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IDM COURSE

FALL SEMESTER COURSES START OCTOBER 14, 2024

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Learn the techniques of experimental dance music production pioneered by artists such as Aphex Twin, Autechre, Boards of Canada, and more. This includes various forms of both analog and advanced synthesis, sampling, effects processing, sequencing, and arranging. Create complex rhythmic patterns and microtonal melodic sequences that go far beyond the owner’s manual for any audio workstation, and take creativity with sound to an extreme level.

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FULL GENRE COURSE CALENDAR - COURSES MEET WEEKLY

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Fall Semester

Online

Wednesdays


Thursdays

House & Techno


Art of the Remix

October 16, 2024 - January 15, 2025


October 17, 2024 - January 23, 2025

11am-2pm Central
9am-12pm PT | 5-8pm UK


Fridays


Live Performance


October 17, 2024 - January 23, 2025


7-10pm CT | 5-8pm Pacific

Winter Semester

Online

Thursdays

IDM Course

January 30, 2025 - April 17, 2025

7-10pm Central
5-8pm Pacific | 1-4am UK

Spring Semester

Online

Thursdays

House & Techno

April 24, 2025 - July 10, 2025

7-10pm Central
5-8pm Pacific | 1-4am UK

Summer Semester

Online

Thursdays

Art of the Remix

July 24, 2025 - October 9, 2025

7-10pm Central
5-8pm Pacific | 1-4am UK

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR:

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JAMES PATRICK

James Patrick is a Minneapolis-based DJ and music producer, entrepreneur, and educator. James has over 20 years of professional experience performing at and directing electronic music events, including curation of the International Spark Festival. A pilot member of the Ableton Trainer Certification program, James participated in the first wave of trainer certifications and has been a critical force among the user base in the US.

PROGRAM INCLUDES:

  • Instant access to course materials online
  • Exclusive Ableton Certified Training
  • 3 hours weekly class time online or in-person
  • 12 weeks of in-depth curriculum
  • 1-on-1 help guidance from instructors
  • Extra lab time available online
  • Personalized feedback on your tracks
  • Invitation to our private online community
  • Check out all the additional member benefits!
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What Our Students Have To Say

Joshua Tolund (Motiz)

Motiz was already an experienced producer but wanted to get deeper into effects and sound design.

Mike Rieckenberg (Specks)

After one year, Specks is putting out finished, professional albums. “Slam is like hanging out with your best friend.”

Julie Thoreen

Julie talks about her creative process that she found in the Sound Design Program, and learning to find her sound.

Ben Gardner (Bolo)

Listen to Bolo talk about the resources he had access to as a student at Slam. Ben got from the classroom to the stage in no time.

Maggie Schultesis (Magnetik)

Getting that immediate feedback from instructors and classmates was a highlight for Magnetik during her time in class!

Rex

Rex was looking for a way to build connections while he learned, and a place he could make his own.

Ali Coyle (DJ Ali D)

DJ Ali D had always wanted to learn to DJ, ever since she was a kid. She found Slam and was able to turn that into a reality.

Mike Johnson (Michaelton)

Michaelton came to us after completing a traditional college music education. Hear what he has to say about the differences.

Jacob Butler

Check out student Jacob Butler talking about his experience in the Ableton Program, and his “Break-through A-Ha” moment.

Patrick Caye (Verum)

Check out Verum talking about his musical journey, finding confidence in his skills and a home at Slam Academy.

Renne Knott (Xeela)

After taking our program and learning some workflows and filling in those gaps, Xeela is finishing tunes and growing at a quicker pace!

Jason Soderlund

Jason is a guitar player who came to Sound Design to explore ways to extend his guitar techniques.

Alex (Moonshine)

Moonshine found a sense of community waiting for him on campus when he stepped through the door.

Michael Evalds

Walking in, Michael couldn’t even find the kick and the downbeat. Now he is making amazing tracks in Ableton Live.

Katie (K80)

K80 talks about her experience not even knowing how to open the program all the way to making her first tracks.

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PRODUCE

Navigate modern music-making tools with confidence to create your own sound and express your musical ideas.

PERFORM

Share your music with the world. In stage or streaming online, our programs include techniques for live performance.

INDUSTRY

Learn music industry standards, get expert feedback on your tacks, and build connections.

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