BEATLAB: Ableton Live Music Production Intensive - October 10 - 12, 2025

Fri, 10 Oct, 2025 at 09:30 am to Sun, 30 Nov, 2025 at 10:00 pm UTC-07:00

San Francisco Film School | San Francisco

San Francisco Film School
Publisher/HostSan Francisco Film School
BEATLAB: Ableton Live Music Production Intensive -  October 10 - 12, 2025
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This intensive weekend transforms complete beginners into confident Ableton Live users who can create finished, professional-quality tracks.
About this Event

This intensive weekend transforms complete beginners into confident Ableton Live users who can create finished, professional-quality tracks. By focusing on the 20% of skills that produce 80% of results, students will leave with two completed tracks and the foundation to continue growing independently.


📍 Workshop Details

Date: 3-Day Intensive – October 10–12, 2025
Time: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM daily (price includes all 3 days)
Location: San Francisco Film School – 155 Sansome St, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
Early Registration: Save $100 when you sign up early
Class Size: Limited to 12 students for personalized feedback


🚀 What You’ll Learn
  • Navigate Ableton Live's dual interface (Session and Arrangement Views) with confidence, mastering essential tools for modern music production
  • Program compelling drums, bass, and melodic elements using Ableton's powerful sampling, synthesis, and groove tools
  • Create original sounds using Ableton's native instruments (Analog, Wavetable, Sampler) and build custom device racks with macro controls
  • Produce professional-quality tracks in hip-hop, electronic music, or pop styles with authentic sonic characteristics and arrangement techniques
  • Finish two polished productions from concept to final master, ready for streaming platforms or professional presentation
  • Apply contemporary production techniques, including AI-assisted creativity, resampling, and non-linear composition methods

🎯 Perfect For
  • Aspiring music producers and beat makers
  • Singer-songwriters wanting to self-produce their music
  • Content creators needing original soundtracks and beats
  • DJs looking to create original tracks for their sets
  • Musicians transitioning from traditional instruments to digital production
  • Creative professionals seeking hands-on music production skills

🏆 Upon Completion, You’ll Master
  • Complete Ableton Live workflow proficiency for independent music creation
  • Professional beat programming and rhythm section construction
  • Essential sound design and synthesis techniques
  • Industry-standard mixing and mastering fundamentals
  • Genre-specific production approaches (hip-hop, electronic, or pop)
  • Creative sampling and audio manipulation methods
  • Two finished, mixed tracks ready for your portfolio

📢 Seats are limited — register today to secure your spot and start creating at a professional level!

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

San Francisco Film School, 155 Sansome Street, San Francisco, United States

Tickets

USD 847.00

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