Lesson 1: Introduction to Digital Audio Workstations

Objective: Students will understand the basics of Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) and navigate Soundation. Materials: Computers with internet access, Soundation accounts, and speakers.

Activities:

1. 1
   Introduction (10 mins):

   • A brief overview of what a DAW is and its role in music production.
   • Introduce Soundation as an example of a cloud-based DAW.
2. 2
   Soundation tour (15 mins):

   • Walkthrough of Soundation's interface: channels, timeline, toolbar, and sound library.
   • Explain different features like instruments, effects, and audio loops.
3. 3
   Basic navigation exercise (25 mins):

   • Students explore the interface by following guided instructions (e.g., creating a new project, adding an audio channel, and inserting a loop).
4. 4
   Discussion (10 mins):

   • Recap key features and ask students what they found most interesting or challenging.

Assignment:

Create a simple project with at least three tracks using different audio loops from the library.