Production 101 - Navigating and Creating with your DAW - 12/04/25
Production 101 at WaterBear The College of Music
Date - 12/04/25
Time - 10:30 - 17:00
Instructor: George Donoghue (Sonic Education , Waterbear The College of Music)
About the Class
Production 101 is an introduction to music production, designed to help you unlock your creativity using your Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). You’ll explore the core principles of production, bridging the gap between technology and artistic expression. This class will also cover both digital and analogue workspaces, giving you a well-rounded foundation in modern music production.
While my personal workflow revolves around Pro Tools, this session is equally suited for users of Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, and Pro Tools.
What You’ll Learn
🎵 Using Your DAW as a Creative Tool – Overcome the emotional barrier of technology and focus on creativity.
🎤 Microphone Theory & Techniques – Understand microphone science and learn various techniques to capture the perfect sound.
🎹 Utilising MIDI – Enhance your productions with effective MIDI programming and manipulation.
🎚 Compression & EQ – Master essential techniques to achieve a polished, professional mix.
🎛 Navigating Analogue Consoles & Outboard Equipment – Get hands-on experience with gear used in high-end studios.
🌊 Utilising Reverb & Stereo Imaging – Add depth and space to your recordings with advanced mixing techniques.
What You’ll Receive
📄 DAW Cheat Sheet
📄 EQ Guide
📄 Compression Guide
📄 Reverb Guide
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is perfect for beginners and intermediate producers, musicians, and songwriters looking to develop their production skills and gain confidence in their creative workflow.
Amplify Your Future with our workshops
Production 101 at WaterBear The College of Music
Date - 12/04/25
Time - 10:30 - 17:00
Instructor: George Donoghue (Sonic Education , Waterbear The College of Music)
About the Class
Production 101 is an introduction to music production, designed to help you unlock your creativity using your Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). You’ll explore the core principles of production, bridging the gap between technology and artistic expression. This class will also cover both digital and analogue workspaces, giving you a well-rounded foundation in modern music production.
While my personal workflow revolves around Pro Tools, this session is equally suited for users of Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, and Pro Tools.
What You’ll Learn
🎵 Using Your DAW as a Creative Tool – Overcome the emotional barrier of technology and focus on creativity.
🎤 Microphone Theory & Techniques – Understand microphone science and learn various techniques to capture the perfect sound.
🎹 Utilising MIDI – Enhance your productions with effective MIDI programming and manipulation.
🎚 Compression & EQ – Master essential techniques to achieve a polished, professional mix.
🎛 Navigating Analogue Consoles & Outboard Equipment – Get hands-on experience with gear used in high-end studios.
🌊 Utilising Reverb & Stereo Imaging – Add depth and space to your recordings with advanced mixing techniques.
What You’ll Receive
📄 DAW Cheat Sheet
📄 EQ Guide
📄 Compression Guide
📄 Reverb Guide
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is perfect for beginners and intermediate producers, musicians, and songwriters looking to develop their production skills and gain confidence in their creative workflow.
Amplify Your Future with our workshops
Production 101 at WaterBear The College of Music
Date - 12/04/25
Time - 10:30 - 17:00
Instructor: George Donoghue (Sonic Education , Waterbear The College of Music)
About the Class
Production 101 is an introduction to music production, designed to help you unlock your creativity using your Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). You’ll explore the core principles of production, bridging the gap between technology and artistic expression. This class will also cover both digital and analogue workspaces, giving you a well-rounded foundation in modern music production.
While my personal workflow revolves around Pro Tools, this session is equally suited for users of Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, and Pro Tools.
What You’ll Learn
🎵 Using Your DAW as a Creative Tool – Overcome the emotional barrier of technology and focus on creativity.
🎤 Microphone Theory & Techniques – Understand microphone science and learn various techniques to capture the perfect sound.
🎹 Utilising MIDI – Enhance your productions with effective MIDI programming and manipulation.
🎚 Compression & EQ – Master essential techniques to achieve a polished, professional mix.
🎛 Navigating Analogue Consoles & Outboard Equipment – Get hands-on experience with gear used in high-end studios.
🌊 Utilising Reverb & Stereo Imaging – Add depth and space to your recordings with advanced mixing techniques.
What You’ll Receive
📄 DAW Cheat Sheet
📄 EQ Guide
📄 Compression Guide
📄 Reverb Guide
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is perfect for beginners and intermediate producers, musicians, and songwriters looking to develop their production skills and gain confidence in their creative workflow.
Amplify Your Future with our workshops
★★★★★
“I have watched loads of content around recording techniques, but George's ability to explain such abstract concepts is extraordinary! The hands-on experience was extremely important and invaluable to our understanding.”
Wilson Z