sequencing • Part 2 - Groove and Swing • Part 3 - Creating movement with MIDI effects • Part 4 - Getting inspiration from existing loops
- Course PDF & samples
Part 1 - Drum Sequencing
Checking access...Part 2 - Groove and Swing
Checking access...Part 3 - Creating movement with MIDI effects
Checking access...Part 4 - Getting inspiration from existing loops
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Instructors
Mel Uye-Parker
Frequently asked questions
Who is this course for?
In this workshop you will learn to program a variety of drum patterns, utilising a range of expressive techniques in Ableton Live. This workshop aims to provide you with transferable skills to enable you to breathe life into your MIDI programming.
Requirements
A computer and internet connection A web cam and mic A Zoom account Ableton Live 11 Suite - if not, participants should be advised to download the trial version