Overview

Learn how to take your original music productions to the stage and bring your tracks to life in a live performance setting. This course covers everything from preparing your tracks in Ableton Live to using hardware controllers and instruments to trigger clips and control effects in real-time. Whether you're an electronic music producer or a live performer, this course will equip you with the skills to perform like a pro.

You'll also explore how to integrate live instruments, hardware synthesizers, and effects into your set. Dive deep into Ableton Live's Session and Arrangement views and discover your personal performance style. Additionally, you’ll get expert constructive feedback on your stage presence and performance style to help refine your live show. By the end of the course, you'll have the knowledge and confidence to perform an original live set of your own music.

Course Outcomes

• Achieve mastery of Ableton Live for your live performances.

• Learn to incorporate different hardware instruments, synthesizers, effects, and vocals into your live performance.

• Gain confidence in performing on stage and expressing yourself in a live setting.

• Prepare and organize your completed songs and projects for live performance setups.

• Develop, practice, and perform a 15-minute live set of original music.

Class Topics

Preparing Your Tracks for Live Performance: Learn how to organize and format your tracks for a smooth live performance experience using Ableton Live.

Building Your Live Rig: Get expert advice on building the right performance setup, including selecting the best controllers, synthesizers, and effects within your budget.

Incorporating Live Instruments: Integrate live instruments, hardware synths, and effects into your set for a dynamic performance.

Developing your stage presence: Immerse yourself in mastering the art of feeling confident in front of a crowd while showcasing your unique musical style.

Creating Dynamic Live Arrangements: Develop engaging and fluid live arrangements of your original music, using Ableton Live's features.

Adapting to Different Venues and Sound Systems: Prepare your performance for various venue types and sound systems, ensuring your live set sounds great in any environment.

Engaging Your Audience with Visuals: Learn how to add captivating visual elements to enhance your performance and connect with your audience.

Smooth Transitions: Discover techniques to transition between tracks and sections seamlessly during a live set.

Circle Community

As part of the IO Music Academy Circle, students gain exclusive access to an online hub where they can connect, collaborate, and receive feedback on their tracks. You'll get lifetime access to course materials such as class recordings, dynamic notes, and workshop videos.

Weekly workshops and collaboration opportunities with fellow students and alumni ensure that you stay engaged and continue to grow, even after completing the course.

Program Options

Live Performance is part of the following artist programs:

Total Producer Program (18-24 Months)

Custom Producer Program (6-12 Months)

By enrolling in one of our artist programs, you'll benefit from a comprehensive learning experience at a reduced per-course cost, perfect for those committed to becoming professional producers.