What to expect
Music is our universal language, and electronic music is your gateway to instant creativity! In this hands-on workshop designed for young adults, you'll discover how to express yourself through beats, melodies, and soundscapes. No experience needed, bring your curiosity! You'll build your own short track using loops and audio effects, explore innovative production techniques that deliver quick results the fundamentals of DJing in a supportive, sensory-friendly environment. Perfect for beginners who want to explore electronic music production at their own pace. While mastery takes years, you'll walk away with your first short track and the skills to keep creating!
1
Discovering Music & DJing
Introductions with favorite artist or band, exploring different music genres, and learning beat counting.
2
Cueing & Rhythm
Using the cue button and practicing starting songs on beat.
3
Jogwheel & Track Selection
Understanding the jogwheel and choosing two songs to blend together.
4
Mixing Basics
Blending tracks using high, mid, and low EQ and practicing mixing chosen songs.
5
Introduction to Music Production
Exploring what music production is, overview of Ableton Live, and importing a sample pack.
6
Building with the Timeline
Learning Ableton’s timeline and arranging samples.
7
Creating a Short Track
Continuing work on the arrangement and building a one-minute song.
8
Adding Effects
Applying effects such as delay and reverb to enhance the track.
9
Showcase & Reflection
Sharing finished tracks with the class and discussing future artistic goals.
Disclaimer
The Organiser reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to amend, substitute, or modify the subject matter, content, or structure of any workshop session. While every effort will be made to maintain the advertised programme, circumstances may require changes to ensure the quality and relevance of the workshop.
In the event of a significant change to the overall schedule or a full cancellation of the workshop, participants will be notified as soon as reasonably possible.
About
My name is Geordie Attard
Geordie Attard is an electronic music artist and educator who graduated from Catalyst Berlin. As the founder and lead Ableton tutor at the Malta School of Sound.
His teaching philosophy: every skill learned today will serve a future purpose, and growth happens outside comfort zones. This approach drives his curriculum, where students experiment with unfamiliar genres and unconventional methods. By pushing creative boundaries, Attard develops versatile producers ready for the evolving electronic music landscape. His international education and hands-on expertise create an environment where risk-taking leads to artistic breakthroughs.
