Ableton 1: Intro to Electronic Music and Rave Culture
Date: June 17, 2025 3:30-5pm
Session Leaders: Jason Snell • Jason Snell
Format: Hybrid (In-person with online access)
Tags: #Ableton • #music production • #sound design • #beginners • #MIDI • #electronic music • #rave

This beginner-friendly session is perfect for anyone who’s new to Ableton Live or wants a refresher. We’ll cover the essentials of sound design and electronic music production, including making loops with samples, creating beats, and using MIDI with the built-in synthesizers. In the lessons, we’ll interweave the history of 90's rave culture and music technology. Laptops with Ableton installed are encouraged but not required to follow along.