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Ableton Live

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.

Shake hands with Ableton
How to Create with MIDI & Audio
Live Performance & DJing

Composing with Virtual Instruments & MIDI Tracks
Ableton Live Suite
Advanced Techniques and Sound Art

Why study Ableton with us?

Expert Instruction. Real Support. Total Access.

Our Ableton instructors aren’t just skilled—they’re seasoned professionals with real-world experience and deep industry insight. You’ll get exclusive, in-person access to their expertise, with answers to your questions and guidance tailored to your music. This kind of personalized support sets us apart from passive online tutorials and generic learning platforms. Consider the significance of this personalized approach, compared to alternative methods of learning, and discover qualities that distinguish us.

Miss a class? No problem. We offer flexible catch-up options, usually on your preferred schedule during a future cycle—so you won’t miss out on key content.

Every course includes expert-written reference materials to help you continue learning after your sessions end, keeping your momentum going long after the final class.

All Garnish students get a 40% EDU discount on Ableton software. Once you’re enrolled, we’ll show you how to access your discount and get set up with your own copy of Live.

Testimonials

I found the course very useful at least for me as I didn't have previous experience with Ableton. The instructor was always very helpful and attentive to solve and answer any question.

Luis Miranda

Everything was great. Can't think of anything I would change. The instructor is knowledgeable and personable. His expertise and time is much appreciated. Thank you!

Mike DeMille

The course is very friendly and engaging. Any and all questions will be asked with no hesitation or frustration, and it helps everyone else in the class that might have the same question in mind.

Ryan Conway

I would highly recommend Garnish because besides providing the technical aspects of the course material, the teachers are very knowledgeable about not only Ableton but music production in general which is a huge help. Garnish provides a great environment for music producers from all walks of life.

Terry Pham

Its a great school . I didn't know if I wanted to be more interested in music production and EDM but after Ableton I am totally in and I want to take more classes. Either you are a beginner or know something about Ableton, instructors will explain you very well.

Maria Luisa

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)

It was a lot better than watching youtube or reading about Ableton. The classes were helpful and it was nice to be around people with a similar mindset for networking etc.

Emma Henry

I took this course to build a stable foundation in Ableton. What I got was not only a foundation but and incredible amount of knowledge that surpassed my expectations. I highly recommend this course for anyone looking to take that next progression from DJ'n to producing. I now have the full confidence to open up Ableton and make a full blown production from scratch. I have Garnish and their awesome teachers to thank for that!

Corey Aguilar

This course helped me become a lot more confident in my ability within Ableton. I learnt a lot of tips and tricks, that even friends who are successful in the industry didn't know about. Every lesson was packed with useful knowledge and I never felt stupid asking ANY questions. I came to this course with very little knowledge of Ableton and had no recording/production knowledge. I am very happy with the level I am at for taking such a short course. 5 stars!

Vanessa Jadesa

Great introduction to Ableton and music production. The course gave me the confidence, knowledge, and inspiration that I needed to get cracking in my home studio. It made me realize how creative I can be, and how much potential I have. I am very grateful for this experience, and the teachers were very cool and patient. I plan to take follow-up courses in the future as I felt very comfortable at Garnish.

DJ Rhiannon

The instructor had a way of explaining things that helped drive things home and really stick for me. He almost felt like a peer rather than a teacher and to be able to ask "dumb" questions and receive a genuine response was great. I can tell there's a real passion for teaching these programs here, and it's not just to get our money.

Max Goldcamp

36 Hours

USA: $1499 + $100 Registration if booked 14 days before start or $1799 + $200 Registration

EU: €1299 + €100 Registration if booked 14 days before start or €1499 + €200 Registration

UK: £1099 + £100 Registration if booked 14 days before start or £1299 + £200 Registration

Or get in touch with one of our placement experts. They will follow up with information and find a time for an assessment call to get you in to the most suitable program we have for you. For one-to-one lessons, see Ableton Live Private Instruction, and connect with a specialist on that page.

Ableton Live Production Course | New York or Live Online

If you want to make the quality music you love but are bewildered by all the books and online tutorials around, our Ableton Live course is a perfect introduction to music production. Taken from our Ableton Producer Program, our shorter Ableton Production Course covers 36 hours of music production classes, where learners have the chance to immerse themselves in the wonderful world of this revolutionary music production software, and create something to be proud of, in-person in New York, or LIVE online.

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

Ableton has changed how producers make and perform music; the software offers an amazing ‘jamming’ tool to evolve ideas ‘on-the-fly’, with its easy-to-use template, making learning it suitable for beginners. Our Ableton Production Course is also great for those that are already using Ableton, but would like to fill in gaps and expand their skills though the help of professional tutoring.

• Shake hands with Ableton
• How to Create with MIDI & Audio
• Live Performance & DJing

• Composing with Virtual Instruments & MIDI Tracks
• Ableton Live Suite
• Advanced Techniques and Sound Art

Our Ableton instructors are seasoned experts in the realm of music production, offering you exclusive access to their wealth of knowledge and professional insights. They stand ready to address any questions you have, providing in-person guidance that adds unparalleled value to your learning experience. Consider the significance of this personalized approach, compared to alternative methods of learning, and discover qualities that distinguish us.

If you can’t make a lesson, we will give you the option to catch up the same class on a future cycle, and normally your first choice cycle. All of our courses come with additional reading written by our expert course developers for you to refer to after your course, keeping your momentum going.

Many learners these days prefer to use their own laptops on our courses for things like getting help customizing their set-up, and they have their project exactly as they left it in class to work on at home. So we made the course more affordable, but added a $75 supplement for learners who wish to hire an iMac loaded with software. Please ensure you book an iMac when you book your course if you need one. Controller keyboards, and headphones are provided for everyone if needed. All of our students qualify for a 40% EDU discount on Ableton software, so once you have enrolled, you can purchase Ableton here, then ask us how you get your discount.

Our Testimonials

I found the course very useful at least for me as I didn't have previous experience with Ableton. The instructor was always very helpful and attentive to solve and answer any question.

Luis Miranda

Everything was great. Can't think of anything I would change. The instructor is knowledgeable and personable. His expertise and time is much appreciated. Thank you!

Mike DeMille

The course is very friendly and engaging. Any and all questions will be asked with no hesitation or frustration, and it helps everyone else in the class that might have the same question in mind.

Ryan Conway

I would highly recommend Garnish because besides providing the technical aspects of the course material, the teachers are very knowledgeable about not only Ableton but music production in general which is a huge help. Garnish provides a great environment for music producers from all walks of life.

Terry Pham

Its a great school . I didn't know if I wanted to be more interested in music production and EDM but after Ableton I am totally in and I want to take more classes. Either you are a beginner or know something about Ableton, instructors will explain you very well.

Maria Luisa

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)

It was a lot better than watching youtube or reading about Ableton. The classes were helpful and it was nice to be around people with a similar mindset for networking etc.

Emma Henry

I took this course to build a stable foundation in Ableton. What I got was not only a foundation but and incredible amount of knowledge that surpassed my expectations. I highly recommend this course for anyone looking to take that next progression from DJ'n to producing. I now have the full confidence to open up Ableton and make a full blown production from scratch. I have Garnish and their awesome teachers to thank for that!

Corey Aguilar

This course helped me become a lot more confident in my ability within Ableton. I learnt a lot of tips and tricks, that even friends who are successful in the industry didn't know about. Every lesson was packed with useful knowledge and I never felt stupid asking ANY questions. I came to this course with very little knowledge of Ableton and had no recording/production knowledge. I am very happy with the level I am at for taking such a short course. 5 stars!

Vanessa Jadesa

Great introduction to Ableton and music production. The course gave me the confidence, knowledge, and inspiration that I needed to get cracking in my home studio. It made me realize how creative I can be, and how much potential I have. I am very grateful for this experience, and the teachers were very cool and patient. I plan to take follow-up courses in the future as I felt very comfortable at Garnish.

DJ Rhiannon

The instructor had a way of explaining things that helped drive things home and really stick for me. He almost felt like a peer rather than a teacher and to be able to ask "dumb" questions and receive a genuine response was great. I can tell there's a real passion for teaching these programs here, and it's not just to get our money.

Max Goldcamp
Our Instructors
James Ting

James Ting

Ableton
,
Logic
,
Mixing/Mixdown
,
Sound Design

36 Hours

Manhattan: $1499 + $100 Registration if booked 14 days before start or $1799 + $200 Registration

Brooklyn: $1799 + $100 Registration if booked 14 days before start or $2099 + $200 Registration

 

Or get in touch with one of our placement experts. They will follow up with information and find a time for an assessment call to get you in to the most suitable program we have for you. For one-to-one lessons, see Ableton Live Private Instruction, and connect with a specialist on that page.

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