Logic Classes with David Nahmani, author of Logic Pro 9 and Logic Express 9 - Apple Pro Training Series.
Course Description Hours Location Who Should Attend What You Will Learn Prerequisites Trainer Textbook Each student will be provided a station with a 20" iMac Intel Core 2 Duo and Logic Studio, a MIDI Controller Keyboard, and a copy of the official Apple Certification textbook along with its DVD containing all Media Files used during the exercises. Although not required, it is recommended to bring your own set of headphones.
This three-day hands-on course introduces students to the primary features and basic user interface of Logic Pro. Students learn how to Produce Music in Logic, from recording and editing Audio and MIDI, matching tempos, using Flex Time editing, programming drums, arranging, mixing and automation. The Apple Certification test for Logic Pro level 1 is included in the price of the workshop.
From 10am to 5pm. The Apple Certification Test will be offered on the last day, after class from 5pm to 7pm.
This class will take place at Digital Training & Designs in Dallas, TX.
This class is designed for those who want to learn music production and composition using Logic Pro or Logic Express. The course is best suited for those who prefer hands-on and interactive instruction to explore the full functionality of Logic Pro.
Students should have the following prerequisite knowledge prior to attending the course:
David Nahmani
Logic Pro 9 and Logic Express 9 - Apple Pro Training Series by David Nahmani, Peachpit Press (will be provided in class)
Day 1
Making Music with Logic
Launching Logic, Exploring the interface, Navigating the Song, Zooming, Previewing and using Loops, Building an arrangement, Mixing, and Exporting the mix
Recording Audio
Digital Audio Recording Settings, Recording a Single Instrument, Recording Additional Takes, Recording Takes in Cycle Mode, Recording Multiple Tracks, Recording Additional Takes on Multiple Tracks, Punching in and out (Auto and On the Fly), Adjusting Recording settings and Adjusting Metronome Settings
Editing Audio
Deleting Unused Audio Files, Importing Audio Files with the Browser, Comping Takes, Flatten Take Folder, Using Fades and Crossfades, Using the Flex Tool to modify a groove, Reversing sound, Lining up sounds on the grid, Quantizing Audio
Day 2
Recording MIDI
Using Software Instruments, Quantizing a Recording, Using External MIDI Hardware, Merging New Recordings, Recording Additional Takes, Layering Instruments, and Splitting a Keyboard to Control Two Instruments
Editing and Programming MIDI
Importing MIDI Files, Editing in the Piano Roll Editor, Editing in the Score Editor, Editing in the Hyper Editor, Editing MIDI Continuous Controller Events, and Editing a MIDI Recording
Programming Drums
Programming a Drum Beat, Editing Velocity and Accents, Humanizing a Pattern, Creating a Snare Roll, Converting MIDI to Audio and Audio to MIDI and Creating Sampler Instruments
Manipulating Tempo and Time Stretching
Adjusting a Song's Tempo to a Loop, Adjusting a Loop's Tempo to a Song, Tempo Changes and Curves, Time-stretching Audio, Time-stretching MIDI, Using Apple Loops, Creating Blue and Green Apple Loops, Adding Apple Loops to a Lop Browser and Using the Follow Tempo Function, Using Flex Editing to stretch or align audio, Varispeed, Tape Slow Down effects
Day 3
Arranging the Song
Using the Grid, Inserting Time Signature Changes, Using the Catch Function, Using the Skip Cycle Mode, Cutting Regions, Repeating Sections, and Using Aliases to Build an Arrangement
Mixing
Using the Amp Designer and Pedalboard, Using the Mixer, Setting Volumes, Groups, Panning, Using the Channel EQ & Analyzer, Using Busses and Auxes, Adding Delay and Reverb, Using Compressors and Limiters, Pre-mastering
Automating the Mix and Using Control Surfaces
Region- vs. Track-based Automation, Writing and Editing Offline Automation, Recording Online Automation, and Using External Controllers
Certification Exam
The end exam is administered online
