MasterLogic Academy
M03 · Beginner · Foundation

MIDI and Software Instruments

Record, edit, quantize, layer, and perform MIDI using stock Logic instruments and clear musical roles.

MIDI

12 guided hours

A first full MIDI sketch with drums, bass, harmony, and lead using only stock sounds.

Lesson Flow

  1. 1

    Create software instrument tracks and browse patches intentionally.

  2. 2

    Record MIDI notes, velocity, overdubs, and controller moves.

  3. 3

    Edit timing and note length in Piano Roll without flattening the performance.

  4. 4

    Layer drums, bass, chords, and melody through track stacks.

  5. 5

    Introduce articulations, groove, quantize strength, and musical variation.

Assignment

Program an 8-bar beat, bass, chord loop, and melody using stock sounds.

Due proof

One finished checkpoint with notes, version info, and export evidence.

Share mode

Private class review first; public profile proof only after learner approval.

Badge gate

Rhythmic accuracy, Harmonic completeness, Edit quality.

Rubric

Rhythmic accuracy
Harmonic completeness
Edit quality
Patch choices
Session organization