Music Production Classes

MADJACK Recording Studios

MADJACK Recording Studios at Surf City Music School offers Music Production classes that develops kids and teens into talented audio engineers with a passion for music and the technical know-how to bring their creative ideas to life in the studio.

Whether students want to make electronic music, record vocals, or create pop songs, all students delve into the foundational elements of audio engineering. Our hands-on sessions guide students through the entire music production process, from selecting the right microphones, mixing and mastering, and giving them the confidence to experiment with the world of music production and audio engineering.

Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) Proficiency: Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard DAWs to record, edit, mix, and master music.

Recording Techniques: Learn how to set up and use various microphones and recording equipment to capture different instruments effectively.

Mixing: Understand how to balance levels, apply EQ and compression, and add effects to create a cohesive and dynamic mix.

What You’ll Learn

MIDI Programming: Create and edit MIDI sequences to program instruments, drum patterns, and melodies.

Sampling: Learn how to sample audio effectively, manipulate samples, and integrate them into music production.

Mastering: Learn the final touches of the production process to ensure the track is polished, well balanced, and ready for distribution.

Collaboration and Feedback: Learn to collaborate with other musicians and to give and receive constructive feedback.

Critical Listening: Develop the ability to critically listen to music to make informed decisions during the recording, mixing, and mastering processes.

Class Details:

  • 1 class a week, 55 minutes

  • $40 a class

  • Ages 8-18

  • No prior experience needed!

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