Join our 24-hour K-Pop Hitmaker course, offered in-person and online, led by Appu “LoudBoy” Krishnan (GOT7, Wanna One, THE BOYZ) and his Loudboy Group. Master advanced production techniques and gain insider insights to create chart-topping K-Pop hits.
Introduction and Understanding The K-Pop Market
→Introduction to the course
→Introducing yourselves, the students
→Understanding the K-Pop Market
→Elements defining a K-Pop hit
Decoding K-Pop Song Structure
→Breakdown the typical song structure of K-Pop tracks
→Learn about K-Pop song structure
→Study how K-Pop songs maintain balance and pacing
→Assignment
Rhythm and Beats
→The importance of rhythm in K-Pop songs
→Drum patterns and percussion elements
→Rhythmic variations to create infectious beats
→Assignment
Electronic Sounds and Synths
→The role of electronic elements in modern K-Pop
→Synthesizers and sound design for K-Pop tracks
→Experimentation with electronic sounds and sampling
→Assignment
Dynamic Song Production and Arrangement
→Dynamic song arrangements in K-Pop
→How to build tension and create memorable transitions
→Arrangements for maximum impact
→Assignment
Crafting Engaging Melodies
→Explore melodic concepts that resonate with K-Pop audiences
→Learn techniques for writing catchy hooks and earworms
→Practice creating melodies that fit the K-Pop genre
→24 hours of production and songwriting classes for the K-Pop Hitmaker
→Gaon chart-topping instructors teach in focused limited class sizes
→Feedback and weekly challenges for accelerated learning
→Collaboration with real-world song briefs and deadlines
→Insights to pitching for labels, publishers and revenue streams
Prerequisites
→Laptop with DAW installed and DAW operational knowledge.
→Headphones
If not, consider joining our Ableton or Logic Production Programs or taking a DAW course with us first. Contact us if you have any questions.
Who is this course for?
→Aspiring Producers & Songwriters looking to create hits in the K-Pop world
→Musicians & Artists with experience producing in other pop genres looking for the K-Pop secret sauce
→Talented fans of K-Pop and other related genres like J-Pop or C-Pop looking to find formal training in production and songwriting
Why choose the K-Pop Hitmaker course at Garnish?
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Fully Equipped Pro Scroll down to see moreGarnish LA Studio Gear ListStudents plug in their computers to access the studios for projects. Classes are conducted on instructor laptops or Macs that are pre-connected to each room.Studio ASystem: Avid ProTools HDXAlt System: Apogee ElementConvertor: Lynx AuroraMic Preamps: Chandler TG2, Neve 1073Synth DI+ Switcher: Clever Audio MXM 12Compressors: Urei 1176, Teletronix LA2A, Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor, SSL XLogic G Series compressorReverb: Bricasti M7Monitor Control: Dangerous D BoxPatchbay: Switchcraft StudioPatch 9625, 96 TT Patch points to DB25Universal Audio Satellite Plug-in DSP AcceleratorSpeakers: Adam S3X-V, Adam Sub 12, Yamaha NS10 with Bryston 4B Power ampMIDI Interface: iConnectivity mio 10Microphones: Manley Reference Cardioid, Neumann TLM 103, Shure SM7, Shure SM57, SM58Piano: Yamaha U3Fender Rhodes: Mark ii Suitcase 88Drum Machine: Behringer RD8Synthesizers: Roland Juno 60, Roland Juno 106, Roland JX3P, Mellotron 4000D mini, Sequential Prophet Rev 2, Behringer Poly D, Korg MS20, Korg Triton Studio, Yamaha DX7, Yamaha YS200, Moog Sub PhattyAcoustic Guitar: MartinSuzuki OmnichordMIDI Controller: Arturia KeyLab 88, M-Audio Keystation 49Pedal Board: Meris, OBNE, Catalinbread, Boss and many more pedalsMajor 3rd party Audio Plug-ins and Software Instruments (see partners list)Video: DJI Osmo Pocket 3, Amaran and Godux Lighting set upHeadphones (many): Audiotechnica ATH-M50X, AKG K240Studio BSystem: Steven Slate Raven MTiAudio Interface: RME Babyface Pro FSMic Preamps: API 512 C (x2), AEA TRP 3DI: AEA TDI DuoCompressor: Audioscape LA2AMonitor Control: Dangerous D BoxSpeakers: Adam S2V, Adam Sub 10, Yamaha NS10 with Yamaha Power AmpMicrophones: AEA R84A Ribbon, Neumann TLM 103, Shure SM7, Shure SM57Drum Machine: Erica Synths Perkons HD-01, Behringer EdgeSynthesizers: Formanta EMS-01, Formanta Polivoks, Sequential Prophet 10, Expressive E Osmose, Korg MS20, Korg Trinity V3 Pro, Behringer NeutronMIDI Controller: Arturia Keystep 37Pedal Board: Meris, OBNE, Catalinbread, Boss and many more pedalsVideo: DJI Osmo Pocket 3, Amaran and Godux Lighting set upHeadphones (many): Audiotechnica ATH-M50X, AKG K240Studio CAudio Interface: Universal Audio Apollo X8Speakers: Adam S2V, Adam Sub8, Auratone Mix CubesMic Preamps: Chandler TG2Compressor: Audioscape SSL G Series Bus CompressorMicrophone: Manley Reference Cardioid, Shure SM57Synthesizer: Dave Smith Mopho X4Guitars, BassHeadphones (many): Audiotechnica ATH-M50X, AKG K240Studio D - DJ LabAudio Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 212, Mackie Big KnobSpeakers: Yamaha HS8, Yamaha HS8S SubMIDI Controller: M Audio OxygenMicrophone: Shure SM57DJ Controller: Pioneer XDJ R (x2)Headphones (many): Audiotechnica ATH-M50X, AKG K240Classroom / LabAudio Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 212Speakers: Yamaha HS7MIDI Controllers (many): M Audio OxygenElectric Piano: Yamaha P 115 - 88 KeysMixer: Behringer EURORACK PRO RX1602 Line MixerMicrophones: Shure SM7B, SM57 (x2), Marshall MXL 770 CondenserCDJs: Pioneer XDJ 1000 mk2 (x2)DJ Mixer: Pioneer DJM 900Synthesizer: Arturia Matrix BrutePerformance LoungeSpeakers: Mackie HR 824, Yamaha HS 8Monitor Speaker: Jeecoo SpeakerElectric Guitar: Epiphone Les Paul, Acoustic and Electric guitar choices availableGuitar Amp: Orange Crush 20RTVarious Shakers and PercussionMIDI Keyboard: Arturia Keylab MKII 88 Key Weighted MIDI Controller, Synthesizers available to check outMicrophones: Shure SM57 (many), other mics available to check out like SM7BAudio Interfaces available: Focusrite Scarlett 2i2, Focusrite Scarlett Solo, Mackie Big KnobProjector: Epson EX9200Studio E and Studio F are project studios available for overflow. Both fully equipped and treated with Studio Monitors, Microphone collection ready to plug in laptops.✓✕
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We present to you Multi-Platinum K-Pop Hitmakers with Billboard and Gaon chart No1s!
“I just wanted to say THANK YOU so much for such an awesome experience. The classes Garnish offered and the final experience at Exchange LA was the push I needed to accelerate my new career and gave me confidence as a DJ.”
Matthew Naramore
K-Pop Hitmaker (24 Hrs):
$2250 Tuition + $300 Registration Fee
Enroll Now—max 8 spots!
Enrollment Steps
1. Pay $300 Registration Fee to reserve. Typically Tue/Thu or Thu/Sat—Ask for schedule options.
2. Pay tuition $2250 to enroll, get welcome packet. All major credit cards accepted.