Unless otherwise stated all courses are weekly for 2hrs over 10 weeks and are FREE, ring Mike on 0113 2442773 for full details

Ableton Live

Venue:Cardigan Centre,145-149 Cardigan Road,LS61LJ
Start date: Tuesday, 16th January
Times: 4.30-6.30pm (Training Room)
Course length: 10 weeks
Tutor: Tom Sidebottome
Cost: free

State of the art music software that lets you do just about anything from creating sounds, recording and even DJing!

Acid Pro

Venue: Cardigan Centre,145-149 Cardigan Road,  LS6 1LJ
Start date: Wednesday 17th January
Times: 7-9:00pm
Course length: 10 weeks
Tutor: Tom Sidebottom
Cost: free

Don't be afraid of music technology! This program is an ideal introduction for those of you wanting to launch yourself in to the world of making music on computers. Acid allows you to piece together loops quickly and easily, record your own material and enter MIDI notes using provided MIDI instruments.

>Cubase Complete

Venue: Cardigan Centre,145-149 Cardigan Road,  LS6 1LJ
Start date: Wednesday 17th January
Times: 4.30-6.30pm
Course length: 10 weeks
Tutor: Ken Tokutani
Cost: free

Introduction to Cubase: Music Production - Midi and Audio
You will learn how to use Cubase for song writing using midi including vst instruments, synthesizers, sound modules, vst effects for mixing and mastering and Rewire to connect between two programs. You'll also learn how to use Cubase for arranging and mixing.
You will find out about copyrighting for sampling; learning how to create, edit, and format samples / loops from audio files and using Cubase to record, edit, arrange and mix audio. The course will also cover recording equipment and methods of sound recording.

>Cubase Project NOT RUNNING THIS TERM

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If you've used Cubase before and are wanting to take things further, learn the intricacies of the software and devlop your material, this one's for you!

Setting up a Home Studio: an introduction to music technology
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Course length: 10 weeks
Tutor: Si Denbigh
Cost: Free
The virtual studio has become a reality, but the massive choice of software and
hardware is overwhelming, where do you start? Well, here
A ten week course providing the necessary information and ability to successfully set up and use a basic computer based studio, including:
Choosing the right components of a home studio exploring hardware options, both PC and audio.
An overview of all the different types of audio software, with free (legal) software provided by the tutor.
Crucial basic recording techniques and making a CD.
(Basic computing skills are needed to participate in this course)


>Let Us Gig: PA and Live Performance

Venue: The Primrose Pub, Meanwood Road
Start date: Monday 15th January
Times: 7-9:30 pm
Course length: 10 weeks
Tutor: Rob Lee
Cost: free

A course for local musicians, vocalists, MCs and DJs interested in gaining actual experience of performing live on stage, this is an introduction to playing live, with hands-on workshops on PA, monitoring equipment, and the necessary knowledge and skills to prepare for performing on a stage. This groundbreaking course is aimed at providing the participants with the invaluable experience of actually being on stage and also working with other artists of various styles. The course is split into two five-week parts, culminating in a live performance at a venue open to the public.
(This course does not teach you how to play your guitar or be competent in any other chosen musical field applicants should be ready to perform in front of an audience!)
This is an exciting new venue for training and of course represents the genuine working environment for a sound system. Featured on BBC TV!

>Setting Up A DIY Record Label Venue: Wrangthorn Hall, Hyde Park Terrace, Hyde Park Cnr
Start date: Wednesday 28th February
Times: 7.00-9.00pm
Course length: 4 Weeks
Tutor: Si Denbigh
Cost:Free

Setting Up Your Own Record Label in 5 easy parts:
The line between Artists and Labels has become less important as home recording and online trading has become more accessible. Covering topics from Artists' Rights, DIY recording, Production and Mastering, to Copyright, Promotion and Mp3s, this is a five week course aiming to give a student the necessary knowledge and expertise to set up and run their own record label.

>Reason
Venue: Cardigan Centre,145-149 Cardigan Road,  LS6 1LJ
Start date: Monday 15th January
Times: 7.00-9.00pm
Course length: 10 weeks
Tutor: Tom Davis
Cost: Free

The essential soft synth and sequencer package for dance music. Learn on the industry's standard.
Crucial basic recording techniques and making a CD.
(Basic computing skills are needed to participate in this course).

>Reason Beyond Beginners NOT RUNNING THIS TERM

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For those with some experience of Reason, this will give you the chance to take your skills further and develop your projects with help from our tutor.

>Songwriters Forum

Venue: The Cardigan Arms, Kirkstall Road (opp Vue Cinema)
Start date: Tuesday 16th January
Times: 7.00-9.30pm
Course length: 10 weeks
Cost: free
Tutors: Lucy Frankel & Dean Murray

This will be an interactive forum on Song Composition for those who already have some skill with their instrument or voice. Will help with relationship between melody and harmony, chord structures and rhythms. Come along and meet other musicians and get networking.
 

>Introduction to Live Sound Engineering

Venue: The Primrose Pub, Meanwood Road
Start date: Monday 15th January
Times: 3.00-6.00pm
Course length: 8 weeks
Cost: free
Tutors: James Coxhead

A practical introduction of sound engineering in a live environment, you will learn how sound works, what's involved in a PA and what you do to make music sound better in a live venue. Whether you are in a band and want to get more out of a performance or you are a budding sound engineer, this should help.

>Sing YOUR Song

Venue: Wrangthorn Hall, Hyde Park Terrace, Hyde Park Cnr
Start date: Monday 15th January
Times: 7:30 - 9:30pm
Course length: 10 weeks
Cost: free
Tutor: Jenny Kosmowsky

Make the most of your voice whether you're a singer song writer, the singer in a band or are just wanting to explore new possibilities. You'll learn classical and more experimental techniques with the guidance of our opera trained singer in a fun and creative environment. This course is run in a supportive and non-judgmental way, but it will also take you out of the comfort zone to get the best from your voice.

>DJing: The Basic Concepts

Venue:Cardigan Centre,145-149 Cardigan Road,  LS6 1LJ
Start date: Tuesday 16th January
Times: 4:20 - 6:30 (meeting room)
Course length: 10 weeks
Cost: free
Tutor: Ryan de Wane

 
>DIY and Working with the Music Industry NOT RUNNING THIS TERM

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If you're a musician or in a band, and wanting to reach new audiences successfully, this course will give you the info you need. from understanding who deals with what in the music industry to how you can manage and promote your band effectively, how to go about organising your own tour, and what you should consider when approaching record companies, looking for that elusive deal.

>Introduction to Music Journalism NOT RUNNING THIS TERM

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Cost: Free
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Music journalism is at its most fertile stage for a long time and this brand new course looks at getting in to or developing music jornalistic skills whether as a hobby or professionally. All the skills required to get good copy, how you give exposure to up and coming bands and the local music scene as well as how to make a career out of it.There may be a guest speaker who will give you an insight in to how they got involved with it.

Please contact Mike Jolly to sign up for the above courses.