Beat Making in Logic Pro: A Hands-On 2-Hour Production Lab

Unlock your creative potential in this immersive 2-hour Logic Pro workshop focused on beat making and track creation. Designed for beginner to intermediate producers, this class will walk you through the core tools and techniques used to craft dynamic beats using Logic Pro's powerful features.

Participants will dive into MIDI programming using the Step Sequencer and Piano Roll, explore the creative use of one-shots and loops, and experiment with live drum recording and arrangement techniques. Whether you’re producing hip hop, electronic, pop, or experimental sounds, this workshop will give you a solid foundation to bring your rhythmic ideas to life.

We’ll break down beat construction step-by-step—from laying down a kick and snare pattern to layering percussion, adding samples, and building groove and variation into your track.

What You’ll Learn:

• How to program beats using Logic’s MIDI tools and Step Sequencer
• Tips for using one-shot samples and pre-recorded loops creatively
• Introduction to live drum recording and how to blend it with MIDI elements
• Workflow tips for building full beat arrangements
• Basic mixing and exporting to take your beat to the next level

What You’ll Need:

• A laptop with Logic Pro installed (If you don't already have Logic, you can download a free trial here: https://www.apple.com/logic-pro/)
• A MIDI keyboard/controller
• Headphones (no external speakers, please)

This workshop is interactive and hands-on—come ready to make beats, experiment with sound, and leave with a fresh track of your own!

About the Instructor:

Jesse Ogle is an accomplished professional bassist, educator, songwriter, music producer, and non-profit leader. He is the co-founder of iAM MUSIC, one of Southwest Colorado’s leading music-focused non-profits, and currently serves as the Community Development Director at Roots Music Project in Boulder, CO.

Jesse is an active performer and collaborator, playing bass with Nu Bass Theory, Wrenn Van, J-Calvin, Haiikuu, and internationally acclaimed Zimbabwean artist Blessing Chimanga, while also working as a sought-after freelance bassist.

As an educator and speaker, Jesse has presented at notable institutions and events including CU Boulder, Loyola University, Fort Lewis College, the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, and the Colorado Creative Industries Summit.

A recognized expert in non-profit development, Jesse is deeply committed to building bridges across the musical arts community—fostering collaborations, cultivating equity, and creating long-lasting relationships that strengthen the creative ecosystem in Colorado and beyond.

Roots Music Project Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit local music incubator based in Boulder, Colorado. We believe in the power of music to make the world a better place. All music starts locally. We empower artists, fans, and venues to connect and create a thriving and inspiring local music scene.

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