Do I need any music production experience to start?

No - the course is designed for complete beginners as well as those who've already dabbled and want to close gaps.

Is a private, 1-on-1 version available?

Yes - a 20-hour option exists through Ableton Live Private Instruction.

Do I get a discount on the software?

Yes - all students get a 40% EDU discount on Ableton Live.

What's covered across the 36 hours?

Ableton basics, MIDI and audio work, live performance and DJing, composing with virtual instruments, and advanced sound design techniques.

What if I can't make a class?

You can catch it up free of charge on a future cycle, usually your preferred one.

Ableton Live Course

Ableton Live Production Course

A Real-World Intro to Music Production

Want to make the music you love but feel overwhelmed by YouTube tutorials and endless how-to books? You're not alone—and you’re in the right place.

Our Ableton Production Course is the perfect hands-on introduction to music production. Based on our full Ableton Producer Program, this streamlined 36-hour course gives you the essential tools, techniques, and creative confidence to start making music you're proud of.

You'll get straight into the action with guided, practical sessions using Ableton Live—the revolutionary DAW powering music across the globe. Whether you join us in-person or LIVE online, you'll finish the course with real skills, a real track, and a real understanding of how to bring your ideas to life.

No guesswork. Just music, made by you.

“I needed to brush up on something, so I called Garnish, as they have the best instructors” – Jamie Jones

Ableton Live has revolutionized how producers create and perform—its unique Session View makes it an unbeatable tool for jamming, experimenting, and evolving ideas in real time. Its intuitive layout makes it perfect for beginners, while its depth keeps even seasoned pros coming back for more.

Our Ableton Production Course is ideal whether you're just getting started or you've already dabbled and want to fill in the gaps. With expert instruction and hands-on guidance, you'll build a solid foundation, sharpen your workflow, and unlock the full creative potential of Ableton Live.

Lisbon's course runs in small groups at our studio, taught by working producers, with live-online attendance for students elsewhere in Portugal. The city's fast-growing electronic scene makes it a good place to learn this.

Testimonials

What our students say.

“It's much easier to learn from an experienced instructor rather than Youtube because I am able to ask questions and know why things work instead of just following a video.”

Henry Hang (Zankr)

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