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Session Player Kitchen

Session Player Kitchen

Programming lifelike performances that don't suck

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What does it take to be a professional musician? First, learn to program like one

In this course you will learn to make your programmed instruments sound like they were played by human hands. To this end, your instructor will show what is expected of a session player, and what tools and techniques you will need to record a perfect take every time. Learn how to communicate with engineers and artists to save yourself unnecessary time and frustration.

In this course you will learn to make your programmed instruments sound like they were played by human hands. To this end, your instructor will show what is expected of a session player, and what tools and techniques you will need to record a perfect take every time. Learn how to communicate with engineers and artists to save yourself unnecessary time and frustration.

Only then can you approach programming these instruments in a realistic manner.

Key Topics

  • Communication/Vocabulary
  • Drums
  • Drum Programming
  • Fills
  • Understanding Stringed Instruments
  • Programming Guitars and Bass
  • Expression
  • Rhythm Section
  • Mixing Considerations​

What Students Say

Very kind and helpful!

—Izzy


great instructor!

—Sunita


The class dynamic of instruction is extraordinary for beginners and experienced people within music. The classes are small and the interaction between students and the instructor is great. You get to ask as many questions as you like and

—Mercedes


Nathan it’s a really great teacher and really cares about people understanding everything he explains :)

—Shantal


Great class. Nathan is a great instructor. I would definitely recommend Beat kitchen to friends.

—James


Course Level: Kitchens

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