Course Overview
Duration: 10 Lessons (2 hours per session)
Location: Luxembourg City Studios
Maximum Participants: Taught 1-to-1 with your music genre (Afro House, House, Techno, EDM, Downtempo, Hiphop)
Languages: English / French
Software: Cubase Pro/Artist
Certification: Yes
Taught 1-to-1 with your music genre
Choose your own lesson times 6 days a week
You have a basic understanding of Cubase Pro, and want to pursue music production further. Even if you are already familiar with technology - it is important to re-learn things in a structured way to take your production to the next level.
It's relatively easy to get a bunch of loops happening but not everyone can mold them into a finished, dynamic tune.
This course will help you to understand how tracks are structured in order to elevate your music above that of the competition. Get a deeper understanding of sampling and song structure. Focusing on composition and arrangement techniques, this second-level music production course will allow you to create an original track, mashups, and remixes.
What I will learn?
Session 1: Advanced Melodic Progression & Groove Structure
Understanding complex chord progressions & harmonic movement
Creating compelling melodies that evolve
Groove and rhythm techniques for dynamic beats
Swing, quantization, and humanization for organic feel
Session 2: Advanced Audio & MIDI FX
Exploring time-based effects (reverb, delay, chorus)
MIDI FX for creative composition (arpeggiators, step sequencers)
Advanced modulation techniques (LFOs, envelopes)
Using distortion and saturation for character
Session 3: Advanced Structure & Arrangement
Creating energy and tension in tracks
Sections of a track: Intro, build-up, drop, breakdown, outro
Arrangement strategies for different genres
Transition techniques for smooth flow
Session 4: Using Third-Party Plug-ins & Synth Layering
Exploring VSTs and best plug-ins for production
Sound layering and stacking techniques
Combining different synths for a fuller sound
Sound design basics using third-party synths
Session 5: Vocal Recording Techniques & Correction (Vari Audio)
Setting up a vocal recording session
Best mic techniques & preamp settings
Editing and processing vocals
Using Vari Audio for pitch correction & harmonization
Session 6: Dynamics Processors & Advanced Compression Techniques
Understanding compressors, limiters, gates, and expanders
Multi-band compression and dynamic EQ
Side-chaining for pumping effects
Using compression in mixing and mastering
Session 7: Mid & Side EQ’ing + Bussing, Grouping, Sends & Returns
Understanding Mid/Side processing for stereo width
EQ strategies for clarity and balance
Creating group channels for better mix control
Using send/return effects for spatial depth
Session 8: Sampling & Sound Placement
Using the "Sample Track" for custom sounds
Creating unique textures with sampling
Placing sounds effectively in a mix
Layering and panning for depth
Session 9: Automation Techniques (Reverb, Delay, EQ)
Automating reverb and delay for movement
Dynamic EQ automation for clean transitions
Filter sweeps, volume fades, and LFO automation
Creating risers and FX automation
Session 10: Introduction to Audio Engineering, Mix-Down & Finishing Tracks
Finalizing a mix (gain staging, balance)
Stereo imaging and depth control
Preparing a track for mastering
Final track polish and export settings
Requirements
Each student must have:
- Peronnal Laptop
- Cubase license (Artist or Pro), which will be used as the main DAW for the course. New enrollments are eligible for a 50% discount on the purchase of the Cubase license.
- No prior DJing or music production knowledge is required.
Included in fees:
✅ 50% de réduction sur la licence Cubase (Artist & Pro)
✅ Matériel studio haut de gamme à disposition des étudiants, sans frais supplémentaires
✅ Accès illimité aux équipements et aux sessions de pratique