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Composing & Performing with Sequencers

  • Synth Library Portland 123 Northeast 3rd Avenue Portland, OR, 97232 United States (map)

Sequencers are perhaps the most fundamental tool for making electronic music, but are rarely taught beyond simple technical tutorials. This workshop will explore how to use sequencers as tools for composition, sound design, and live performance.

Using a mix of Synth Library lending favorites like the Moog Mother-32 and Korg SQ-1, popular sequencer plugins from Ableton Live, and the free, open-source modular platform VCV Rack, we will explore how to use sequencers as musical instruments and tools. Attendees are encouraged to bring laptops, tablets, or phones loaded with their favorite digital audio workstation (DAW) or sequencing software to use for live exercises in the final part of the workshop.

Presented by Clayton Davis
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Sunday, October 11th, 2026
1:30 PM- 4:30 PM

Location: Synth Library Portland
Our new location in the Eastside Exchange building:
123 NE 3rd Ave, Suite 012
Entrance is on the 2nd ave side
Free parking from 1-5 on Saturdays but you must follow procedure (info and kiosk code inside) and display ticket from the kiosk on dash during time parked


$10-20 Sliding Scale
Tickets are required to attend.
No one turned away for lack of funds - email info@synthlibraryportland.org for low/no cost tickets if needed.

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