Music Production for Beginners Live Camp
This course offers an engaging introduction to music production designed for beginners, focusing on a user-friendly DAW recording software to explore MIDI keyboards, audio interfaces, and microphone recording.
Alberto Beltran (He/Him)
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(141)
What's included
4 live meetings
3 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. DIY and Share! You have the option to share your project by screen sharing, but it's not required. You'll need computer admin permission to share your screen and sound. It's okay if your project isn't finished; the goal is to get feedback. Artistic projects won't be graded, so this is just a chance to show your work and hear what others think. 🎶 Let your creativity run wild and enjoy the process!Class Experience
🎵 Welcome to our Music Production for Beginners Camp. 🎤 🎧 Course Overview: - Age group: 13-18 - Learn the basics of using a DAW (audio software) with Soundtrap - Soundtrap is a user-friendly platform for aspiring music producers - No extra gear is required ✨ Camp Highlights: - Explore important production tools - Cover MIDI software instruments, audio interfaces, recording techniques, and more - No extra gear required - Learners use Soundtrap, a user friendly approach to DAWs, audio recording, and MIDI - Best experience on desktop/laptop browser - Self-paced FLEX option available for convenience - Limited schedule modifications based on enrollment - Option to share a project for feedback on the last day 💻 Soundtrap Student Account: Students must use their own free trial or paid version of Soundtrap.com and it must be created by the adult(s) that signed them up. Per Outschool policy, learners may not share their Soundtrap contact information. For more information, please reach out to Outschool support. 📅 Camp Schedule: Day 1: - Class project assigned - Learn to open new or previous projects - Dive into tracks, regions, and loops Day 2: - Explore MIDI software instruments - Learn to use MIDI devices - Discover recording techniques with software instruments Day 3: - Explore audio interfaces for recording voice and instruments - Learn how to record audio - Understand the differences between MIDI and audio Day 4: -Ask last minute questions -Optional project sharing (requires screen and sound sharing) 🎶 Join us for an exciting music production journey! 🎧
Learning Goals
Learners will be able to use Soundtrap to record, track, and mix MIDI and audio.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Students must use their own free trial or paid version of Soundtrap.com and it must be created by the adult(s) that sign them up. Per Outschool policy, learners may not share their Soundtrap contact information. For more information, please reach out to Outschool support.
Supply List
Learners are welcome to use any other recording gear or instruments for their projects. We will discussing MIDI devices on day 2 and audio interfaces on day 3.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined August, 2020
4.9
141reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Colorado Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Northern Colorado
🧑🏽🏫 About Me:
- Calm and kind music educator
- Based in Colorado
- Bachelor's degree in music education
-Became licensed music teacher in 2017
- Taught middle school modern band for 3 years
- Started Outschool career in 2020
-Current professionally licensed music educator
🎵 Courses I Offer:
- Guitar lessons (beginner and advanced)
- Beginner music production
- Outschool bands
🌟 Teaching approach and philosophy:
- Student-centered education
- Focus on students' interests and goals
-Students take the driver seat to control their own curriculum
- Goal: Empower students to become confident learners
🎸 Personal Interests:
- Hanging out with our puppy
- Climbing, hiking, camping
- Composing and producing my own music
- Playing video games
- Watching and playing fútbol
📅 Flexible Schedule:
- Happy to accommodate schedule requests
- Reach out with any questions
- Flexible to ensure the best experience for your learnerReviews
Live Group Class
$40
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
45 min
Completed by 171 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-10 learners per class
