Want to start producing your own music but don’t know where to begin?

This two-evening course gives you hands-on experience with Ableton Live, the software used by DJs, producers, and studio engineers worldwide.

Over two evenings, you’ll explore the fundamentals, ask questions, and see how music is created in a professional studio. No experience is needed — just bring your curiosity and creativity.

By the end of the course, you’ll have the confidence to experiment, produce, and start your own projects using Ableton.

What you’ll get

• Guided introduction to Ableton Live basics
• Hands-on experience in a professional studio
• Insights into how and where Ableton is used in music production
• Opportunity to ask questions and troubleshoot your own projects
• Confidence to start creating your own tracks

Who is teaching the project?

Jordan Ashley-Bell – Former recording studio owner in Dubai, producing music predominantly in Ableton Live.

Experience level

No experience needed — just bring your curiosity and energy.

How to join

First-come, first-served with limited spaces. Book online via the Roundhouse website for both sessions

• Dates: Wednesdays 20 May & 3 June
• Time: 4.30-6pm
• Ages 15-17
• Location: Roundhouse Studios
• Price: £10 for both sessions

I’M NOT SURE I CAN AFFORD TO TAKE PART…

If you need help to pay for things like project fees, transport or childcare, we can help. Find out how you can get support. If you are using a bursary to pay for the project, please ensure you arrange this with the Advice Base with plenty of time before the start of the project.

I HAVE ADDITIONAL NEEDS. WHAT SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE?

We are committed to supporting D/deaf, disabled and neurodiverse young people, those with medical conditions, access requirements or any lived experience that may require adaptation, support or sensitivity. If there is anything you would like to let us (our youth workers, tutors or staff) know that will support your enjoyment and access, you can do so by emailing us at advicebase@roundhouse.org.uk, and we will contact you to discuss further how to best support your engagement.