Beat Making Essentials: From Production to Launch
A course by Felipe Vassão , Music Producer
Learn to produce the instrumentals for a song using digital tools, from the beat and samples to mixing and mastering
Learn to produce the instrumentals for a song using digital tools, from the beat and samples to mixing and mastering
As the famous phrase goes, "without music, life would be a mistake." If you want to produce your own instrumental beats on your computer, renowned music producer Felipe Vassão, who's collaborated with big names in Brazilian music like Rashid, Renan Samam, and Nina Fernandes and won a Latin Grammy for his work on Emicida's AmarElo, is the perfect person to accompany you on this journey.
In this online course, Felipe teaches you the entire process behind creating a beat. Learn how to choose a sample, work with loops, and add textures and melodic elements, as well as get to know the main DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations). Express your passion for music and get your ideas out there!
What will you learn in this online course?
15 lessons & 27 downloads
- 97% positive reviews (119)
- 5,842 students
- 15 lessons (1h 59m)
- 27 additional resources (4 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Portuguese
- Portuguese · Spanish · English · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
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Ableton LiveWhat is this course's project?
Create an original track using DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations).
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Music lovers and anyone interested in getting to know the world of beat creation better.
Requirements and materials
To take this course, it's recommended you have a basic understanding of how DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations) work.
For materials, you need a computer with a digital audio workstation program such as Ableton Live, Fruit Loops, or Pro Tools.
Reviews
A course by Felipe Vassão
Felipe Vassão is a Brazilian musician and music producer. He has been working in the advertising industry for over 30 years and has collaborated with top artists in a range of genres including Rashid, Renan Samam, Rock Rocket, and Nina Fernandes. He was awarded a Latin Grammy for his work on the album AmarElo by rapper Emicida, and has more than 350,000 followers on his social networks, where he shares tips and tricks on his area of expertise.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Beatmaking Theory and Bases
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Beatmaking History
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"Loop" music
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Basics of sampling and music production
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Introduction to DAWs
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U3
Creating Your Beat
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Samples and harmony
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The battery
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The bass
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Textures and melodic ideas
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Creating dynamics
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Finding your style
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U4
Mixing and Promotion
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Mixing and Mastering Basics
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How to promote and monetize your beat
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Registration and the basics of legislation
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FP
Final project
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Beat Making Essentials: From Production to Launch
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn at your own pace
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Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
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FAQs
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All courses are 100% online, so once they're published, courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.
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javawarrior2003
PlusUn ottimo corso per chi è agli inizi, dettagliato e coinvolgente!
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ar_ln_music
PlusMuy bueno para iniciarme en el beatmaking con buenas bases.
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artemisahunter15
Muy buen curso, me está encantando. No solo aprendes a crear beats, también te enseña un montón respecto a la cultura y los origenes y al final... la totalidad del curso es una maestría!! GRACIAS!
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reginaldo
PlusO curso é bem estruturado e cobre todos os fundamentos importantes de beatmaking, desde a produção até o lançamento. Felipe Vassão tem um bom domínio da área e explica de forma clara e acessível, ideal para quem quer entender as bases de produção musical. A qualidade de áudio e vídeo é excelente, e os recursos adicionais ajudam a fixar o conteúdo, embora a seção da comunidade pudesse ser mais interativa.
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juanpaguionbajo
muy buen curso para encontrar los fundamentos del beat making buen docente claro y preciso. Justo lo que se necesita para iniciar.
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