Build the foundation
- Introduction to Digital Audio & Pro Tools
- Hardware, Playback Engine & I/O
- Navigation & Session Management
- Audio Recording Fundamentals
Academy / Intro to Pro Tools
Fragrant Wood Academy · Signal to Session
Intro to Pro Tools
Record, edit and mix a short original production and archive a portable session.
Live online with Gregory Pereira3 days · 9 teaching hoursUSD 350 per courseBeginner; no production experience required
Who it is for
Build skills you can use
This programme is designed for learners at this level: beginner; no production experience required. Work through demonstrations and practical exercises with Gregory, then apply the ideas to a guided project.
What you work towards
Record, edit and mix a short original production and archive a portable session.
The nine live hours introduce and practise the core workflow. Allow time outside class to develop and refine your project; progress depends on your starting point and practice.
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Registering interest is free and does not reserve a place. We confirm course terms before accepting enrolments. Read our course cancellation and refund policy.
Three-day learning outline
From understanding to application
Develop the technique
- Editing Tools & Techniques
- Comping & Audio Cleanup
- MIDI & Virtual Instruments
- Plugins, Inserts & Sends
Apply and review
- Introduction to Mixing
- Session Workflow & Efficiency
- Final Project Production
- Final Project Presentation
Prepare for your sessions
What you’ll need
- Pro Tools installed and tested before your first session.
- A reliable internet connection and headphones or speakers.
- A computer capable of running your chosen software and a live online call.
- For recording exercises, a microphone or recording device; your audio interface and connection requirements will be confirmed before enrolment.
- Software licences and equipment are arranged separately. Confirm the software edition, version and any additional tools with Gregory before purchasing anything for the course.
Your instructor
Gregory Pereira
Singapore-based producer, drummer and educator. Learn practical session workflows through live instruction, exercises and project discussion.
Independent Fragrant Wood Studios teaching. This programme does not award official Avid, Apple, Ableton or other vendor certification.
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