DJ Production Program | Los Angeles
DJ Production Program
Elevate your DJ skills with Garnish LA’s 144-hour DJ Production Program. Master DJ performance, Create in Ableton Live (or FL Studio, Logic Pro), learn Synthesis, Sound Design, Music Theory, Hit Songwriting, Vocal Production and Mixing all with hands-on training in our cutting edge studios. Create release-ready tracks, earn a certificate, and dominate the decks.
Who is this course for?
- →Aspiring DJs & Electronic Artists ready to master DJ performance and produce release-ready tracks in popular DAWs like Ableton Live
- →Producers & Songwriters seeking to craft unique sounds through advanced synthesis and sound design techniques for club-ready remixes
- →Experienced DJs & Artists aiming to fill knowledge gaps and develop a professional workflow for live sets and studio production
“I needed to brush up on something, so I called Garnish, as they have the best instructors” – Jamie Jones
Course Highlights
- →144 Hrs. of world-class training in DJ Performance, DAW Track Production, Music Theory, Sound Design, Hit Songwriting, Vocal Production and Mixing
- →Grammy nominated, Billboard Chart topping instructors teach in limited class sizes for focused attention
- →Learn in cutting edge LA studios with a veteran Producer/Engineer
- →50% discount on Ableton Live Suite, Free and discounted sample libraries & software from our partners like Arturia
Prerequisites
- →Laptop with Ableton Suite and Rekordbox software installed
- →Headphones and USB Drives
Purchase Ableton at 50% discount here. This class is also included in our LA Music Production Academy.
Contact us if you have any questions.
Why choose DJ Production Program at Garnish?
DJ Production Program (144 Hours)
$6650 + $300 Registration
Next Cohort: Oct 5, 2026
Apply by Sept 7 for Early Bird $300 Discount—max 8 spots!
Registration Closes Sept 21
Enrollment Steps (1-2-3)
- →Pick your schedule: Tue/Thu 6:30PM–9:30 PM or Thu 6:30–9:30 PM + Sat 10 AM–1 PM (US Pacific Time)
- →Pay $300 Registration to reserve your spot
- →Pay remaining tuition $ 6650 by end of registration date to enroll and receive your welcome packet. All major credit cards accepted
Upcoming Classes
- →Oct 5, 2026 – Registration closes Sept 21, 2026. Early Bird ends Sept 7, 2026
Let's discuss Private Instruction if above options don't work
Meet Our World-Class Instructors
Our instructor roster ranges from Multi-Platinum Songwriters and Producers to rising LA Hitmakers and Artists
DJ Production Program Modules
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Music Technology & Business are constantly evolving. Our curriculums are routinely updated to give you the best experience.
Our Students Say. . .
"Everything went really well in Ibiza this time and I had so much fun! I am so glad you taught me, you're the best xoxo"
Paris Hilton Garnish DJ Program
“The course does a good job of expressing the importance of all aspects of music. Synthesis, business, phycology, marketing/branding are all building blocks of the aspiring musician pyramid. Armed with knowledge from each category (and of course good work ethic), anyone can navigate the long, crazy road to becoming a successful and happy musician.”
Daniel Ferenbach
Garnish LA DJ Course Graduation Concert
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