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<p><span>Logic Pro 101</span><span> is a comprehensive guide to using a Logic Pro system for musicians and music creators. This book covers everything you need to know to complete a project in Apple’s professional-level digital audio workstation; takes you through the fundamentals of music production; and includes exercises, projects, and downloadable media examples.</span></p>
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<p><span>Acknowledgments </span></p>
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<p><span>Introduction. Welcome to Apple Logic Pro </span></p>
<p><span>About This Book </span></p>
<p><span>Course Prerequisites .</span></p>
<p><span>Course Organization and Sequence </span></p>
<p><span>The NPT Digital Media Production Program</span></p>
<p><span>How Can I Learn More?</span></p>
<p><span>Conventions and Symbols Used in This Book</span></p>
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<p><span>Chapter 1. Logic Pro Background</span></p>
<p><span>The Logic Pro Digital Audio Workstation</span></p>
<p><span>Logic Pro History and Evolution</span></p>
<p><span>Audio Characteristics: Waveform, Frequency, and Amplitude</span></p>
<p><span>Converting Audio to Digital</span></p>
<p><span>Logic Pro System Configurations</span></p>
<p><span>Shortcuts and Naming Conventions </span></p>
<p><span>Review/Discussion Questions</span></p>
<p><span>Exercise 1. Selecting Your Audio Production Gear</span></p>
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<p><span>Chapter 2. Getting Started with Logic Pro </span></p>
<p><span>Target Systems </span></p>
<p><span>Software Installation and Operation</span></p>
<p><span>Logic Pro File Structure</span></p>
<p><span>Starting Logic Pro </span></p>
<p><span>The Logic Pro Menu Structure </span></p>
<p><span>Logic Pro Windows and Views</span></p>
<p><span>Review/Discussion Questions </span></p>
<p><span>Exercise 2. Identifying the Primary Logic Pro Windows and Views </span></p>
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<p><span>Chapter 3. Logic Pro Basic Controls </span></p>
<p><span>Playback in the Main Window</span></p>
<p><span>Region Editing in the Workspace</span></p>
<p><span>Zooming and Scrolling in the Main Window</span></p>
<p><span>Selections and Rulers in the Main Window</span></p>
<p><span>Quick Help Tips</span></p>
<p><span>Review/Discussion Questions</span></p>
<p><span>Exercise 3. Primary Tools and Controls</span></p>
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<p><span>Chapter 4. Creating Your First Project</span></p>
<p><span>Project Chooser</span></p>
<p><span>Creating and Configuring a Logic Pro Project</span></p>
<p><span>Working with Tracks</span></p>
<p><span>Controlling Playback</span></p>
<p><span>Saving, Locating, and Opening Logic Pro Files</span></p>
<p><span>Review/Discussion Questions</span></p>
<p><span>Exercise 4. Creating a Project</span></p>
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<p><span>Chapter 5. Importing and Working with Media</span></p>
<p><span>Considerations Prior to Import</span></p>
<p><span>Import Methods</span></p>
<p><span>Other Methods of Importing Audio Files</span></p>
<p><span>Importing Video</span></p>
<p><span>Review/Discussion Questions</span></p>
<p><span>Exercise 5. Importing Audio</span></p>
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<p><span>Chapter 6. Making Your First MIDI Recording</span></p>
<p><span>MIDI Basics</span></p>
<p><span>MIDI in Logic Pro</span></p>
<p><span>Setting the Base Meter and Tempo</span></p>
<p><span>Preparing to Record MIDI</span></p>
<p><span>Using Virtual Instruments</span></p>
<p><span>Recording MIDI</span></p>
<p><span>Creating and Editing MIDI Performances</span></p>
<p><span>Review/Discussion Questions</span></p>
<p><span>Exercise 6. Working with MIDI</span></p>
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<p><span>Chapter 7. Making Your First Audio Recording</span></p>
<p><span>Before Recording</span></p>
<p><span>Preparing to Record</span></p>
<p><span>Recording and Managing Audio</span></p>
<p><span>Organizing after Recording</span></p>
<p><span>Review/Discussion Questions</span></p>
<p><span>Exercise 7. Recording Audio</span></p>
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<p><span>Chapter 8. Selecting and Navigating</span></p>
<p><span>Working with Selections in the Tracks Area</span></p>
<p><span>Adjusting the View of Your Tracks</span></p>
<p><span>Adjusting the Project View</span></p>
<p><span>Organizing Your Project</span></p>
<p><span>Using Markers for Locations and Selections</span></p>
<p><span>Using Arrangement Markers</span></p>
<p><span>Living in Color</span></p>
<p><span>Submixing Workflows</span></p>
<p><span>Using Track Stacks to Submix</span></p>
<p><span>Review/Discussion Questions</span></p>
<p><span>Exercise 8. Recording, Configuring, and Adding Markers to an Arrangement</span></p>
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<p><span>Chapter 9. Editing Your Media</span></p>
<p><span>Selecting Playback Options</span></p>
<p><span>Using the Grid, Division Value, and Snap Settings</span></p>
<p><span>Editing Regions</span></p>
<p><span>Flex Time and Pitch</span></p>
<p><span>Moving and Resizing Regions</span></p>
<p><span>Creating Fade Effects</span></p>
<p><span>Undoing Your Work</span></p>
<p><span>Review/Discussion Questions</span></p>
<p><span>Exercise 9. Editing Audio</span></p>
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<p><span>Chapter 10. Mixing and Creating a Bounce</span></p>
<p><span>Basic Mixer Terminology</span></p>
<p><span>Working in the Mixer</span></p>
<p><span>Using Plug-In Processors</span></p>
<p><span>Applying Mix Automation</span></p>
<p><span>Backing Up Your Project</span></p>
<p><span>Creating a Stereo Mixdown</span></p>
<p><span>Review/Discussion Questions</span></p>
<p><span>Exercise 10. Automating Shared Effects and Exporting a Stereo Mix</span></p>
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<p><span>Final Project 1. Creating a Musical Arrangement</span></p>
<p><span>Final Project 2. Creating a Mix</span></p>
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<p><span>Ryan Rey</span><span> is a composer, guitarist, educator, and San Francisco native. He teaches courses in Logic Pro X, music theory, piano, and sound for picture at Pyramind; studio recording and AV technology at Diablo Valley College; and a variety of subjects online through Pyramind’s Mentorship Network. Rey is currently director of the concert series Seventh Avenue Performances. He is also on the board of directors for Ninth Planet. Rey plays guitar and has composed for production music library CrimeSonics.</span></p>
<p><span>Harry Gold </span><span>is a Bay Area-based blues and jazz guitarist, pianist, arranger, and singer. He is also an audio engineer and an Avid Certified Instructor for Pro Tools and Sibelius. Gold works as an adjunct professor at Academy of Art University, where he teaches classes in Logic, Pro Tools, music production, score preparation, arranging, and composition. He also operates Fools Gold Studios in Berkeley, California. </span></p>