Ableton: 2 Instruments Split Across Keyboard

In this Ableton Live lesson, I will demo how to split 2 or more instruments across your midi controller.  That way you can play one instrument with each hand or switch between sounds quickly.  I use this technique sometimes when playing live with my band to control bass with one hand and pads/synth with the […]


Ableton Live: Morphing Arpeggio Tutorial

Velocity Crossfaded Arpeggio in Ableton Live

Here’s my latest Ableton Live tutorial where I explain some interesting ways to create morphing arpeggio effects using instrument racks, effect racks, velocity sensitivity, and a little creativity. As an example I made an arp that fades from


How to Get on American Idol
By Fred Olson

Step 1: Be committed Be committed. The process you’ll need to go through is not easy, and it certainly isn’t for the squeamish. Step 2: Go online americanidol.com Step 3: Download the release Download the release form from the web site. You’ll need to bring it with you to the registration. You’ll also need two […]