An introduction to the art of music production. From music theory to arrangement the class will learn how to produce music of any genre of their choice. The focus of the course will be on the process involved in taking a song idea in its initial inception to getting it ready for a professional mix and master. We will learn all this using Ableton and how to operate and navigate the Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) software and what it has to offer. Topics will include basic music theory, song construction, sampling, digital tempo and rhythmic manipulation, applying effects and time-based effects properly, automation, and mixing basics. Class Fee $283 - Class Number: M-PR01 Instructor: Salas, Julio - Meets on: We for 6 sessions