Music Production
with DJ & Music Producer SHMIKESSS
3 WORKSHOP SERIES
31st March, 2nd & 4th April
6pm CET. Online. €35.
Music Production
with DJ & Music Producer SHMIKESSS
3 WORKSHOP SERIES
31st March, 2nd & 4th April
6pm CET. Online. €35.
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP
A hands-on 3 part Ableton production workshop designed to help you break creative blocks, refine your workflow, and finish more music. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to push your sound further, this interactive workshop will guide you through the entire track-making process—from idea to final mix.
A workshop for all levels – from beginners to experienced producers
End Goal – Walk away with a nearly finished track and a deeper understanding of Ableton as well as your artistic identity.
Exclusive Resources – Free Ableton trial, sample packs, FX racks, and tutorials for all attendees
Interactive Learning – Live demos, Q&A, and link to our discord community for sharing music.
THE WORKSHOP
A hands-on 3 part Ableton production workshop designed to help you break creative blocks, refine your workflow, and finish more music. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to push your sound further, this interactive workshop will guide you through the entire track-making process—from idea to final mix.
A workshop for all levels – from beginners to experienced producers
End Goal – Walk away with a nearly finished track and a deeper understanding of Ableton as well as your artistic identity.
Exclusive Resources – Free Ableton trial, sample packs, FX racks, and tutorials for all attendees
Interactive Learning – Live demos, Q&A, and link to our discord community for sharing music.
THE DETAILS:
This workshop is a series of 3 consecutive sessions over 3 different days. Attendees are invited to join all 3 sessions to gain best results from the workshop.
Session 1 March 31st
The Creative Spark
Generate ideas fast and make music with intuition
Build grooves using simple yet effective techniques
Sound design and quick composition tricks
Session 2 April 2nd
Finishing Tracks & Developing Your Sound
Arranging loops into a full track
Transitions, automation, and mixing for impact
Session 3 April 4th
Polishing & Feedback
Fine-tune your mix and creative FX
Submitting demos, self-releasing, and sharing your music
* Workshop attendee will need Ableton Live software or free trial.
*Access to sample packs and Plugins will be made avalible prior to the workshop.
The Details:
-
- Date: 31st March, 2nd & 4th April 2025
- Time: 6pm CET
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Location: Online (a link will we sent closer to the date).
- Price: EUR 35
THE DETAILS:
This workshop is a series of 3 consecutive sessions over 3 different days. Attendees are invited to join all 3 sessions to gain best results from the workshop.
Session 1 March 31st
The Creative Spark
Generate ideas fast and make music with intuition
Build grooves using simple yet effective techniques
Sound design and quick composition tricks
Session 2 April 2nd
Finishing Tracks & Developing Your Sound
Arranging loops into a full track
Transitions, automation, and mixing for impact
Session 3 April 4th
Polishing & Feedback
Fine-tune your mix and creative FX
Submitting demos, self-releasing, and sharing your music
* Workshop attendee will need Ableton Live software or free trial.
*Access to sample packs and Plugins will be made avalible prior to the workshop.
The Details:
- Date: 31st March, 2nd & 4th April 2025
- Time: 6pm CET
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Location: Online (a link will we sent closer to the date).
- Price: EUR 35
MEET SHMIKESSS
SHMIKESSS is a Cape Town based cinematographer, DJ, live performer and producer that has always been drawn to the immersive narrative of the audio visual experience. It shows in his music taste – guiding listeners through a profound journey of soundscapes. Inspired by a deeper psychological narrative of collective consciousness, he aims to create sounds (and imagery) that celebrate the magnificence of life in all its forms. SHMIKESSS’ sound is a dynamic fusion of groovy, racey, bouncy beats and rolling bass lines, shifting effortlessly between ethereal moments and bursts of pure, high-energy euphoria. As well as his individual act, he also performs as one half of @thelostboysza duo.
With only 2 years into production, SHMIKESSS has seen releases on legendary Berlin label – Katermukke and its sister label MUKKE, up and coming South African label Back To Funk as well as a handful of self releases. His distinct sound and contagious energy has quickly launched him as a DJ, artist and events co-ordinator around many festivals in South Africa, as well as abroad in Hawaii and Germany.
MEET SHMIKESSS
SHMIKESSS is a Cape Town based cinematographer, DJ, live performer and producer that has always been drawn to the immersive narrative of the audio visual experience. It shows in his music taste – guiding listeners through a profound journey of soundscapes. Inspired by a deeper psychological narrative of collective consciousness, he aims to create sounds (and imagery) that celebrate the magnificence of life in all its forms. SHMIKESSS’ sound is a dynamic fusion of groovy, racey, bouncy beats and rolling bass lines, shifting effortlessly between ethereal moments and bursts of pure, high-energy euphoria. As well as his individual act, he also performs as one half of @thelostboysza duo.
With only 2 years into production, SHMIKESSS has seen releases on legendary Berlin label – Katermukke and its sister label MUKKE, up and coming South African label Back To Funk as well as a handful of self releases. His distinct sound and contagious energy has quickly launched him as a DJ, artist and events co-ordinator around many festivals in South Africa, as well as abroad in Hawaii and Germany.
