Learn the basics of Ableton Live and take your first steps in understanding the DAW. Topics for beginners include an introduction to Ableton Tools, Ableton Sound Effects, Ableton MIDI Effects, and Ableton Live racks. In the following, you will also learn more about the Session and Arrangement view. A brief idea of ​​how to align the first track using audio warping and music theory.

Ableton Live DAW training

File Management, Navigation Workflow, Session View, Arrangement View, Tempo/Time Signatures, Using Markers, Song Arrangement.

Intro to Ableton instruments

Simpler, Sampler, Operator, and Basics of Sampling and Synthesis, Impulse and Instruments Rack. Understanding Tension and Wavetable from Ableton 11.

Intro to Ableton’s audio effects

Introduction to Ableton Audio effects and their applications, including Delay, Dynamic, EQ, Drive and Colour, Modulators and Pitch and Modulation, etc.

Intro to Ableton’s midi effects

Introduction to Ableton MIDI Effects: Chord Triggers, Envelope, Expression control, MIDI monitor, MPE Control, etc.

Intro to Ableton Live racks

Using Drum racks, Instrument racks, using MIDI triggers and Groove Pool, creating racks and understanding Macro controls.

Session / Arrangement view in detail

Audio and MIDI editing and MIDI Clip properties with advanced features. Arrangement loops, resizing, clip properties and audio editing basics, understanding clip stop buttons and track status fields, etc.

Advanced MIDI and Automation

MIDI Mapping and Automation, Drawing and editing automation, drawing and editing envelopes, editing breakpoints, Automation shapes and their usage, re-riding automation and locking envelopes, etc.

Master Ableton Live by gaining in-depth knowledge about Advanced Midi Devices, Audio Devices, Compressor, Ableton Live Routing, Reverb & Delay, Simpler, Sampler, Max for Live Devices and much more. The topics in this module work with Ableton Live projects to help students improve their knowledge by exploring different areas.

Advanced MIDI Devices

Exploring the MIDI connections and routing along with the external synth daisy chain with Ableton, understanding MPE and MIDI 2.0 Protocol with Ableton Live.

Advance Audio Devices

Understanding the Audio devices and racks with advanced concepts of EQ, Compression and saturation, Through and Parallel Processing.

Simpler/ Sampler

Exploring the concepts of synthesis using simpler and sampler, and advanced sampling using sampler.

Advanced Ableton Live Racks

Exploring the racks to understand the use in tracks, along with mapping the racks to controllers for performance.

EQ and Filters

Understanding Parametric, Quasi-Parametric and Graphic EQ and its applications.

Mono Vs Stereo

Understanding the difference between Mono / Stereo tracks and Mix, Spectrum analyser, Phase correction and Co-relation analyser.

Ableton Live Reverb and Delay

Reverb and Delay parameters, Diffusion, Pre-delay and setting up the right texture for the track. Using delay sync with tempo, reverb and delay automation and parallel processing using return channels.

Advanced Ableton Live Routing

Routing matrix in Ableton and clip view vs. arrangement view for live performance. Using external devices to show the routing.

Advance Compressor

Parameters of compressors: Threshold, Ratio, Knee, Attack and Release. Upward and Downward compression.

Audio warping and Remixing

An introduction to warping in Ableton Live, how to warp a song, how to use warp to change the tempo of the sample, and using Pitch effects on samples to fit the song.

Max for Live devices

Covering the Buffer Shuffler and Convolution Reverb, the LFO and Envelope Follower, and drum synths, etc.

Arranging your first track

Arrange your first demo track using the skill set achieved during the course and feedback review for the same.

Fundamentals of music theory, Melody Writing, Lyric Writing, Practical Music Theory, Chord Progressions, Melodies, Song Structure, Lyric Writing, Creativity, Songwriting Tips & Tricks, and more will all be covered in this course. This module covers basic and advanced concepts in detail, such as track arrangement, using music theory inside Ableton Live to write melodies and chord progressions.

Introduction to Advanced Music Theory

Introduction to advanced music theory and understanding the intervals and rules of intervals. Understand different types of scales (Diatonic and Pentatonic).

Chords and Chord Progression

Understanding Chords(Dyads, Triads, Tetrads, Pentads) Creating Chords and Chord Progression.

Functional Harmonies and Cadences.

Understanding Functional Harmonies and Famous Chord Progression and Why They Work, and Understanding the relationships between them.

Voice Leading, Circle Of Fifths and Key Signature

Understanding the colouration of harmonies and how they move through the musical section. How to construct and learn various uses of the circle of fifths. What is a key signature, and how is it helpful for musicians?

How to Borrow Chords and Change Scales.

How to Sound Unique with the composition and use different techniques to Borrow Chords and Change the Scale.

Musical Modes

Understanding different types of modes like Ionian, Dorian, Phrygian, Lydian, Mixolydian, Aeolian, and Locrian. What is the difference between Modes and Scales, and how to use them?

Rhythms

Understanding Tempo and Time Signature in depth. How to break down a rhythm and learn different types of rhythms.

Introduction to Songwriting

Introduction to songwriting and understanding how to deliver a story, and how to get started for writing your first song.

Compositional Elements

Introduction to compositional elements like Number of lines, Length of lines, Rhyme Schemes and Pro tips and tricks for writing lines in your song.

Rhymes and Rhythms

Understanding different types of rhymes and their emotions, and how to use Lyrical Rhythms in your song.

Writing a Song From Scratch

Writing lyrics and composing a song from scratch by only using the techniques we learned in previous sessions.

Feedback and Final Tips

Final tips, tricks and in-depth feedback on your tracks to create a popular hit.

Learn how to design sounds from scratch using some of the most famous third-party plugins such as Xfer’s Serum, NI’s Massive X, Faceplant, Slate Digital’s ANA2, etc. This module takes you through the fundamentals of using virtual instruments for sound layering, sampling and sound design in detail. At the end of this module, you will be able to create basic and complex sounds using a plugin of your choice.

Basics of Synthesis

Synthesis and types of synthesis: Introducing Oscilators, Filters and Envelops and LFO. Understanding the signal flow and types of synths based on construction.

How to use Wave Tables

Using Wave tables to understand additive and subtractive synthesis. Understanding Wave forms and their nature, and how sounds can be identified to have each parent waveform for synthesis.

Serum Part 1

Introduction to Subtractive synthesis. Understanding the use of oscilators, LFOs, and Amps to create the modular signal flow for subtractive synthesis.

Serum Part 2

Advanced Wavetable and Additive Synthesis. how to achieve it within Serum, and ends with a discussion about how to create with intention and put additive synthesis to use in your production workflow.

ANA 2 by Slate Digital Part 1

Advanced level subtractive synthesis. Learn drag and drop reordering, polyphonic step arps, chord progressions with CMD, and a modulation matrix.

ANA 2 by Slate Digital Part 2

Introduction to AM synthesis and Modular Synthesis. Macro Controls for an advanced modulation matrix and FM oscillators using ANA.

How to use Phaseplant (FM Synthesis)

Advanced FM synthesis and making sounds from scratch. Generator Area, Modules, Modulation scaling, Min-Max Modulation, Macro mapping and ADSR with analog oscillators, etc.

How to use Massive X

Introduction to formant Synthesis, wobble sound making and ADSR with noise shaping. Routing within Massive X, understanding Massive for its assignment of modulators and imports from Reaktor Racks.

Design sounds from scratch

Modular synthesis and Routing with Modules. Designing the sounds identical to the given sample: Kick, Snare, Violin, Lead Synth, etc., to understand and design self-made sounds to be used in songs.

VCV Racks

Advanced Modular synthesis with VCV Rack and understanding module connections. Designing panels, SVG standards and understanding Digital Signal Processing.

Layering sounds

Understanding the layering of synth sounds and correction of LFO phase issues. Understanding the tempo-based changes in LFO, mapping manually and synthesis based on genre and automation.

Daisy Chain and External MIDI Synths

Brief introduction to Daisy Chain and using external synths in DAW. Understanding the routing and assigning for master/slave synths and MIDI for a daisy chain. CC message mapping and learning the usage of Moog, Korg, Roland, etc.

In this hands-on module, students will learn the core principles and processes that form the foundation of every great mix. From properly preparing a DAW session to understanding the roles of EQ, compression, reverb, delay, and modulation, this module will guide you through the complete mixing workflow with a focus on real-world applications.

Whether you're mixing vocals, synths, drums, or acoustic instruments, this module ensures you understand how to balance your mix elements in a way that feels dynamic, musical, and emotionally impactful.

Preparing Session for Mixing

Learn how to set up your project for an efficient mix. Explore track organisation, colour-coding, naming conventions, bus routing, aux channels, and the use of templates. Discover why proper session prep ensures faster decisions and better mixes.

Gain Staging

Understand analog vs. digital gain staging and how it affects your mix headroom and clarity. Explore LUFS, RMS, peak levels, floating point vs. fixed point processing, and how to prevent unwanted distortion or clipping in your chain.

Dynamic Processing 1: Compressor

Discover why compression is utilised in mixing and explore key parameters, including threshold, ratio, knee, attack, and release. Compare various compressor types: VCA, FET, Opto, Tube and understand when and why to use each.

Dynamic Processing 2: Compression Techniques

Dive deeper into compression with techniques like parallel compression, sidechaining, glue compression, and genre-specific dynamic shaping. Understand upward vs. downward compression and their use in vocals, drums, and instruments.

Noise Gate and Gating Processes

Clean up unwanted background noise and mic bleed using noise gates. Understand hysteresis, attenuation range, and how to use gates creatively on reverb or delay returns for rhythmic and spatial effects.

EQ in Detail Part 1 – Additive EQ

Learn the art of boosting frequencies the right way. Understand the parametric EQ layout and explore musical boosts to add air, presence, or warmth using stock plugins and analog emulations.

EQ in Detail Part 2 – Subtractive EQ

Discover how subtractive EQ can help remove mud, harshness, or resonances to create clean and focused mixes. Learn to use spectrum analysers and reference EQs to guide your decisions.

Time-Based Effects: Delay

Explore different delay types, mono, stereo, tape, ping-pong and their creative uses in a mix. Learn how to sync delays with tempo and automate them for transitions, vocals, and spatial depth.

Time-Based Effects: Chorus, Modulation & Flanger

Learn how modulation effects like chorus, flanger, and phaser add movement and width to static sounds. Discover how to use them subtly on vocals or dramatically on synths to enhance harmonic richness.

Mixing Approach: Fixing Common Problems

Understand common mix issues like muddiness, phase problems, harshness, and lack of punch. Explore philosophies like the New York, London, and Nashville mixing schools for creative problem-solving.

Approach to Get Clean, Punchy, and Dynamic Mixes

Master the techniques that give your mix energy and clarity from gain matching and additive EQ to buss compression and routing. Discover how professional engineers craft tight, modern mixes across various genres.

This module is designed for producers who already understand the basics of mixing and want to take their skills to a professional level. You’ll explore high-level mixing concepts such as automation for movement, advanced saturation and distortion techniques, tape emulations, multiband processing, and dynamic spatial treatment using reverb and delay.

You’ll also dive into the science and art of mastering, including how to prepare mixes for streaming platforms, how to use metering tools, and how to create competitive loudness without sacrificing dynamic range or clarity. Learn to master using Ozone, FabFilter, Waves, Plugin Alliance, and more.

Whether you're working on EDM, hip-hop, pop, or film music, this module equips you with the creative and technical edge needed to produce clean, loud, and emotionally engaging tracks that stand up in commercial playlists and club systems.

Automation to Create Movement in the Mix

Add dynamics and emotion through automation. Learn to automate volume, panning, filters, FX sends, and plugin parameters using DAW lanes or hardware controllers. Understand the 3dB pan law and movement techniques.

Saturation and Distortion

Explore saturation types: tape, tube, and digital to add harmonic warmth and colour. Discover when and how to utilise distortion creatively to thicken sounds and add character.

Tape Emulations, Soft Clipping & Aliasing Filters

Delve into tape emulation plugins like Slate Digital and Waves to replicate analog sound. Understand aliasing, soft clipping, and how floating-point calculations affect plugin behaviour and mix tone.

Multiband Compression, De-essing, Limiter & Maximiser

Learn how to tame specific frequency bands, remove vocal sibilance, and control dynamics with multiband compression. Understand how limiters and maximisers create loud yet clean mixes for streaming.

Reverb and Spatial Treatment

Master convolution vs. algorithmic reverbs and their parameters (decay, pre-delay, damping). Choose the right type of plate, hall, and spring for vocals, drums, and synths. Explore spatial effects for stereo depth.

Metering: Analog vs Digital

Understand LUFS, VU, RMS, dBFS, dBV, and more. Learn how to calibrate levels for mixing and mastering using Izotope Insight, VU meters, and correlation meters. Separate loudness from level perception.

Introduction to Mastering

Learn why mastering is essential and how it differs from mixing. Explore the basic mastering chain: EQ, compression, stereo imaging, limiting, and gain staging. Understand loudness standards for release.

Mastering for CD and Streaming (Ozone Focus)

Explore the differences in mastering for CDs, vinyl, and streaming platforms like Spotify or Apple Music. Use Izotope Ozone to finalise tracks with multiband processors, maximisers, vintage EQs, and imagers.

Dither, Aliasing, Quantisation Errors & Noise Shaping

Understand how dithering reduces quantisation noise during bit-depth conversion. Learn about aliasing filters and sample rate conversion, and when to use noise shaping in your mastering workflow.

Using FabFilter Plugins

Deep dive into FabFilter Pro-Q, Pro-C, Saturn, and Pro-L for precision EQ, compression, creative saturation, and transparent limiting. Learn workflow tips for both mixing and mastering.

Using Waves Plugins

Explore iconic Waves plugins like SSL E-Channel, CLA-76, L2 Limiter, and H-Reverb. Learn how to integrate them into your mixing and mastering chain for professional polish.

Master Using Izotope and Plugin Alliance

Master your tracks using Plugin Alliance tools like Brainworx, Maag EQ, and Elysia compressors. Combine them with Izotope Ozone for advanced hybrid mastering chains and tonal balance..

SET UP & ROUTING - Get hands-on practical on how to connect the Pioneer CDJs and Mixer along with all its parts and vital add-ons such as Monitors, Headphones, USBs, etc.

UNDERSTANDING COUNTING, TEMPO & GENRES - Learn the fundamentals to the art of DJing and song selection by going through different genres and their tempo ranges, and how DJs count their music using beats, bars and phrases terminology for mixing tracks.

SONG STRUCTURE & TRACK ARRANGEMENT - Learn to identify the structure of a song with all its parts (Intro, Verse, Drop, Bridge, etc.) and how to arrange the tracks when keeping in mind how to transition between songs while DJing.

REKORDBOX MUSIC MANAGEMENT - Learn the Rekordbox software used for managing your music, creating DJ sets and playlists, recording your mix, editing song info and waveform metadata and importing your collection onto your USBs.

DEVELOPING A BASIC MIXING FOUNDATION - Start practicing the basic buttons on the Pioneer CDJs and Mixer such as CUE, PLAY/PAUSE, Channel Faders, Jog Wheel etc. and develop the basic foundation for loading songs onto your decks and mixing.

BEAT MATCHING - Learn through practice how to mix and transition between two songs while DJing, popularly known as BEAT MATCHING. Incorporate your headphones and basic jogwheel to fix the grid position of your tracks.

UNDERSTANDING EQ METHODS - See how to apply the knobs on the mixer for each individual channels i.e. EQs for each of the frequency bands - Lows, Mids, Highs and all the different EQ Methods you can use when transitioning between tracks.

PHRASE MATCHING - Apply the understanding of your concepts of Track Arrangement and beat match your tracks in the order of phrases to create an even more seamless mix. Learn the mathematical approach required to become skilled at phrase matching on the fly.

BRAND BUILDING & SOCIAL MEDIA - Learn all the necessary thing required to build your brand as a DJ in the music industry. Make an Electronic Press Kit (EPK), how to get in touch with Management and Booking Agencies, how to reach out to event promoters for shows, how to stand out on important social media platforms such as Instagram, YouTube, Mixcloud, etc.

This module is designed to help students evolve into confident live performers and polished artists. Learn how to use Ableton Live as a performance instrument, create dynamic live sets using Push 2 or MIDI controllers, and build a compelling artist profile and identity. From the stage to your digital presence, this module covers both.

Live Performance 1– Introduction to Performing with Ableton Live

Dive into the world of live electronic and hybrid performance using Ableton Live. Learn how to convert your tracks into performance-ready sets using Session View, map parameters to MIDI controllers, and lay the foundation for a responsive, dynamic live show.

Live Performance 2– Building & Refining Your Live Set

Learn what it takes to perform solo or as a band and how you can incorporate Instruments and various MIDI devices such as Ableton Push 2, Novation Launchpad MINI, etc. Advance your setup by integrating effects, transitions, live looping, vocal processing, and real-time manipulation. Learn how to build a full performance workflow that includes intros, breakdowns, and interactive moments all synced and controlled live.

Track and Live Performance Feedback

Receive constructive feedback from mentors and peers on your live set execution, creativity, and track translation for performance. Understand how to troubleshoot, refine energy flow, and adapt your set for different venues or audiences.

Platforms & Tools Every Musician Should Use

Discover the essential platforms and tools every performing artist must know whether it's Ableton + Push, MIDI mapping software, lighting sync tools, or artist booking platforms. Learn how to use tech not just to play but to present.

How to Keep Your Audience Engaged

Learn stage presence, crowd interaction, and the subtle psychological techniques that help artists capture and hold their audience's attention. From building anticipation to reading the crowd, master the art of creating emotional moments that connect deeply with your listeners.

Gathering Ideas for Your Brand and Artist Profile

Begin shaping your unique artistic identity by exploring the core elements of branding and profile creation. Learn how to craft an artist persona that aligns with your music style, values, and audience. Develop your artist bio, visual aesthetics, mood boards, colour schemes, logos, and press-ready content. Understand what makes an artist memorable and how to translate that into a professional electronic press kit (EPK).

Finalising the Content & Profile

Final review of the profile and Social media content before publishing it.

In this module, you’ll study modern music marketing techniques and adopt novel digital strategies in this comprehensive seminar. You’ll learn how to use social media, playlists, live-streaming, online advertising, press, PR, and radio to your advantage. We’ll help you define, develop, and promote a genuine and impactful music brand. Learn how to grow your online engagement, gain valuable insights, Utilise Branded Promotions, market your music & much more in this module.

Importance of social media for musicians

Discover why social media is essential for every independent artist today. Discover how to select the ideal platforms tailored to your target audience, genre, and objectives. Understand how platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok can lead to music deals, sync opportunities, and brand collaborations.

YouTube / Instagram Guide for Musicians

Learn platform-specific strategies to grow your music career. From optimising YouTube thumbnails and descriptions to mastering Instagram Reels and Stories, this section helps you build engagement, track analytics, and reach new fans through visual content.

Music Marketing Strategies

Learn how to plan your release effectively and reach a broader audience with a limited budget. Learn about various online and offline marketing strategies, such as influencer marketing, to promote your track and how to allocate a budget for these efforts. Discover barter deals that musicians can utilise when starting with a limited or no budget.

Short Form Content for Musicians.

Short-form content, such as Reels, Shorts, and TikToks, has become a game-changer. Learn how to create engaging, algorithm-friendly clips that increase discoverability, make your tracks go viral, and build loyal followers even before the full release drops.

Sponsorships, funding and endorsements

Learn how to find sponsorships for live shows, how to associate with a brand to promote your release and your tour. Learn about brand endorsements and types, how you can stand a chance to get one, and what brands specifically look for in an artist before saying yes.

Content Generation and Feedback

Learn the art of building a content calendar, generating consistent music-related content, and engaging with your audience in meaningful ways. Get comfortable with collecting feedback via comments, polls, and reactions to improve future content and songs.

How to Grow your fan base

Go beyond followers and build a real fan community. Learn how to attract listeners across platforms, keep them engaged, and turn them into superfans who stream your songs, buy tickets, and support your journey long-term.

Live streaming for musicians

Learn about different live streaming platforms and how musicians can use them to their advantage. Learn about other things musicians can do on different live streaming platforms and how it can help them even make an extra side income.

Case studies

Learn how musicians have used social media to promote their music, how and which musicians were discovered on social media and how musicians make a living with the help of social media.

This module provides an overview of audio engineering and how to operate professional audio equipment correctly. The module is particularly beneficial for technical employees who have some practical experience but lack a fundamental understanding of sound and audio theory. The module has been deliberately developed from the outset to be a self-paced, step-by-step approach so that you won’t require any prior expertise with home studio setup, miking techniques, analog emulation plugins and sound recording.

Introduction to Audio

Basics of Sound, Behaviour of Sound, Human ear functioning, Waves theory, Psychoacoustics, Localisation, Fletcher Munson and concepts of frequency, amplitude and wavelength and their relation with each other.

Sound Propagation and Hearing

Waves Theory, Localisation, Psychoacoustics, Fletcher Munson and a basic understanding of human hearing and speech. Using Fletcher Munson to understand audio reception and exploring the modes of sound propagation and the inverse square law.

Studio Protocol

Studio Etiquestes: Understanding of studio signal flow, rooms, and equipment. Understanding the studio routing and cabling for Recording and control rooms. Patch bays and tie lines. Cabling for audio / MIDI and Data routing and Daisy chaining.

Computer Fundamentals

Working Principles of Modern-day Computers and Fundamentals to Make Your PC for Home Studio Setups. Understanding how RAM and Processor play a key role along with storage capacities for a DAW to function smoothly. Exploring the basics of Mac OS and Windows for Core Audio and ASIO routings for DAW.

Cables and Connectors

Analog and Digital AES-approved cables and connectors that are being used in industry for audio signal flow and data management. Understanding the cable connection and making your own cables for audio routing. Understanding balanced and unbalanced audio and exploring new edge technology, such as DANTE.

Analog Console / AToD Convertors

Types of analog consoles, signal flow in channel strips and audio routing, introduction to sampling, buffer size, and AD converters and interfaces. Understanding Clocking and word clocks, exploring the AD/DA conversion by industry standard equipment and understanding the concept of jitter.

Microphone and Miking Technique

Types of Microphones and Their Working Principles. Miking techniques: Mono and Stereo, Understanding polar patterns and their usage while recording, Construction of microphones and their use for vocals and instruments. Recording techniques using room Mic, Glen John and Deca Tree, etc. Stereo Recording Techniques like XY, MidSide, ORTF, A,B etc.

Audio Format / Streaming

Types of Audio Formats and streaming principles, introduction to audio streaming process and broadcast. Streaming using OBS and Live streaming facilities for shows. Understanding the concept of TV vs Web Streaming.

Speakers and Amplifiers

Types of speakers and amplifiers and its usage. Construction Principles of Speakers for Studio and Live Applications. Studio Monitoring and placement principle.

MIDI

Introduction to MIDI Protocol, CC messages, MPE, Daisy Chain and MIDI devices. MIDI 2.0 and controller mapping. MIDI Daisy Chain and MIDI Ports, etc.

Acoustics

Acoustic Principles, RT60, Studio Setups with Acoustic Treatments, and Home Studio DIY Setups. Understanding IR for rooms and using SonarWorks to understand room response for studio monitors.

Audio Routing Principles, Outboard Routing

Learn to route and use the outboard equipment with DAW and utilise an analogue console to multitrack and mix, exploring the concept of analog tracking and routing.

This in-depth music production module, with a focus on different Bollywood music styles and genres, and is meant to help producers gain a better understanding of the Bollywood music production techniques and track arrangement. The module is the ideal guide for anyone who aspires to establish a firm foothold in India’s music industry and wants to focus on Bollywood style of music production, remixes and edits. If you are into Bollywood Music or want to learn about this fastest growing music industry in the world, this Module is for you.

Intro to Bollywood Music

Comparing Bollywood to world music. Dissecting popular songs. Looking at popular Remakes and remixes. Indian Music theory and song structures.

Bollywood Track Construction Part 1

Understanding the history of Indian music, its influences, compositional practices, and song arrangements helps explore the Indian music style of songwriting and composition.

Bollywood Track Construction Part 2

Incorporating sample-based instruments and various Kontakt libraries in the arrangement.

Bollywood Track Construction Part 3

Flipping the song to make it sound more modern and contemporary. Production Techniques for a song approach in MIDI, utilising formant synthesis, multipass, and other methods, to create Bollywood sampling for old songs with modern textures.

Acoustic Pop Ballad from Scratch Part 1

Compose and produce a song from start to finish. Using sampled Indian Instruments, understanding the use of percussion, complexities of time signature and layering it with modern-day production sounds. Using Indian instruments from Kontakt on Portamento and Glissando for Gliding notes.

Acoustic Pop Ballad from Scratch Part 2

Layering Indian instruments with synths and samples. Blending in the indian instruments by synthesising them to suit the production approach and understanding the dynamics of Indian classical and folk instruments.

Acoustic Pop Ballad from Scratch Part 3

Creating Indian melodies and layering with percussion and recording for intro and outro parts with Bollywood style arrangements with Verse / Chorus AB Pattern, ABC Patterns, etc.

Acoustic Pop Ballad from Scratch Part 4

Understanding how contemporary Bollywood mixes are different from other pop genres.Influences in Bollywood film mix and understanding the context of the storyline for production and mixing the Bollywood songs.

Creating loops and oneshots for a SAMPLE BANK

Curating and creating a sample bank that will be part of your portfolio, recording one-shot samples such as percussion, drum hits, and loops, and creating a loop library from your original songs.

How to Remix/Sample old Songs

Learning the art of sampling. Using old songs and sampling the content for new edge production with tools like warping and Flex.

Film Mixing and Immersive Audio

Understanding what is surround sound and ATMOS. Preparing the tracks for surround Mix. Technical specifications of a film mix. What is ambisonics and Spatial audio?

Final Performance and Feedback

Performing your track live, listening to demos and getting final feedback from the mentors.

Acquire all the knowledge to kickstart your music career better by knowing all about the music industry and its practices. Learn how to get a label deal, understand multiple avenues to earn income from music, get an in-depth knowledge about royalties, contracts, music publishing, music distribution, sync licensing and much more about the Music Business in this module. This module will equip you with the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to launch a career in the music industry as an artist, manager, agent, or producer.

Music Copyrights

Learn about copyrights, trademarks & patents. Understand the different types of music copyrights, the exclusive rights that every copyright holder receives, whether registering copyrights is necessary, and the procedure for doing so. Understand the difference between songwriters and recording artists.

Record Labels

Learn about the types of record labels and deals, the roles and responsibilities of record labels, and the advantages and disadvantages of signing up with a record label.

How to get signed – Music Distributors vs Record labels

Learn about the key difference between record labels and music distributors, how to get a demo signed with a record label, and which distributor or label is the right fit for you.

Music Publishers

Learn about the types of publishers and deals, the roles and responsibilities of music publishers, and the advantages and disadvantages of signing up with a music publisher.

How to get signed – Traditional vs Modern Music Publishing

Learn about the key difference between traditional and modern publishing deals, how to get a publishing deal, and which publishing deal is the right fit for you. Learn how the leading music publishers work.

Music Royalties

Learn about PROs, MROs, interactive and non-interactive streaming platforms, performance, mechanical & synch royalties, how they flow from different streaming and download platforms to the artists and songwriters and how to collect the royalties.

Master & Music Publishing Contracts

Learn about the key clauses, terms and conditions included in master and music publishing contracts, what they mean and how to negotiate them with record labels and music publishers.

Remixes & Cover songs

Learn about the key difference between remixes, covers, bootlegs and edits. How to officially release cover songs and remixes on YouTube and other platforms. How to secure licenses and collect royalties.

How to license your music for TV & Films

How to pitch your demos to music supervisors, A&Rs and production houses for TV and Films. How to find the right project that fits your music, how to organise music libraries and key metadata for submission.

Career Opportunities in the Music Industry

Discover the career opportunities and pathways available in the modern music industry. How to find and apply for music jobs, the platforms and resources every musician should know.

Artist Management & Bookings

Learn about the roles and responsibilities of Artist management companies, booking and music managers, how they are different and how to sign up with them.

Case Studies

Examples of copyright infringements, case studies of disputes between record labels, artists and songwriters

This module provides extensive knowledge of music composition, sound engineering basics and it’s elements meant for film and television production. It includes learning the orchestral arrangements and composition practices also understanding the basics of sound design for films using sound effects and learn the art of Foley and using synthesis as a modern day tool to be used for sound design for visual media.

Intro to Film

Evolution of Film & Music over time. Understanding Video formats, frame rates, working with 2 types of timelines,Different roles of people involved in the project. Getting to know the team and each person’s responsibility. How to compose a Film Score – understanding the intention of the filmmaker.

Film Scoring Part 1

Intro to orchestral Programming – theory (voices, sections, articulations, arrangement, etc), types of instruments and the moods they evoke. How the music is different for a feature film, an indie film, a TV Jingle, a social media advertisement or a promotional video.

Film Scoring Part 2

Using NI kontakt and creating score using libraries like Symphony essential, Session strings etc. Using Automation in Kontakt, Exploring multi-timbral kontakt libraries

Film Scoring Part 3

Adding Synths and unconventional instruments to create a hybrid sound. Using sfx and ambience to create emphasis and de-emphasis. Understand different automation techniques to create movement and a sense of realism.

Intro To Sound Design

Fundamentals of sound for feature films, tv series and Advertisements. Setting up the session. Learn how sound and music for film differs from conventional music recording. Different roles of people involved in the project. Getting to know the team and each person’s responsibility.

Sync, ADR Sound Design

Understanding how audio is captured on film sets, and learning how it is recreated in a studio. Learn why we do this and the limitations of sync sound.Overcoming these challenges in post production. Understanding the responsibilities of a sound designer.

Foley Sound Design

Understanding Foley Sound Design. Recording Foley, Layering sounds, creating ambience/atmosphere, creating realistic sounds, creating overly dramatic sounds.

Composing a Jingle Part 1

Why are jingles so catchy? writing a catchy hook, creating a 60-90 sec song around the hook melody. Coming up with short jingles with brand study and showcasing the brand ideology for ad campaign

Composing a Jingle Part 2

Synthesis, Brams and Layering for transitional points, Understanding the concpets of motion cuts for transitional effects and sound design for sequence.

Composing a Jingle Part 3

Using Synths for sound design. Layering Music with Foley sound. Using SFX for more impactful music and emotive.

Izotope RX Part 1

Using Izotope RX for repairing audio and for cleaning ambience, isolating specific sounds and creating new ambience.

Izotope RX Part 2

Izotope RX for cleaning Music and Isolating elements. Balancing the elements and Creating stems for remixes.Also using Izotope RX plugins in DAW and tips for better workflow and managing latency