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Workshop: Rage with the Machine
Using synthesizers and effects pedals, get an introduction to electronic music!
MAIF Social Club (Paris 3rd)
About
Born from the economic and social crises of the 1970s, punk and post-punk movements advocated nonconformity, anti-consumerism, and direct action: the music is urgent, the lyrics chanted, and the message at the forefront. While crises have persisted and the movements have lingered, they gave birth to cult bands and an aesthetic that has never faded, from Sex Pistols to Joy Division, from New Order to The Cure.
Learn how machines work to better master them and use them in the service of music. An introduction to electronic music, sometimes using synthesizers dating back to the 1980s.
The workshop is also available for children and teenagers.
Our take on this event
Break the rules and channel your inner rebel by experimenting with the raw power of iconic 80s synthesizers. Whether you are a curious teen or an adult looking to spice up your creative routine, this workshop is your gateway to mastering electronic sounds with a punk attitude. Step into the studio and learn how to bend technology to your own musical vision.
Explore the rebellious legacy of punk and post-punk at the Rage with the Machine workshop, hosted at the MAIF Social Club in the 3rd arrondissement. This session invites you to master electronic music production by experimenting with vintage synthesizers from the 1980s. You will learn to manipulate these machines to channel the anti-establishment spirit of legendary bands like Joy Division and The Cure. This hands-on experience is completely free of charge and specifically designed for participants aged 18 and over. Join us to bridge the gap between historical protest music and modern electronic sound design in an inspiring, creative environment.
The MAIF Social Club presents Rage with the Machine, a workshop dedicated to the economic and social roots of punk and post-punk movements. From the urgent chants of the Sex Pistols to the atmospheric soundscapes of New Order, you will delve into an aesthetic that remains as influential today as it was in the 1970s. The session focuses on the intersection of music, technology, and protest culture.
Participants will receive a practical introduction to electronic music, focusing on how to operate synthesizers from the 1980s. By understanding the inner workings of these machines, you will learn how to harness them for your own creative output. It is a unique chance to get hands-on experience with vintage equipment while exploring the history of anti-consumerist musical expression.
The workshop runs from 20:00 on November 20, 2026, until October 9, 2027. Participation is free, but please note that this specific session is strictly for attendees aged 18 and up. Please be aware that alternative versions of this workshop are available for children and teenagers.
