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360° Music Production Academy

360° Music Production Academy
Los Angeles & Live Online

World-class Music Production Academy in Los Angeles! Join our tight-knit program (max 8 students per batch) to become a standout Artist, Songwriter and Music Producer. Craft release-ready tracks, build your unique sound library and learn hands-on from Grammy-nominated instructors in our cutting-edge studios. With expert mentorship and a Showcase Concert plus A&R/Manager sessions, we’ll help launch your music journey!

 

Who is this course for?

  • Aspiring  Artists, Songwriters, Producers & DJs ready to kick start their music journey
  • Experienced professionals aiming to patch up any holes in their knowledge in a structured environment

 

“I needed to brush up on something, so I called Garnish, as they have the best instructors” – Jamie Jones

 

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Course Highlights
• 360 Hrs. of Music Production, Songwriting, Sound Design, Composition, Social Media, Audio Engineering & Music Business
• Chart-topping instructors teach in limited class sizes for individual focused attention
• Mentoring in cutting-edge LA studios
• Free Sample Libraries and exclusive software discounts (Arturia, Apple, Ableton)
• Full access to Garnish LA events & Masterclasses

Partnership with RSL,UK
All students from our Music Production Academy in Los Angeles can take Grade 6, 7 or 8 music exams from RSL Awards, UK.  Students & Parents can be assured that we meet the national standard of accreditation in the UK.

What Our Students Say

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Why choose Garnish Music Production Academy ?

  • Garnish is the only Ableton & Apple-certified training center in LA with Grammy-nominated instructors providing hands-on learning experience!
  • Collaborating with your peers in pro studios with our continuous expert feedback outshines self teaching methods like books or online tutorial videos.
  • Our Music Production Academy is affordable and alums can return to brush up on their course free of charge during the next running cycle.
  • Get exclusive synthesizer sounds, effects, samples and upgrade discounts from our licensing partners, adding thousands in value.
  • Full access to Garnish LA events and Masterclasses.

360 Hours

$12,999 Tuition + $500 Registration Fee

 

(No Registration Early Bird Special- $500 discount if booked 14 days before start!)

 

 

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Meet Our World-Class Instructors

Our instructor roster ranges from Multi-Platinum Songwriters and Producers to rising LA Hitmakers and Artists

You can also learn 1-on-1 in Focus Hours

 

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Cameron Colley Music

Cameron Colley

Ableton
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Engineering
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Media Sound Design
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Projects
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Sound Design

Zhou

Ableton
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Songwriting
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Sound Design

360 Garnish Music Production Academy Modules

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DAW and Track Building

  • The first module of Music Production Academy is DAW courses in Ableton Live, Logic Pro or FL Studio (Check with admissions about Pro Tools availability)
  • Hands-on training in Navigation, MIDI Programming, Signal flow, Sampling, Audio Manipulation, Arranging and music theory

Synthesis and Sound Design

  • Craft your unique sonic identity in the Sound Design module mastering Synthesizers and Samplers.
  • Explore industry-standard plugins (Serum, Arturia Collection) and iconic hardware (Juno 106, Moog, DX7, Mellotron) to elevate your music.
  • Go beyond Subtractive Synthesis with Granular, Additive, Wavetable, and FM synthesis, plus sampling based production techniques.
  • Learn the art of  Reverse Engineering in Sound Labs to dissect and recreate sounds from your favorite records, building your own sound libraries.
  • Tap into the growing Sound Design industry for Pop and EDM genres, Video Games, VR, Film and TV at the LA Music Production Academy.

Mixing and Mastering

Learn to create pro-level productions in the Mixing and Mastering module, guided by LA’s top Audio Engineers. In a saturated world of songs lacking clarity and depth, it pays to have your releases stand out!

  •  Mixing Module: Master acoustics, setting up your home studio, using Compressors, EQs, Reverbs and creative effects in our state of the art Studio A. Ensure your tracks shine on all audio systems—cars, phones, and in-ears.
  • Mastering Module: Learn in-the-box mastering techniques to create a modern sound. You can also use our industry standard analog processors to achieve streaming-ready masters and skills that last a lifetime. 

GARNISH LA STUDIO A GEAR LIST

  • Studio set up- Pro Tools HDX with Apogee Dual Set up
  • DAWs- ProTools Ultimate, Ableton Live Suite, Logic Pro
  • Convertor- Lynx Aurora 8
  • Speakers- Adam S3V with Adam Sub 12, Yamaha NS10s with Bryston 4B Amp
  • Monitor Control- Dangerous D Box
  • Microphone- Manley Reference Cardioid, Shure SM57s
  • Pre Amps- Chandler Limited TG2, Heritage Audio 1073
  • Reverb- Bricasti Design M7
  • Compressors- Teletronix LA2A, Urei (Universal Audio) 1176, SSL XLogic G-series Compressor, Empirical Labs EL-8 Distressor
  • Piano- Yamaha U3
  • Synthesizers & Drum Machines- Roland Juno 60 (with MIDI), Juno 106, JX3P, Sequential Prophet Rev 2, Mellotron M4000D, Korg MS20, Triton Studio, Moog Subphatty, Yamaha DX7, YS200, Behringer Poly D, RD-8, Edge, Neutron, Arturia Matrix Brute
  • Universal Audio Satellite

All synths are MIDI connected for DAW use via iconnectivity MIO and Clever Audio MXM 12 Synth switcher. We also have a guitar pedal collection for sonic experiments.

 

SongCraft Part A: Hit Songwriting / Toplining

The SongCraft – Hit Songwriting module provides expert tips and real world examples that other sources neglect to share, bringing out the hitmaker in you! 

  • Taught by Billboard chart-topping LA songwriters in state of the art studios.
  • Analyze hit-making techniques across genres and eras, turning your ideas into release-ready songs.
  • Master Lyrics, Melodies, Song Splits, PROs, Publishing, and Master Ownership.
  • Producers learn to effectively communicate their topline ideas to artists and songwriters.
  • Stay ahead in the game with current Music Business insights from active songwriters and publishers, avoiding outdated resources.

SongCraft Part B: Studo Vocal Production

  • Elevate your vocals in the Music Production Academy’s Studio Vocal Production module for artists and producers.
  • Transform demo vocals into release-ready records with guidance from seasoned session singers, no singing required.
  • Master recording studio set up and signal flow, mic choices and techniques, auto tune, pre-amps, headphone mixes and effects for monitoring.
  • Create genre-specific background parts, harmonies, rap vocals, adlibs, and creative vocal effects.
  • Learn vocal comping, tuning, aligning, and mixing to create ready for release finished vocals.

Garnish LA Electives- Hip Hop, K-Pop, Advanced Mastering etc

Music Production Academy requires completion of 2 Electives from the following list.

Check with admissions on Elective availability in your course cycle.

  • Hip Hop Production: Craft original beats and master cutting edge production skills that makes platinum selling artists like Travis Scott, Post Malone and Future 
  • K-Pop Hitmaker: Learn K-Pop production and toplining, publishing and industry tips from K-Pop hitmakers. Present your songs for feedback.
  • Songwriting Camp: Collaborate with your peers like a  pro songwriter on real label briefs to create release-ready songs across genres.
  • Performing Live with Ableton: Craft captivating live performances using Ableton Live, looping, and real-time sampling.
  • Podcasting: Create high-quality audio/video content, master podcasting gear, editing, and mixing for multiple platforms.
  • Advanced Mastering: Elevate your mixing skills with in-the-box mastering for a commercial sound. Finish the course with a release-ready track.

Composition and Media Scoring

  • In this module of Music Production Academy, explore Composition and Media Scoring for Film, TV, Trailers, Games, and Commercials.
  • Learn from top composers featured on Netflix, Prime, Fox, MTV, and games like The Amazing Spider-Man 2 and The Elder Scrolls: Back to Morrowind.

Studiotime and Mentoring

  • Studio time through out the Music Production Academy allows you to record in state of the art studios and get mentored by industry experts.
  • Graduate with release ready records.
  • Perform at our Mandarin Lounge for your Songwriter showcase. You are provided 88 key weighted controller, Lap op setup with DAW and backing tracks, Guitar Amp, Projector and PA set up. There will be a video crew and you are allowed to bring in guests.
  • Capture stunning photos and videos for social media during the course, building your artist community at the Music Production Academy.

Platinum Certificate and RSL Awards UK Grades Exam

  • Garnish partnership with RSL Awards in the UK allows Music Production Academy students to take Grade 6, 7, or 8 exams, ensuring recognized global standard of excellence.
  • RSL syllabus covers a variety of topics from Music Theory and Ear Training to Audio Engineering and Scoring for Visual Media
  • Even if UK qualifications aren’t your goal, Music Production Academy guarantees top-tier training and the Garnish Platinum Academy Certificate upon graduation.

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

I wouldn't change a thing about this course. It was ten times better than I expected it to be. The instructor was incredibly informative and kept things fun. I've played with software for a couple of years and thought I got most of the basics down but I definitely was wrong. Great course! I would definitely recommend this course to anybody wanting to learn the production side of music. It was incredibly helpful and left me inspired to make tracks 24/7.

Kristina Bialkowski

I went from knowing pretty much nothing about Logic to knowing how to built loops, work with midi, mix, and actually be able to record the music I write and and arrange on the computer. I'm really excited because Logic Pro X has opened up a new world for me as a singer songwriter!

Dawn Red Sun

I am a lot better off than I was months ago blindly watching Youtube tutorials and not knowing what I was doing. The teacher was a great, very patient and understanding, with all skill levels in the room.

Abraham Perrotta

The small class size allowed the instructor time to give us individual attention/feedback. The teaching style was easily adjusted according to the levels in the class. As a very new producer, I never felt left behind. I never would have thought I could make this much progress in just 6 weeks!

Andie Arbogast

This class was great. I've been wanting to learn digital music production and was warned that Logic was one of the most complex and difficult to learn DAW. In only 6 days I think I've learned the program well enough to start producing my own tracks. Not only that but I've left the class with enough excitement to get busy and make some music with my new found knowledge.

Paul Vachier

It was very hands on. the teacher knew a vast amount about this topic and is very informative and clear. He has methods of utilizing teachings that enable us to relate to better understand in what circumstances these methods would be used for productions.

Raymond Casarez

This class was tough for me, as I'm a beginner (and am 48 with not a ton of technical or DAW experience). I wanted to immerse myself, so I could learn as much as possible, but much of the class was still a bit too advanced for me. Darren was fantastic, and I REALLY appreciated the offer to come back and stand in future classes. That makes me feel like I'll definitely get my moneys worth!

William 'John' Bragg

I came into the program with no idea how to work Logic, and after the intensive week, I worked out programming beats, using loops and samples…I feel like I can take my music to the next level now. Thanks 🙂

Christy Thompson

Great teacher who leaves no stone unturned! After Garnish, I feel that I have the tools to build a strong foundation and begin a career in the music industry.

Daniel Cobos

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