LEARNING
Claire offers private instruction, online classes, and group workshops for learning a variety of music and technology topics. She is a Bitwig Certified Trainer, Ableton Certified Trainer, and Apple Certified Professional with Logic Pro X.
Claire is a professor in K-12 and higher education at Berklee College of Music and the City University of New York, and has worked with Ableton Certified Training Centers Berklee Online, 343 Labs and Beat Drop.
To inquire about lessons and courses, please use the form on the CONTACT page.
For more information about booking policies for open lessons/consultations, please visit the BOOKING POLICIES page.
POPULAR TOPICS
Claire provides instruction in numerous areas, the most popular of which are below.
Private lessons for students of all ages are highly customizable and can be flexibly scheduled.
ABLETON LIVE
Learn to use Live, the fluid music creation software made by Ableton.
SONGWRITING
Learn arranging, writing, and toplining across music genres.
CONTROLLERISM
Learn electronic performance and controllerism techniques.
KEYBOARD
Learn electronic keys, acoustic piano, or synthesizer skills.
BERKLEE CORE
Learn Berklee's music tech, harmony, and ear training curricula.
TOPICAL OFFERINGS
Please contact Claire for more information about individual lessons, workshops, and presentations, including rates and curriculum outlines.
BUILDING
YOUR FIRST
LIVE SHOW
Students learn how to create an effective live set using techniques for programming and live performance.
Working knowledge of any DAW is required. Working knowledge of Ableton Live is beneficial but not required.
INTRO TO LIVE
ELECTRONIC PERFORMANCE
Students are introduced to using software and controllers for performing live electronic music sets.
Working knowledge of Ableton Live or Bitwig is required. Prior experience in performing is beneficial but not required.
INTEGRATED
LIVE DJ TECHNIQUES
Students learn to meld electronic performance techniques with DJ-ing for more effective and engaging sets.
Working knowledge of Ableton Live or Bitwig is required. Prior experience in DJ-ing is beneficial but not required.
ELECTRONIC SONGWRITING
101
Students experience the role of music technology in the contemporary songwriting and beatmaking workflow.
Prior experience in songwriting is beneficial but not required. Working knowledge of Ableton Live or Bitwig is required.
INTRO TO
SYNTHESIS AND SOUND DESIGN
Students learn sound design principles through exploring
synthesis techniques with software.
Working knowledge of any DAW is required. Familiarity with electronic music genres is beneficial but not required.
ONLINE CRASH COURSES
Courses are currently at full capacity. Interested students can contact Claire to be notified of future course openings and other lesson opportunities.
INTRO TO
ABLETON LIVE
Students take a first look at Live in
a 4-part video course.
No prior knowledge is required.
This course culminates in a one-on-one online session with the instructor.
INTRO TO
BITWIG STUDIO
Students take a first look at Bitwig in a 4-part video course.
No prior knowledge is required.
This course culminates in a one-on-one online session with the instructor.
INTRO TO
LOGIC PRO X
Students take a first look at Logic in
a 4-part video course.
No prior knowledge is required.
This course culminates in a one-on-one online session with the instructor.
INTRO TO DANCE MUSIC CULTURE
Students survey the history of electronic music, and dance and DJ culture in a 3-part video course. No prior knowledge is required.
Working knowledge of any DAW is beneficial.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Miguel,
Elementary School Talk Attendee
Thank you for coming by our class to share about music technology. I learnt a lot. You inspired me to make more music like my favorite producers.
Rachel,
Playback and Rig Design Client
Our work together has taken me to the next level and paves the way for me to a whole new part of my career. I can't thank you enough for the time we've spent together.
Sara,
After School Program Student
I learnt so much from you about using Launchpad and iPad apps to make music and perform. Thanks for showing me and my friends that we can be producers.
Emily,
Online Private Lesson Tutee
I'm stoked about applying the new Ableton songwriting
approaches you taught me. Now I've got the courage and tools to produce my next song myself.
MUSIC MAKERS LAB
Free online after-school programming
dolltr!ck's Music Makers Lab had its pilot run in March and April 2020, featuring free online after-school programming for K-12 students and beginners in music technology. Claire, the person behind dolltr!ck, has worked with numerous organizations in providing learning opportunities for young creatives and arts enthusiasts.
For more details and information for parents and adults,
please see the main Music Makers Lab page.
To inquire about other programming for kids and beginners, please contact Claire.