In this two-part workshop, we’ll learn the basics of recording, sound processing, and sound design using Ableton Live- and explore them in our music studios!

In a broad overview of the essential skills, concepts, and tools used in music production, this workshop introduces how Ableton Live can be used for recording, MIDI composition, sound design, mixing, collaboration, live performance and more- taking you through everything between initially navigating Live’s interface, to exporting a finished track.

Workshop Format:

• 2 hour workshop + 1 hour open studio

Limited to just 12 spots, so RSVP early to secure your place.

The first session will cover the basics of navigating Live’s interface, including how to set up and organize a session, use Ableton’s built-in plugins, record external instruments, and work with MIDI.

The second session will have a more exploration-based focus, demonstrating what makes Live a unique application for sound processing, collaboration, and live performance. We will investigate some creative ways to use its included tools and features, covering intermediate concepts and techniques that can be used for creating, mixing, and performing music.

Tatum Wilson is a Montreal-based producer and audio engineer whose practice spans ambient composition (under the alias operaa), post-production sound for film, and experimental sound art. His work often incorporates immersive audio and intricate sound design, exploring the emotional and perceptual dimensions of listening.

In recent years, his compositions and collaborations have been presented at festivals and exhibitions by institutions such as the Société des arts technologiques, MUTEK, the Centre Culturel Canadien in Paris, Electrochoc (Akousma) and ELEKTRA. Since 2021, he has been involved in organizing and facilitating digital arts programming at World Creation Studio.