Max and MaxForLive, Part 1: Producing and Composing With Max
What you'll learn
- How to use Max and MaxForLive (M4L) Devices to make great tracks
- Creating your own tools and devices using MaxForLive and Max/MSP/Jitter.
- How to find max patches and how to find MaxForLive Patches
- Editing and working with max and maxforlive patches.
Requirements
- Nothing! I'll walk you through the best way to get the Max program - so you do not need to have it already.
Description
It's time to unleash the full power of Max and create your own "secret weapon" tools for music production!
In this comprehensive class series, you'll discover my personal best tools and learn how to harness them to elevate your music production. Plus, I'll reveal an unlimited source of amazing (and free!) Max projects that you can customize to your heart's content.
Why Learn from Me?
With over a decade of experience teaching Max to thousands of aspiring creators, I know exactly what it takes to help you master this versatile platform. By the end of this series, you'll be amazed at your newfound abilities.
What You'll Get:
This class is packed with valuable content, incorporating my entire university Max curriculum. Get ready for an immersive learning experience!
This class has a ton of material. I've put my whole university Max curriculum into this class, so buckle up!
Designed for those with little or no existing experience working with Max, this sequence of classes is going to be divided into three parts. Part 1 is going to focus on using max to make music, finding great max patches, engaging with the max maker community, and understanding the max workflow. Part 2 will focus on the basics of Max programming, and Part 3 will get more advanced and dive in deeper with MaxForLive.
This is Part 1: Producing and Composing with Max. This class contains:
Max Basics: Explore the history of Max, its powerful capabilities, and how it can revolutionize your music-making process.
The Interface: Dive into working with Max objects, views, and environments, including MaxForLive and standalone Max.
MaxForLive: Learn how to seamlessly integrate Max within Ableton Live, gaining full control over your music production.
Finding & Sharing Max Patches: Join the thriving Max user community and discover an array of incredible patches to inspire your creativity.
Famous Max Patches: Delve into legendary patches loved by the community, like the Radiohead and Autechre patches, among others.
My Favorite Patches: Uncover six of my handpicked patches for mixing, glitchy effects, ambient music, synthesis, pure chaos, and more.
Understanding Max: Get a glimpse into the inner workings of Max patches and learn to explore and dissect them effectively.
Why Choose this Course?
Designed for Beginners: No prior experience with Max necessary. This course is perfect for newcomers to Max looking to dive in headfirst.
Step-by-Step Learning: Divided into three parts, this course gradually builds your expertise from the basics to more advanced techniques.
Direct Instructor Support: As a committed instructor, I personally answer 100% of the questions posted in the course to ensure your success.
Mastering Max opens up a world of possibilities for your music production journey. Join the vibrant Max community and take your skills to new heights.
Jason Allen, renowned instructor and mentor to over 1 million students, is committed to your success. As an active participant in the course, he personally answers 100% of the questions posted, ensuring you receive the guidance and support you need.
Click the enroll button now and embark on this exciting musical adventure with us!
Who this course is for:
- Anyone who is looking to get super top secret production powers.
- People who have wonder what Max is and how to use it.
- Anyone who has asked themself, "What can Max do?"
Instructor
- 4.6 Instructor Rating
- 72,407 Reviews
- 313,533 Students
- 143 Courses
Dr. J. Anthony Allen is a distinguished composer, producer, educator, and innovator whose multifaceted career spans various musical disciplines. Born in Michigan and based in Minneapolis, Dr. Allen has composed orchestral works, produced acclaimed dance music, and through his entrepreneurship projects, he has educated over a million students worldwide in music theory and electronic music production.
Dr. Allen's musical influence is global, with compositions performed across Europe, North America, and Asia. His versatility is evident in works ranging from Minnesota Orchestra performances to Netflix soundtracks. Beyond creation, Dr. Allen is committed to revolutionizing music education for the 21st century. In 2011, he founded Slam Academy, an electronic music school aimed at increasing accessibility to music production education. His innovative approach to academia was highlighted in 2024 when he received tenure and resigned from his university position on the same day.
As a composer, Dr. Allen is known for his unique synthesis of diverse musical influences, often blending acoustic music with electronic dance music elements. With a Ph.D. in Music Composition, multiple master's degrees, and numerous awards, Dr. Allen's academic and professional achievements are substantial.
The Minneapolis Star Tribune recognized him as a "Mover and Shaker," reflecting his constant pursuit of new challenges in music, education, and exploration.
Dr. J. Anthony Allen exemplifies the modern musical polymath, consistently pushing boundaries in composition, education, and interdisciplinary innovation.
If you run into him on the street, he prefers to be addressed as J. (as in, Jay.)