In this workshop, you will:

- Learn to use the program Ableton Live to create music/sound.
- Be taught the differences between Audio and MIDI.
- Learn to combine multiple sounds.
- Learn to create a rhythm.
- Have the opportunity to explain your process and your work to an audience through a studio visit.

In electronic music, there are no fixed rules on how the music should sound; you are free to choose the sounds and tools you wish to use. It’s open to experimentation and play, and the learning process is just as important as the final product.

In this workshop, you will learn to use a computer with Ableton Live to create sounds and compose a piece. You can use the program's built-in sounds and instruments in MIDI, or record sounds with a microphone and use your voice, your body, or other objects to create sound. You will learn some basic methods to assemble these sounds into a complete work.

Difficulty Level

No previous experience in music production or composition is necessary. We can adapt the workshop and the level to suit different participants. There are no rules; you can create exactly what you feel for or what you think you can achieve. Some understanding of computer/laptop usage might be helpful.

Workshop Leaders

Charlotte Bendiksen, known as artist Charlotte Bendiks, has had a career as a music producer, DJ, sound artist, and composer. She has toured extensively around the world with her music and has become a recognized name in the international electronic music scene.

Dr. Per Martinsen has many aliases; Mental Overdrive, Naeon Teardrops, Waveform ++ among others. He has been a pioneer in the Norwegian electronic music scene and has been internationally recognized for over three decades. Both have experience in "thinking outside the box" and finding their own methods, which is crucial in electronic music and will be the focus of this workshop.