October 3, 2020
About GratuiTous
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By GratuiTous
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Hey thanks for visiting my website to learn FL Studio!
I’m GratuiTous (Riley Weller), a RECOGNIZED FL STUDIO TRAINER!
I’ve been teaching beatmaking since 2011!
My website offers FL Studio Courses and FL Studio Books..
I also host my FL Studio podcast called Music Production Made Simple!
I like creating various styles of beats, and like to teach new producers to become well-rounded, focusing on piano for producers, custom drum loops, arrangement, and organization.. but there’s much more in the platform.
Brand-New to FL Studio?
If you’re brand-new to FL Studio, my FL Studio Beginner page has so many valuable resources like What Version of FL Studio to Buy.
Piano Lessons for Producers
Did you know producers play piano different to classical players?
It’s true! Beatmakers only need to know improvisation!
Explained on my Piano for Producers page.
Make Amazing Drum Loops
Students often struggle with drum loops..
I created SAFE SPOTS, which breaks down sound placement, and the powerful free ORGANIC TOOLS inside any DAW.
SAFE SPOTS is drum loop training curriculum by GratuiTous, and contains a book, course, and additional premium drum samples.
Audio Painting.. What's That?
The secret of a professional beat is in its ARRANGEMENT!
Another beatmaking training concept I’ve created is Audio Painting, which is all about preparing the listener in your song..
How'd I Start Making Beats?
Is FL Studio the Best DAW?
I was introduced to FL Studio around 2009.. I fell into the trap like many of you thinking, “Maybe another DAW is better”..
I was wasting time and decided to make FL Studio my main DAW.
FL Studio provides LIFETIME FREE UPDATES, and has a phenomenal workflow once you understand what’s going on..
To get started, you can Learn what version of FL Studio to buy
Did You Have Prior Music Knowledge before Becoming a Professional Producer?
My mom enrolled me into piano as a child for 1-2 years..
I found it so boring, and quit.. I couldn’t have been happier..
Once I discovered beatmaking, I knew piano was important..
But, I didn’t really know how to play, because I quit piano lessons!
After my piano for producers story, I eventually took off!
How to Make Money as a Music Producer who Doesn't Sell Beats?
In my early years I sold beats (worked with a GRAMMY-Nominated Artist) but learned this was wrong regarding the Gospel.. because music teaching Jesus is in a different playing field..
In other words, it’s selling the word of God which should be free..
Learn more in this podcast episode.
I decided to teach music production instead. It’s been amazing, and I’ve built awesome relationships with students.
I originally started with Beatstruggles.com, but now everything is merged into itsGratuiTous.com to keep things simple 
Popular Tracks by GratuiTous:
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with GratuiTous..
Subscribe on YouTube, or watch my FL Studio Beginner Training.
For the best experience, follow my COURSE PATHWAYS:
Since there’s over 30 FL Studio courses in the platform, it’s overwhelming where to start..
Simply follow COURSE PATHWAYS starting at “beginner”, and you will learn beatmaking fundamentals step-by-step in an organized curriculum.. Students have seen great results in 3 months!
Members also gain access to my QUESTIONS AREA.
Still Have Questions for Me?
My #1 suggestion is to SLOW IT DOWN!
Be careful of “GEAR LUST”..
YouTube is all about “clicks” and “views”..
When you are new.. you’ll get sucked into thinking you need all these tools, and become SUPER UNORGANIZED.
I keep things SIMPLE.. and teach students on-going here.
Online FL Studio Lessons:
Yes, you can book a 1 hour FL Studio lesson!
A Fun Fact About GratuiTous..
I was an electrician for 10 years in Canada!
However.. I knew beatmaking was my true passion.
Matthew 24:24 (King James Version)
24 For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect.
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GratuiTous (Riley Weller) is a Recognized FL Studio Trainer with over 30 Beatmaking Courses. He writes Beatmaking Books, hosts the Music Production Made Simple Podcast, and helps students with FL Studio Lessons. He also makes lots of his own music!
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