Learn How to Arrange, Mix, and Master Songs

This course will focus on taking a collection of loops and ideas and arranging them in the Arrangement View.  Concepts will include: arrangement editing, track automation, common techniques for song arrangements, using locate markers, fade handles, basic mixing concepts such as gain staging, leaving headroom on the master track, subtractive EQing, using a compressor to control dynamics, and then finally some quick and dirty “mastering” techniques.

This is the third course in our 3-course Music Production Bootcamp. You can enroll in this course only, or save 20% by enrolling in all 3 courses of our Music Production Bootcamp. View additional information about pricing and enrollment options.

Live, Interactive Training

This program is conducted in an online group class setting, at the same high quality you've come to expect from our video courses, which have been enjoyed by over 30,000 students!

Participate in weekly lectures, submit assignments and collaborate with other students. Classes meet twice per week. Each class is 2 hours long and alternate between a lecture day and a lab day, with a homework assignment in between. You can also optionally drop in to regularly scheduled office hours for extra help from the instructor.

Since this program is entirely online, you can participate from the comfort of your own home. Students may join from anywhere in the world since classes are hosted in a virtual classroom (via Zoom), which includes seamless audio/video/screen streaming for each student.

Week 1: Arrangement View and The Linear Timeline

Week 2: Arrangement Concepts

Week 3: Arrangement Editing

Lecture Day

• Learn more detailed editing techniques such as working with time (adding, deleting, duplicating on the fly), and splitting/consolidating clips.

• Utilize techniques like reverse, crossfade, risers, drops in tension, and more to create engaging arrangements.

• Discuss cycles, tension and release.

WEEK 4: Track Automation

Lecture Day

• Learn how to create movement within arrangements using track automation.

• Use various tools for applying automation like drawing, mouse pointer, context menu curves, etc.

• Learn common use cases for automation like filter sweeps, panning, volume, delay and reverb tails.

WEEK 5: Mixing Concepts

Lecture Day

• Learn mixing essentials starting with signal flow, gain-staging, EQing, understanding frequency ranges, panning, stereo width, and more.

• Learn about controlling dynamic range with compression.

• Understand summing and appropriate headroom levels for digital mixing.

WEEK 6: Basic Mastering

Lecture Day

• Analyze various songs throughout various decades to get a sense of how mastering changed over the years.

• Learn how to use a reference track to match your mastering specs to your favorite songs.

• Learn about useful mastering chains and the appropriate tools for good sonic results.

Ready to Enroll?

Reserve your spot by clicking the “Purchase” button below and completing the checkout process. Payment is required in full to reserve your spot.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the digital classroom work?

Students may login from anywhere in the world using Zoom classroom software. Zoom requires virtually no setup, includes high quality audio/video/screen streaming, breakout chat rooms, and much more so that the classroom experience feels immersive and highly interactive.

What is the class schedule? When does it start?

The course will begin on December 1, 2020. Classes will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6pm-8pm EST. Students will be required to complete homework and project assignments between classes. Additionally, students will have access to their instructor via weekly office hours, for additional help and student-teacher interaction.

What if I miss a class? Will the lectures be accessible after the class?

Yes, all classes will be recorded and made available for viewing. If you miss a lecture, you can watch the recording later when you have time.

What skill level is required to attend the course?

Beginners as well as intermediate-level musicians and producers are welcome to attend this bootcamp. Once you enroll in this course, you’ll automatically get a 1-year membership to our course library. The only prerequisite for this course is to complete our free Electronic Music Production: Level 1 course, as well as Electronic Music Production: Level 3.

Can I get a discount on a Noiselab membership, to access all your video courses?

All enrolled students will receive a FREE 1-year membership to the complete Noiselab course library ($120 value). Students enrolled in all 3 courses of the Music Production Bootcamp will get a FREE lifetime membership to the complete Noiselab course library ($300 value).

Will there be homework or out-of-class work?

Yes, each week there will be assignments to further your learning and apply the concepts taught in class.

Can I get a discount for Ableton?

Yes, all students will receive a discount code to purchase Ableton Live and Push at a 30% discount.

How do I sign up?

Click the “Purchase” button above to proceed with the enrollment process. Your seat will be secured by paying the $800 fee. The course will be limited to 20 students, so enrollments will be closed once all seats are filled. If you have any questions, please contact us at contact@noiselab.io.

What’s your refund policy?

No refunds. Since we limit the number of spots in each course, we can’t provide any partial or full refunds.