ABLETON Training
Simon Lyon - Ableton Certified Trainer and TiME Consultant
Simon Lyon is an Ableton Certified Trainer with over 20 years of experience and is a qualified PGCE Music teacher and a Music Technology Education consultant, assisting schools, colleges, and universities with implementing music technology. As a professional producer, Simon has worked with artists including Jon Hopkins, Rudimental, Chemical Brothers, and Dua Lipa. He has created music for major media campaigns with clients ranging from Converse to Asda/Children in Need. In addition to his production work,
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the session, educators will:
Understand the fundamentals of Ableton Live and its potential in music education.
Gain hands-on experience with composition, production, and live performance tools.
Develop strategies to integrate Ableton into their teaching practice.
Explore ways to inspire students and make music technology accessible to all learners
Ableton Live Training: Inspire, Empower, Create
Why Learn Ableton?
Ableton Live is an industry-leading music production and performance tool used by professional musicians, producers, and educators worldwide. Integrating Ableton into music education enables students to compose, perform, and experiment with sound in ways that align with contemporary music-making. With its intuitive interface and hands-on approach, Ableton helps bridge the gap between traditional and modern music, fostering creativity, engagement, and technical skills.
Who is this for?
This session is designed for music teachers, hub leads, peripatetic tutors and community educators looking to enhance their curriculum with music technology. It is ideal for those wanting to introduce or expand the use of Ableton Live in composition, performance, and production, regardless of their prior experience. Whether you are new to music technology or looking to refine your approach, this session provides practical strategies to engage students of all abilities.
Cost: Pricing is based on session length and number of participants. Contact us to discuss tailored packages for individual schools, multi-academy trusts, and regional CPD events.
Book a Session: Bring Ableton to your school and transform the way students engage with music technology. Contact us today to discuss your requirements and arrange a session with Simon Lyon.
Let’s empower the next generation of music creators!
Session Content
Led by Ableton Certified Trainer and experienced educator Simon Lyon, these interactive sessions provide a comprehensive introduction to Ableton Live and its applications in the classroom. Content can be tailored to different levels of experience and educational settings.
Topics include:
Getting Started with Ableton Live – Navigating the software, key functions, and setting up for music-making.
Composition and Arrangement – Using MIDI, samples, and loops to create original music.
Live Performance and Improvisation – Exploring Ableton’s Session View for real-time music-making and performance.
Music Production Techniques – Recording, editing, and mixing within Ableton Live.
Integration with Existing Curriculum – Connecting technology with composition, performance, and production elements in music education.
Accessible Music-Making – How Ableton can support diverse learning needs and inclusive music education.