Course Abstract

Ableton Live is about making music; for composition, songwriting, recording, production, remixing and live performance. If you’d rather be “making music” than just “using music software,” Ableton Live is for you. Check out the Ableton website for a full feature list and current product pricing.

Our 5 week Make Music with Ableton Live 8 course will equip beginner/intermediate students with the skills needed for recording music, using midi, using the sequencer, beat making, working with loops, audio editing, audio mixing, remixing, mastering, music production and live performance with the Ableton Live audio software suite.

Is this the right music program for you?

Do you want to learn how to make electronic music, dance music, house, hip hop, electro, techno or minimal? Do you want to learn how to DJ with software? Do you want to record, edit and mix your own songs? If you want to learn how to make music with one of the most popular music software packages available today, our Make Music with Ableton Live module is the perfect short course for you.

Course Package Includes:

Free Trial: Try out some of our unique student resources now

• 10 hours of classroom tutoring with 30 minutes before every class dedicated to helping students one-to-one with specific questions and issues.
  
• Access to our Online Ableton Live Tutorial video series. Each week’s tutorials reflect the material we cover in class, so even if you didn’t quite catch something the first time around, you’ll never miss a beat with our tutorial videos.
• Support outside of class hours: Students can schedule face-to-face online support with their tutor via Skype Screen Sharing. Screen sharing not only allows you to show the tutor exactly what you’re talking about, it allows us to demonstrate what needs to be done in real time.
• Access to our online Q&A wall, where you can post your questions and have them answered by our practicing professionals. Every question stays up on the wall, so our database keeps growing as each questions is answered for all to see.
• Valuable and transferable audio production skills with our weekly Mixing Techniques modules.
• Weekly downloads including class notes, resources, FX banks and sample packs

Course Syllabus

Tutor

Ross Fortune (BMus)

Ableton Live & Logic Pro Course Instructor
Ross has built up more than 8 years of experience teaching music and music technology at a number of schools, and now brings his expertise to our Ableton Live and Logic Pro courses. An honours graduate from the UCD School of Music, Ross is a multi-instrumentalist and also composes for film and commercial advertising.
Ross started his audio production company Secret Sound Society in 2010, and has since built up an impressive client list. You can hear his scoring work at his website, or check out the player below to hear tracks he has produced under the performing pseudonym Benny Smiles.

Student Testimonials

A wonderful, exciting and simple step-by-step introduction into the world of home recording/producing. Loads of fun and worth every cent! Please sir, may I have some more?….
Adam Power
(Ableton Live Student 2011)

“The videos were great – very well punctuated and pragmatic, and the teacher was excellent. Very understanding towards students different learning levels and extremely accommodating/approachable.”
Tracy Tough
(Ableton Live Student 2011)

Course Dates & Payment Information

• Price: €300 (Cash, cheque or bank transfer accepted. Students are required to pay a €50 non-refundable deposit to secure their place on this course, which will then be deducted from their remaining balance. Balance must paid in full on or before the night of the first class)
  
• Duration: 5 Weeks (5x2hr classes)
• Time: 7-9pm Tuesday evenings
• Upcoming Dates: [5 Week Course beginning Tuesday 27/3/12] [5 Week Course beginning Tuesday 1/4/12] [5 Week Course beginning Tuesday 5/6/12]
• Discounts: 10% off for every friend you sign up! 10% Student & Unemployed Discount! Click here to view more offers
• Status: ENROLLING NOW (max 5 students)

Course Abstract

Whether you’re a professional or play in your garage, Logic Pro 9 gives you everything you need to write, record, edit, and mix music. Check out the product home page for a full feature list and current product pricing.

Our 5 week Make Music with Logic Pro 9 course will equip beginner/intermediate students with the skills needed for recording music, using midi, using the sequencer, beat making, working with loops, audio editing, audio mixing, remixing, mastering, and music production with the Logic Pro 9 audio software suite

Is this the right music program for you?

Do you want to learn how to make electronic music, dance music, house, hip hop, electro, techno or minimal? Are you interested in pursuing a career in sound engineering? Do you want to record, edit and mix your own songs? Do you want to learn how to produce music with that professional sound? Ready to take your Garageband projects to the next step? If you want to learn how to make music with the industry standard recording software package, our Make Music with Logic Pro module is the perfect short course for you.

Course Package Includes:

Free Trial: Try out some of our unique student resources now

• 10 hours of classroom tutoring, with 30 minutes before every class dedicated to helping students one-to-one with specific questions and issues.
• Access to our online Logic tutorial video series. Each week’s tutorials reflect the material we cover in class, so even if you didn’t quite catch something the first time around, you’ll never miss a beat with our tutorial videos.
• Support outside of class hours: Students can schedule face-to-face online support with their tutor via Skype Screen Sharing. Screen sharing not only allows you to show the tutor exactly what you’re talking about, it allows us to demonstrate what needs to be done in real time.
• Access to our online Q&A wall, where you can post your questions and have them answered by our practicing professionals. Every question stays up on the wall, so our database keeps growing as each questions is answered for all to see.
• Valuable and transferable audio production skills with our weekly Mixing Techniques modules.
• Weekly downloads including class notes, resources, FX banks and sample packs

Tutor

Ross Fortune (BMus)

Ableton Live & Logic Pro Course Instructor
Ross has built up more than 8 years of experience teaching music and music technology at a number of schools, and now brings his expertise to our Ableton Live and Logic Pro courses. An honours graduate from the UCD School of Music, Ross is a multi-instrumentalist and also composes for film and commercial advertising.
Ross started his audio production company Secret Sound Society in 2010, and has since built up an impressive client list. You can hear his scoring work at his website, or check out the player below to hear tracks he has produced under the performing pseudonym Benny Smiles.

Student Testimonials

“I have been meaning to dip my toe in the water of music production for years but never knew where to start. I eventually decided on a course in Logic Pro 9 with Secret School of Sound and I’m glad to say that I made the right choice. Their introductory course was pitched exactly at my level(beginner) and I really benefitted from their low tutor/pupil ratio which in my class was 1:2. This ensured that we both had the tutors undivided attention at all times which was great.

Where the Secret School of Sound really shines is in the obvious in-depth knowledge of its instructors – they really know their stuff and just as importantly, they explain the concepts in a simple and concise manner which is clear and easy to understand. They have just the right balance of theory training and practical exercises to keep things interesting. The tutors are extremely knowledgeable and they create a great learning atmosphere by checking regularly that you understand before moving on and asking questions is always encouraged which is great to see.

So what did I get from the course? It gave me a firm grasp of the basic fundamentals of music production using Logic Pro 9 so, job done! I would recommend the Secret School of Sound to anyone who wants to get started in music production or DJ’ing. They’re reasonably priced, they know their stuff and they are good at sharing their knowledge with others – what more could you ask for? I’ll definitely be back for another course.”
Austin Molloy
(Logic Pro Student 2012)

“I felt the course was great value for money, and I can honestly say that my skill set and understanding of Logic studio has dramatically increased. I was particularly impressed with my tutor who made understanding the course content easy & the lengths he went to delivering the content whether it was part of the course for that evening or an on the spot question which usually had nothing to do with that evenings schedule. I really enjoyed my time at the school & I will definitely recommend it to anybody who wishes to learn or further their music tech education.”
Aaron Smyth
(Logic Pro Student 2012)

“I would highly recommend Secret School of Sound to any one who wants to know how to use music software. A lot of courses these days can be a bit all over the place but Secret School of Sound is run very well and professionally. Ross knows his software very well. 10/10″
Max Macken
(Logic Pro Student 2012)

Prices & Dates

• Price: €300 (Cash, cheque or bank transfer accepted. Students are required to pay a €50 non-refundable deposit to secure their place on this course, which will then be deducted from their remaining balance. Balance must paid in full on or before the night of the first class)
• Duration: 5 Weeks (5x2hr classes)
• Time: 7-9pm Monday evenings
• Upcoming Dates: [5 Week Course beginning Monday 26/3/12] [5 Week Course beginning Monday 30/3/12] [5 Week Course beginning Monday 4/6/12]
• Discounts: 10% off for every friend you sign up! 10% Student & Unemployed Discount! Click here to view more offers
• Status: ENROLLING NOW (max 5 students)

Course Outline

Our next 5 week DJ course starts on Tuesday 21st February and will equip students with the skills needed for DJing vinyl, CDJs and Traktor. You will cover not only the technical aspects of DJing but also the art of flow and reading the audience, as well as valuable guidance on getting yourself out there, getting club gigs and getting heard by the right people.

Classes are held in the Basement venue of the Twisted Pepper in Dublin city centre, where students can learn to DJ and practice on one of Ireland’s best club sound systems. You’ll be standing in the footsteps of legendary DJs including Carl Craig, DJ Yoda and Ben Klock to name a few, and who knows, your name could end up on that list too…

Tech Spec

Our DJ Courses are held in The Basement venue of The Twisted Pepper in Dublin city centre, where students can learn to DJ and practice on one of Ireland’s best club sound systems. You’ll be standing in the footsteps of legendary DJs including Carl Craig, DJ Yoda and Ben Klock to name a few, and who knows, your name could end up on that list too…

Our gear includes:

• Pioneer DJM 800
• 2 x Pioneer CDJ 1000 MK3
• 2 x Technics 1210
• Bozak ISO-X isolator
• 2 x Void Acoustic Stays 3 tops 1 x 12″ 1 x 6.5″ 1 x 1″
• 2 x Void Acoustic Stays x Subs 2 x 18″
• 2 x Void Acoustic Air Ten tops 2 x 10″

• Traktor 3 with Hercules USB DJ Controllers

Course Syllabus

Aaron Costello

DJ Tutor
Dublin based artist/producer Aaron Costello is the founder of vinyl label Signal Code. An honours graduate of the Dublin Sound Training Centre, Aaron is a veteran live performer and has appeared at countless club nights the length and breadth of the city over the last decade.
Performing and producing under the name Subsignal for over 10 years, he has numerous releases under his belt on his own label and others and has succeeded in securing their physical distribution worldwide.

Course Package Includes:

• 10 hours of classroom tutoring with extra time before every class dedicated to helping students one-to-one with specific questions and issues.
• Access to our online Q&A wall, where you can post your questions and have them answered by our practicing professionals. Every question stays up on the wall, so our database keeps growing as each questions is answered for all to see.
• Weekly downloads including class notes, resources, FX banks and sample packs

Prices & Dates

• Price: €300
• Duration: 5 Weeks (5x2hr classes)
• Time: 7-9pm Tuesday evenings
• Upcoming Dates: [5 Week Course Beginning Tuesday 21/2/12] [5 Week Course beginning Tuesday 27/3/12] [5 Week Course beginning Tuesday 1/4/12]
• Discounts: 10% off for every friend you sign up! 10% Student & Unemployed Discount! Click here to view more offers
• Status: ENROLLING NOW (max 3 students)