20 minutes of class

Music Theory - Modal Interchange Overview

This 2-hour workshop will introduce you to a modern approach of music composition in Ableton Live.

• The Importance of Music Theory
• Building Blocks of Music:
  • Scales: We'll break down the concept of scales and how they form the foundation of melodies and chords.
  • Chords: We'll explore how chords are built from scales and understand their role in creating harmony and progression.
• Modern Composition Techniques:
  • Modal Interchange: We'll dive into the concept of modal interchange, a technique where chords are borrowed from outside the traditional scale to create unique sounds.
  • Composition based on Chords: Instead of focusing on a specific key, you'll learn how to compose melodies and basslines directly based on chord progressions.
• Applying Theory in Ableton Live: Throughout the class, you'll gain practical experience by applying these concepts directly within Ableton Live including the new Live 12 MIDI tools like Stacks, Seed and Shape.

Previous Music Theory Knowledge

While the class starts with the basics, it builds upon existing knowledge. Having some prior music theory understanding will help you grasp the concepts faster, but it's not mandatory.

What's Included with this session

• 2 hours of Ableton Certified Training Video
• Music Theory Cheat Sheets and Links

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Yeuda Ben-Atar, a world renowned Ableton Certified Trainer, hails from Los Angeles, California. Originally from Israel, Yeuda’s passion for music led him to the United States, where he discovered his true calling with Ableton Live in 2007, embarking on a journey of mastery.

He approaches Ableton in a unique way; producing and performing with video game controllers under the moniker Side Brain.

One of Yeuda’s most remarkable qualities is his exceptional knowledge and speed, combined with his unparalleled ability to explain complex concepts in a simple and engaging manner.

With years of experience as a music production instructor and educator, Yeuda has contributed his expertise to prestigious institutions throughout the United States, including USC, UCLA, UCSD, Colburn Music School, Berkley School of Music, Cal Arts, NAMM, Skywalker Sounds, Bedrock LA, Sonos Studios, Sweetwater Headquarters, 1500 or Nothing studios, Grammy U, Pensado’s Place, Vintage King, Museum of Making Music, Lynda.com (now known as Linkedin Learning), and Perfect Circuit Audio, among many others.

His projects have included working with and teaching artists such as Timbaland, Ludacris, Lavel Kali(Beyonce, Drake) DJ Numark and Jurassic 5, Beck, Skrillex, Flying Lotus, Ed Sheeran, Rick Rubin, Giorgio Moroder, Simi, Bootie Brown (Pharcyde), Dave Pensado, Madison Mcferrin and countless others.